HB5901

Property: condemnation; bad faith agency offers; provide remedies for, and change burden of proof on public use. Amends secs. 5 & 24 of 1980 PA 87 (MCL 213.55 & 213.74). TIE BAR WITH: HB 5900'26

Introduced·4/28/26
Introduced Text

Michigan HB5901 amends property condemnation laws to provide remedies for bad faith agency offers and change the burden of proof on public use.

Michigan HB5901 amends sections 5 and 24 of the 1980 Michigan Property Act to provide remedies for bad faith agency offers and change the burden of proof on public use. The bill mandates that agencies submit good faith written offers to property owners before initiating negotiations for the purchase of property. It outlines the process for evaluating claims, including the requirement for owners to provide detailed information and appraisals.

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History

Apr 29

House

Bill Electronically Reproduced 04/28/2026

Apr 28

House

Introduced By Representative Rep. Tom Kuhn

Apr 28

House

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