2017 Senate Bill 615

“Bad driver tax” repeal and amnesty

Introduced in the Senate

Oct. 4, 2017

Introduced by Sen. David Knezek (D-5)

To authorize amnesty for individuals who are liable for “driver responsibility fees” and who had entered an installment plan. Senate Bill 609 would abolish the fees effective Sept. 30, 2018.

Referred to the Committee on Michigan Competitiveness

Oct. 12, 2017

Reported without amendment

With the recommendation that the bill pass.

Oct. 19, 2017

Passed in the Senate 37 to 0 (details)

To permit individuals whose driverss license was suspended due to unpaid “driver responsibility fees” eligible to get their license reinstated. Senate Bill 609 would abolish the fees and provide partial amnesty.

Received in the House

Oct. 19, 2017

Referred to the Committee on Michigan Competitiveness

Jan. 31, 2018

Reported without amendment

With the recommendation that the substitute (H-1) be adopted and that the bill then pass.

Feb. 15, 2018

Referred to the Committee on Michigan Competitiveness