2006 Senate Bill 1257 / Public Act 509

Revised towed vehicle regulations

Introduced in the Senate

May 9, 2006

Introduced by Sen. Alan Sanborn (R-11)

To extend the maximum distance that a wrecker towing a disabled vehicle which together exceed the regular vehicle size and weight limitations may be operated.

Referred to the Committee on Transportation

Sept. 13, 2006

Reported without amendment

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

Sept. 14, 2006

Substitute offered

To replace the previous version of the bill with one that eliminates the maximum distance that a wrecker can tow a single disabled vehicle.

The substitute passed by voice vote

Sept. 19, 2006

Passed in the Senate 37 to 0 (details)

To eliminate the maximum distance that a wrecker towing a disabled vehicle which together exceed the regular vehicle size and weight limitations may be operated. Limits would still apply if the wrecker is towing more than a single disabled vehicle.

Received in the House

Sept. 19, 2006

Referred to the Committee on Transportation

Nov. 30, 2006

Reported without amendment

Without amendment and with the recommendation that the bill pass.

Dec. 13, 2006

Passed in the House 105 to 0 (details)

To eliminate the maximum distance that a wrecker towing a disabled vehicle which together exceed the regular vehicle size and weight limitations may be operated. Limits would still apply if the wrecker is towing more than a single disabled vehicle.

Signed by Gov. Jennifer Granholm

Dec. 28, 2006