2025 House Bill 5156

Traffic control: traffic regulation; authority to provide road closures in the interest of public safety; expand.

A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled “Michigan vehicle code,” (MCL 257.1 to 257.923) by adding section 606c.

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House Bill No. 5156 authorizes local law enforcement agencies in Michigan to temporarily control traffic on highways and streets within their jurisdiction during emergencies or significant public events to ensure public safety.

Introduced in the House

Oct. 29, 2025

Introduced by Rep. Thomas Kuhn (R-57) and two co-sponsors

Co-sponsored by Reps. Mark Tisdel (R-55) and Donni Steele (R-54)

Referred to the Committee on Judiciary