S.B. 814: COMMITTEE SUMMARY - FUNERAL VEHICLES: FLASHING LIGHTS

Senate Bill 814 (as introduced 11-13-97)

Sponsor: Senator George A. McManus, Jr.

Committee: Transportation and Tourism

Date Completed: 4-28-98

CONTENT

The bill would amend the Michigan Vehicle Code to provide that a vehicle engaged in leading or escorting a funeral procession or any vehicle that was part of a funeral procession could be equipped with flashing, rotating, or oscillating purple or amber lights, which could not be activated except during a funeral procession. The bill would delete the current provision under which a hearse or funeral coach may be equipped with flashing, rotating, or oscillating amber lights.

MCL 257.698 - Legislative Analyst: S. Lowe

FISCAL IMPACT

The bill would have no fiscal impact on State or local government.

- Fiscal Analyst: E. Limbs

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This analysis was prepared by nonpartisan Senate staff for use by the Senate in its deliberations and does not constitute an official statement of legislative intent.