PROHIBIT ELECTRIC OCCUPATIONAL REG.                                                       S.B. 1185:

                                                                                                    SUMMARY OF BILL

                                                                                      REPORTED FROM COMMITTEE

Senate Bill 1185 (as reported without amendment)

Sponsor:  Senator Dave Robertson

Committee:  Michigan Competitiveness

CONTENT

The bill would amend Article 7 (Electricians and Electrical Contractors) of the Skilled Trades Regulation Act to prohibit a local ordinance providing for the licensure of electrical or specialty contractors, journeymen electricians, sign specialists, or fire alarm specialty technicians from requiring the individual to be licensed or registered with the municipality to participate in an apprenticeship or training program.

MCL 339.5733                                                                  Legislative Analyst:  Jeff Mann

FISCAL IMPACT

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

Date Completed:  11-30-18                                                   Fiscal Analyst: Ryan Bergan

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.