LANSING (WKZO-AM) — A package of bills that would have increased the speed limits on state highways and trunk lines in rural areas in northern Michigan has been pulled to the curb.
Rep. Jon Hoadley, D-Kalamazoo, said the package stalled after two minor bills passed. He said Republican leaders in the House opted to not vote on the main bill after it appeared it would fall three or four votes short.
“They pulled it off, then had to reconsider the other two bills,” Hoadley said. “So, I think we’re back to the drawing board when it comes to how fast people can drive in Michigan.”
The measures would have given the Michigan State Police authority to do speed studies and raise the limit on 600 miles of rural highway to 75 mph and 800 miles of other local roads from 55 mph to 60 mph.
– John McNeill
