The brownfield program in Michigan provides reimbursements for costs associated with redeveloping contaminated, blighted or historic properties through tax increment financing (TIF) which works by capturing an increase in taxes stemming from the redevelopment. In other words, a development that generates new tax revenue due to an increase in the property tax value sees those dollars returned to the developer.
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Police departments acknowledge they haven’t been in a hurry to write tickets for hands-free distracted driving since the expanded law went into effect on June 30 As of Friday, the Grand Rapids Police Department had issued one ticket since that ban went into effect for using a cell phone while driving except for emergencies.
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The "cocktails-to-go" policy was born out of a struggling service industry during the COVID pandemic shutdowns. The temporary law allowed for the sale of alcoholic beverages to-go from bars, distilleries and restaurants.
With the signing of Senate Bill 141, the sale of alcoholic liquor to-go is now permanent in Michigan.
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Bank of America has to pay up for "double-dipping" on overdraft fees, withholding reward bonuses, and opening accounts without authorization.
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau has ordered Bank of America to pay more than $100 million to customers in Michigan and 37 other states.
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Something to keep in mind is that Michigan law says you cannot break the window to save a dog in a hot car. If you decide to go the breaking windows route, you'll technically be breaking and entering...
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Michigan firework laws: What to know for Fourth of July celebrations
Plan to use fireworks to celebrate Independence Day? Be sure you know the laws to avoid fines and possible jail time.
Fourth of July fireworks are allowed from June 29 to July 4 until 11:45 p.m. each day.
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Michigan's new distracted driving law is now in effect. Here's what to know.
Michigan's distracted driving laws will change beginning June 30, 2023. Here's what you need to know about new rules aimed at reducing crashes and fatalities on the state's roadways
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There are three bills in a package passed by legislators. HB 4250 says an individual “shall not hold or use a mobile electronic device while operating a motor vehicle.” The wording expands previous regulations that prohibited texting while driving — social media use and other activities were not previously addressed.
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Medical amnesty laws allow a person under 21 to seek treatment or observation, including an examination and treatment for any condition as a result of sexual assault. Minors can also contact police and emergency medical services for legitimate healthcare concerns. A person who accompanies the minor is also protected.
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Laws to end child marriage in Michigan re-introduced before House Judiciary Committee
As of right now, Michigan law does not have a minimum age for marriage, which means infants could potentially be trapped in marriage.
Read more at MSN.com
