Transportation: funds; distribution of funds; modify. Amends secs. 5a, 10, 11, 11h, 12, 13, 14, 15 & 20a of 1951 PA 51 (MCL 247.655a et seq.) & repeals sec. 12b of 1951 PA 51 (MCL 247.662b).

Michigan House Bill 4950, introduced in September 2025 by Representative Phil Skaggs, proposes changes to how transportation funds are distributed within the state. Specifically, it seeks to amend several sections of the 1951 Public Act 51, which governs the allocation of funds for roads and transportation infrastructure. The bill aims to modify the existing formulas and criteria used to distribute these funds among state, county, and local road agencies, potentially affecting how resources are allocated for road maintenance and development projects across Michigan.

Supporters of HB4950 argue that the bill will lead to a more equitable distribution of transportation funds, ensuring that resources are allocated based on current infrastructure needs and usage patterns. They believe that updating the funding formulas will allow for more effective maintenance and improvement of roads, benefiting communities statewide.

Critics of HB4950 express concerns that altering the existing distribution formulas may disadvantage certain regions, particularly rural areas that might receive less funding under the new system. They worry that changes could lead to underfunded road maintenance in these communities, potentially impacting safety and accessibility.