Occupations: individual licensing and registration; licensing of potato dealers; eliminate. Repeals 1964 PA 158 (MCL 290.451 - 290.466).
Summary
House Bill 4882 would repeal 1964 PA 158, the Michigan law that currently regulates wholesale potato dealers. The repealed act, codified at MCL 290.451 to 290.466, establishes a licensing framework for wholesale potato dealers and includes provisions governing state agency authority, financial security requirements, enforcement procedures, remedies, and penalties. If enacted, the bill would eliminate that entire statutory scheme rather than amend individual provisions.
In practical terms, the bill would remove the state licensing and registration requirements for potato dealers and end the associated regulatory and enforcement structure. That means the affected statutes would be struck from the Michigan Compiled Laws, and any duties, penalties, or security requirements created by the 1964 act would no longer apply under state law. The bill is narrowly focused on this single industry-specific regulatory regime and does not create a replacement framework in the text provided.
Impact
The bill would repeal MCL 290.451 through 290.466, removing Michigan’s statutory licensing system for wholesale potato dealers and the related powers and duties assigned to state agencies. This would affect dealers, wholesalers, and any parties subject to the act’s financial security, enforcement, and penalty provisions. Because the bill is a full repeal, it would simplify state law by deleting the existing potato-dealer regulatory chapter rather than modifying it.
Sentiment
The available voting history suggests broad support for the bill. It was reported out of committee twice without recorded opposition and later passed the House with a strong 97-4 vote, including immediate effect. No committee transcripts were provided, so there is no recorded debate to indicate significant public or legislative controversy in the materials supplied.
Contention
The main point of contention appears to be whether Michigan should continue to regulate wholesale potato dealers through a dedicated licensing statute. Supporters likely view the repeal as a deregulation or modernization measure, while any opponents may be concerned about losing oversight, financial security protections, or enforcement tools for the potato trade. The final House vote shows only limited opposition, suggesting any disagreement was relatively minor in the context of the chamber.
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