A bill to amend 2016 PA 407, entitled “Skilled trades regulation act,” by amending sections 701 and 737 (MCL 339.5701 and 339.5737), section 701 as amended by 2018 PA 151.
SB 36 proposes amendments to the 2016 PA 407, known as the "Skilled Trades Regulation Act," specifically targeting sections 701 and 737 of the Michigan Compiled Laws (MCL 339.5701 and 339.5737). This bill aims to refine definitions and regulations within the electrical and fire alarm sectors, clarifying roles and requirements for positions such as apprentice electricians, electrical contractors, electrical journeymen, and fire alarm specialty technicians. It outlines proper licensing for those involved in the installation, alteration, and maintenance of electrical wiring, equipment, and fire alarm systems, detailing exceptions for minor repair work, certain homeowner installations, and work by licensed mechanical contractors or in connection with communication systems owned by authorized agencies. Additionally, the bill specifies exemptions for various types of work, including maintenance of control wiring in mechanical systems, installation related to water well pumps in single-family dwellings, servicing of security alarm systems, landscape lighting, electric signs under direct supervision, telecommunications equipment (excluding fire alarm systems), renewable energy equipment not owned by electric supply agencies, and allows unlicensed individuals to perform electrical wiring under supervision in certain conditions.
Co-sponsored by Sens.
Referred to the Committee on Labor
