Issues and Agenda
ACEC/Michigan develops a legislative agenda each year to address the issues affecting engineering companies. Our government relations program focuses on advancing issues that improve the business environment for Michigan engineering firms. Legislation is closely monitored and ACEC/Michigan weighs in on all issues that affect the business of engineering. The government relations team provides timely legislative and regulatory updates for its members and strongly promotes active member involvement.
Key Issues for the Council include:
Capital Investment
ACEC supports investment that meets Michigan’s growing infrastructure needs – for bridges, tunnels, energy, roads, transit, airports and water systems.
Statewide Use of Qualifications-Based Selection
Procurement of design professions (engineers, architects & surveyors) should include a selection process that evaluates qualifications and experience. All public agencies should use QBS (versus low bid) for the best value and to protect the health, safety and welfare of the public.
Liability Reforms
Frivolous lawsuits drive up the cost of doing business and clog our court systems. ACEC supports all measures to reduce this abuse.
Fair Contracts/Proper Indemnification
Engineers should be held responsible for the professional services they provide, but they cannot be held responsible for the liability of others.
ACEC Legislative Successes:
Reinstatement of Historic Preservation Tax Credits - Became Law in December 2020
Lien Law bill (SB 465) - Became Law in December 2018
Creation of Michigan Infrastructure Council (HB 5335) - Became Law in July 2018
Brenke appointed to Governors 21st Century Infrastructure Commission - March 31, 2016
Transportation Funding (7 Bill Package) - Became Law in November 2015
Electronic Seals/Signatures (SB 472) - Became Law in June 2014
Indemnification (HB 5466) - Became Law in December 2012
Water Quality Funding (Asset Management, SAC) - Became Law in December 2012
Statute of Limitations (SB 77) - Became Law in October 2011
Continuing Education Fix (HB 6374) - Became Law in December 2010
SRF Funding (SAW Grants)/Creation of Advisory Committee - Became Law in December 2010
Additional Information:
Contact your State Legislator - - Click here for contact information.
Legislative Agenda
Key Issues for the Council include:
Capital Investment
ACEC supports investment that meets Michigan’s growing infrastructure needs – for bridges, tunnels, energy, roads, transit, airports and water systems.
Statewide Use of Qualifications-Based Selection
Procurement of design professions (engineers, architects & surveyors) should include a selection process that evaluates qualifications and experience. All public agencies should use QBS (versus low bid) for the best value and to protect the health, safety and welfare of the public.
Liability Reforms
Frivolous lawsuits drive up the cost of doing business and clog our court systems. ACEC supports all measures to reduce this abuse.
Fair Contracts/Proper Indemnification
Engineers should be held responsible for the professional services they provide, but they cannot be held responsible for the liability of others.
ACEC Legislative Successes:
Reinstatement of Historic Preservation Tax Credits - Became Law in December 2020
Lien Law bill (SB 465) - Became Law in December 2018
Creation of Michigan Infrastructure Council (HB 5335) - Became Law in July 2018
Brenke appointed to Governors 21st Century Infrastructure Commission - March 31, 2016
Transportation Funding (7 Bill Package) - Became Law in November 2015
Electronic Seals/Signatures (SB 472) - Became Law in June 2014
Indemnification (HB 5466) - Became Law in December 2012
Water Quality Funding (Asset Management, SAC) - Became Law in December 2012
Statute of Limitations (SB 77) - Became Law in October 2011
Continuing Education Fix (HB 6374) - Became Law in December 2010
SRF Funding (SAW Grants)/Creation of Advisory Committee - Became Law in December 2010
Additional Information:
Contact your State Legislator - - Click here for contact information.
Legislative Agenda
