Michigan bills would require work zone safety training for new drivers

by Fix MI State | Jun 18, 2026 | Uncategorized

This article originally appeared in WNEM. Read more here. Michigan House bills 5767 and 5768 moved out of the transportation and infrastructure committee, advancing legislation that would require work zone safety education for new drivers. If the bills become law,...

MITA calls on drivers to prioritize work zone safety following fatal crash in Ingham County

by Fix MI State | May 27, 2026 | Press Releases & Statements

LANSING, Mich. – Rob Coppersmith, executive vice president of the Michigan Infrastructure & Transportation Association (MITA), issued the following statement after a fatal work zone crash involving two Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) workers on US-127...

MITA applauds introduction of Michigan Water Trust Fund legislation

by Fix MI State | May 12, 2026 | Stormwater & Wastewater

Learn More: Michigan Water Trust Fund Legislation   LANSING, Mich. — The Michigan Infrastructure & Transportation Association (MITA) expressed strong support for Senate Bills 950 and 951, introduced by Sen. Sam Singh (D-East Lansing), which would establish...

Work zone safety push begins as construction season starts

by Fix MI State | May 8, 2026 | Work Zone Safety

This story originally appeared in ABC 12 News. Read more here. MIDLAND, Mich. (WJRT) – Officials gathered at Dow Diamond in Midland on Monday to kick off National Work Zone Awareness Week, focusing on the theme “Safe Actions, Save Lives.” Speakers...

Soo man wins $800 in Pothole Payback Contest to pay for vehicle damage

by Fix MI State | May 8, 2026 | Uncategorized

This story originally appeared in My UP Now. Read more here. SAULT STE. MARIE, Mich. (WBUP/WJMN) — While many Michiganders are hitting potholes this spring, one resident has been compensated for it. A Sault Ste. Marie man received $800 after a pothole caused damage on...