PROHIBIT 900 NUMBER - S.B. 180: FLOOR ANALYSIS
Senate Bill 180 (as reported without amendment)
Sponsor: Senator Tony Stamas
Committee: Local, Urban and State Affairs
CONTENT
The bill would amend the Management and Budget Act to prohibit a State agency from using a 900 telephone number or other telephone system that charged a caller for access to public information held or maintained by a State agency.
Proposed MCL 18.1224 - Legislative Analyst: George Towne
FISCAL IMPACT
The Department of Consumer and Industry Services previously operated 900 phone lines regarding regulated occupations. The last line was terminated in January 2003. From October 1, 2002, through the date of elimination, the line generated $8,145. The bill would prohibit the State from generating revenue through this method in the future.
Date Completed: 3-3-03 - Fiscal Analyst: Bill BowermanFloor\sb180 - Bill Analysis @ www.senate.michigan.gov/sfa
This analysis was prepared by nonpartisan Senate staff for use by the Senate in its deliberations and does not constitute an official statement of legislative intent.