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LANSING, Mich. (Nov. 4, 2024) \u2014 Last week, Sen.\u00a0Sarah Anthony<\/b>\u00a0(D-Lansing) introduced\u00a0<\/span>Senate Bill 1053<\/a><\/span><\/u> to establish a Road Construction Business Loss Reimbursement Program. While infrastructure enhancements benefit communities and businesses in the long run, the bill seeks to provide financial relief to small businesses that experience temporary disruptions due to construction.<\/p>\n

<\/span>Under the program, eligible businesses could apply for grants of up to $15,000 per year to offset revenue lost during construction projects. To ensure aid goes to those most impacted, applicants would need to demonstrate a significant revenue decline based on a comparison to their average revenue from the prior three tax years. This targeted approach allows the program to reach the businesses facing the greatest financial strain.<\/p>\n

<\/span>\u201cSmall businesses do so much to support our communities, and they deserve our support when they\u2019re faced with circumstances outside their control,\u201d said Sen.\u00a0Anthony<\/b>, Chairwoman of the Senate Appropriations Committee. \u201cWhile necessary infrastructure upgrades continue to be made in our neighborhoods and around the state, this legislation will help alleviate the financial impact on our local shops, restaurants, and service providers.\u201d<\/p>\n

<\/span>Currently, the Michigan Dept. of Transportation (MDOT) has the authority to fine contractors who miss project deadlines, but these penalties are directed to MDOT\u2019s general budget. Senate Bill 1053 proposes redirecting these funds to support businesses impacted by construction delays, putting more resources back into local economies.<\/p>\n

<\/span>Local businesses in the Kalamazoo area are experiencing challenges similar to those in Lansing, struggling to stay afloat amid the\u00a0<\/span>Michigan Avenue Rehabilitation Project<\/a><\/span><\/u>\u00a0and construction along MLK Blvd., with the prolonged projects impacting customer access and revenue. As a cosponsor of this bill, Sen.\u00a0Sean McCann<\/b> (D-Kalamazoo), Majority Vice Chair of the Senate Appropriations Committee, is working alongside Sen. Anthony to provide crucial support to businesses while making much-needed improvements to roads and infrastructure.<\/p>\n

<\/span>\u201cMany small businesses in my district have been impacted by multiple overlapping construction projects, detours and reduced traffic to their business,\u201d Sen.\u00a0McCann<\/b>. \u201cI am proud to co-sponsor Sen. Anthony\u2019s legislation, Senate Bill 1053, that would provide grants to small businesses affected by construction. As Michigan and local governments aggressively rebuild our aging infrastructure, this proposed legislation will help ensure that we also address the needs of our small businesses and people’s livelihoods during these projects.\u201d<\/p>\n

<\/span>Senate Bill 1053, which reflects Senate Democrats\u2019 broader commitment to empowering Michigan\u2019s business owners and promoting robust local economies, now moves to the Senate Appropriations Committee for further consideration.<\/p>\n

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