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Environment across the country

Every environment bill from all 50 state legislatures and Congress, introduced in the last 12 weeks and automatically classified by Maddy, our AI policy reader.

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Bills opposing environment

in committee · Michigan · House Jul 1, 2026

HB 6143: Natural resources: Great Lakes; regulations regarding crib docks in the Les Cheneaux Islands; prohibit Amends 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.101 - 324.90106) by adding secs. 32509a & 32509b & provides for a referendum.

This bill proposes changes to Michigan's natural resources laws to allow for the construction of traditional timber crib docks and boathouses in the Les Cheneaux Islands, provided they are built from natural wood and stone and approved by local zoning authorities. Under the new rules, permits would be granted only if these structures do not extend beyond the owner's shoreline or create navigational hazards, while also requiring the state to reject denials based on generalized environmental assumptions without specific evidence. The legislation includes a mandatory referendum in Clark Township, meaning the changes will only take effect if a majority of voters in that area approve them at an upcoming election.
Topics ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBill permits construction of docks and boathouses, potentially weakening environmental protections by allowing structures in the Great Lakes that could impact waterways and habitats.75% confidence
Sub-Topics Coastal & Flood Protection Forestry
Parker Fairbairn (R) · 2 co-sponsors