Natural resources: soil and erosion; beach nourishment permit program; provide for. Amends secs. 30106b, 30311b & 32515a of 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.30106b et seq.) & adds secs. 1306 & 33709.

HB 5304 requires applicants for dredging permits under Michigan's environmental law to either use dredged material for beach nourishment (if suitable) or pay a $25 per cubic yard fee. The fee funds a new Beach Nourishment Fund administered by the Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy. This applies to projects under Parts 301, 303, and 325 of Michigan's Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act. The bill amends sections 30106b, 30311b, and 32515a and adds sections 1306 (fee requirements) and 33709 (fund creation).