Environment

in committee · Michigan · House Jun 17, 2026

HB 5307: Natural resources: hunting; certain penalties for failing to report a deer harvest or retain a deer harvest confirmation number; modify. Amends sec. 40118 of 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.40118).

HB 5307 amends Michigan's hunting regulations to modify penalties for failing to report a deer harvest or retain a required confirmation number. The bill targets hunters who do not comply with reporting requirements for deer, which is a specific violation under the Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act. Key mechanisms include adding or adjusting penalties for this reporting failure, potentially affecting hunters who miss these requirements. The bill does not change penalties for other hunting violations (like taking deer without a permit), which remain detailed in the existing section. (Note: The provided bill text shows existing penalty structures but does not specify the exact amendment language for the reporting requirement change.)

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentAmends hunting reporting penalties to enforce deer harvest tracking, supporting wildlife conservation and sustainable natural resource management under Michigan's Natural Resources Act.90% confidence

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in committee · Michigan · House Dec 9, 2025

HB 5304: 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).

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentMandates beach nourishment using dredged material or funds Beach Nourishment Fund; directly protects coastal ecosystems and strengthens environmental management under DEQ.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Recycling

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in committee · Michigan · House Dec 9, 2025

HB 5333: Environmental protection: landfills; civil, administrative, and criminal fines; increase. Amends secs. 5529, 5530, 5531, 11546 & 11549 of 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.5529 et seq.).

HB 5333 increases penalties for environmental violations related to landfills under Michigan's Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act. It raises the maximum administrative, civil, and criminal fines for landfill owners or operators from $10,000 to $100,000 per violation (or per day of ongoing violation), and increases the total administrative fine cap for landfill operators from $100,000 to $1,000,000. The bill amends specific sections (5529, 5530, 5531) to implement these higher fines for violations including failure to obtain permits, noncompliance with permits, or other regulatory breaches. These changes directly affect landfill operators by imposing significantly higher financial penalties for violations. The bill does not create new requirements but increases enforcement consequences for existing regulatory breaches.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentIncreases fines for landfill violations from $10k to $100k per violation, strengthening enforcement of environmental regulations under Michigan's Natural Resources Act.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Waste Management

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in committee · Michigan · Senate Jul 1, 2026

SB 763: Water supply: conservation; limits on water withdrawals under part 327 of the natural resources and environmental protection act; amend. Amends 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.101 - 324.90106) by adding sec. 32707a.

SB 763 prevents water users with permits under Michigan's water withdrawal rules from charging the public for costs related to infrastructure upgrades needed when they increase their water withdrawal capacity. It applies specifically to permit holders who seek to exceed their previously reported withdrawal limits and require new infrastructure (like pipes or treatment systems) to accommodate the increase. The bill ensures these infrastructure costs remain the responsibility of the permit holder, not the public, when expanding water use. This policy change directly affects commercial, industrial, or municipal water users holding permits under Section 32723 of Michigan's Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill ensures permit holders cover infrastructure costs for increased water withdrawals, directly supporting water conservation under Great Lakes protection and natural resources subject.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation Drinking Water Water Quality

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in committee · Michigan · Senate Dec 18, 2025

SB 761: Water supply: conservation; limits on water withdrawals under part 327 of the natural resources and environmental protection act; amend. Amends sec. 32723 of 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.32723). TIE BAR WITH: SB 0763'25

SB 761 requires permits for large-scale water withdrawals in Michigan, affecting entities like municipalities, utilities, or industries planning new or expanded water use exceeding 1 million gallons per day (or 2 million gallons for certain systems). It mandates applicants to submit detailed plans, pay a $2,000 fee, and demonstrate compliance with conservation measures, watershed protection, and environmental impact standards before permits are granted. The bill includes a 45-day public comment period, a 120-day review timeline for the Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy, and conditions that water must be returned to its source watershed and cause no adverse resource impacts. This amendment updates Michigan’s water withdrawal rules under the Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act, focusing on sustainable management of water resources.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentRequires conservation plans, watershed protection, and environmental impact standards for large water withdrawals, advancing water resource protection under Great Lakes and natural resources focus.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation Water Quality

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in committee · Michigan · Senate Jun 10, 2026

SB 743: Environmental protection: other; citations to the motor vehicle sales finance act in the natural resources and environmental protection act; revise. Amends sec. 20101 of 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.20101). TIE BAR WITH: SB 0739'25

SB 743 amends Michigan's Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act to update definitions related to environmental cleanup standards, specifically revising how "background concentration" of hazardous substances is determined. The bill clarifies that natural pollutant levels (existing without human contamination) can be verified using updated Michigan Administrative Code tables, the 2005 Michigan background soil survey, or department-approved studies. This change directly affects property owners, developers, and environmental agencies assessing contaminated sites, as it provides clearer criteria for determining when cleanup is required. The revised definitions streamline baseline environmental assessments and cleanup decisions under Michigan's brownfield redevelopment program. The bill is currently in committee and has not yet been voted on.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentClarifies natural pollutant level verification for cleanup standards, ensuring accurate environmental regulation application without unnecessary remediation.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Hazardous Materials

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passed · Michigan · Senate Dec 10, 2025

SB 213: Economic development: other; strategic advisory board; create, and provide for the development of strategic plans. Amends title of 1984 PA 270 (MCL 125.2001 - 125.2094) & adds sec. 9c. TIE BAR WITH: SB 0214'25

SB 213 requires the Michigan Strategic Advisory Board to create a 10-year economic development plan for the state within one year of its appointment, with annual updates thereafter. The plan must include specific goals covering all regions (rural, suburban, urban), infrastructure needs, affordable housing, environmental protection, water resources, education access, and economic opportunities for all residents. It mandates measurable metrics for success, such as population growth and resident prosperity, and requires a "whole-government approach" to achieve these objectives. The bill directly affects the Strategic Advisory Board and Michigan Strategic Fund by establishing their planning obligations under the Michigan Strategic Fund Act.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill explicitly requires inclusion of 'environmental protection' in the state's economic development plan as a mandated goal with measurable metrics.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingMandates affordable housing as a required component in the state's 10-year economic development plan with measurable metrics.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Property Development Tags Economic Development

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in committee · Michigan · House Sep 16, 2025

HB 4866: Construction: other; lead-based paint regulations for the renovation, repair, or painting of certain buildings; provide for. Amends 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.1101 - 333.25211) by adding pt. 54d.

HB 4866 updates Michigan's lead-based paint regulations for renovations, repairs, and painting in older buildings. It adopts federal EPA standards with key modifications, setting specific lead dust limits (e.g., 5 micrograms per square foot on floors) and requiring post-renovation testing to ensure safety. The bill directly affects renovation contractors, property owners, and child-occupied facilities (like schools) in pre-1978 buildings where lead paint may be present. It clarifies enforcement by Michigan’s Department of Health, updates certification rules for firms, and establishes fines up to $13,000 per violation for noncompliance. The changes aim to protect public health by reducing lead exposure during renovation work.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentUpdates lead paint regulations to adopt stricter EPA standards, requiring dust limits (5 µg/sq ft) and post-renovation testing to prevent environmental contamination and health risks in pre-1978 buildings.90% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentUpdates lead paint safety standards for renovation workers, requiring dust limits and testing to prevent lead exposure during work, directly improving workplace safety.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Professional Licensing

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in committee · Michigan · House Sep 29, 2025

HB 5056: Construction: code; requirement for the state construction code to consist of certain international codes; eliminate and create an advisory committee. Amends sec. 4 of 1972 PA 230 (MCL 125.1504).

HB 5056 requires Michigan's state construction code to adopt specific international codes, including the International Residential Code and International Energy Conservation Code, as the baseline for building safety and energy standards. It eliminates the current advisory committee and creates a new 19-member advisory committee with representatives from architects, contractors, fire services, building officials, energy efficiency specialists, disability advocates, and low-income housing groups. The committee must review updates to these international codes, evaluate proposed changes based on public health, safety, economic impact, and technical feasibility, and submit recommendations to the state director within 45 days. This bill directly affects construction professionals, building inspectors, and developers who must comply with the updated code requirements. The new process ensures public input through accessible meetings and transparent voting on code revisions.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyMandates adoption of International Energy Conservation Code, setting higher energy efficiency standards for buildings through construction codes.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentAdopts International Energy Conservation Code, mandating energy efficiency standards in construction to reduce building energy consumption and emissions.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Energy Efficiency

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passed · Michigan · Senate Jun 26, 2025

SB 46: Water supply: systems; mobile home park water delivery systems; regulate. Amends secs. 2, 3 & 15 of 1976 PA 399 (MCL 325.1002, et seq.).

SB 46 updates regulations for water delivery systems in mobile home parks by amending existing water supply laws (1976 PA 399). The bill directly affects mobile home park owners and residents by requiring these systems to meet specific reliability and safety standards. Key provisions include setting requirements for system maintenance, water quality testing, and emergency response protocols for parks relying on shared water infrastructure. This change ensures consistent, safe water access for mobile home park communities under revised regulatory guidelines.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill mandates water quality testing, safety standards, and emergency protocols for mobile home park water systems, directly advancing environmental protection through pollution control and resource conservation.90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingRequires safety standards for mobile home park water systems, protecting tenant access to safe water in affordable housing.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Drinking Water Parks & Recreation Water Quality

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