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December 5, 2011

Legislation to change the way we regulate Leaking Underground Storage Tanks (SB 528-533) are scheduled for votes this week in the Senate Committee. The bills as proposed will shift some costs for cleanups from tanks owners and operators to the general public. The bills also will limit the time the state has to review closure reports to 90 days – after which time the tank owner or operator would be responsible for no further work at the site.
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Promoting Clean Energy
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HB 4235

A bill to require DELEG to to conduct a study concerning low-carbon fuel standards, renewable fuels, vehicle electrification, and the macro-economic impacts of those projects.

Click here to visit the House Energy and Technology Committee website to follow testimony given regarding this bill.

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Safeguarding Public Health
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HB 4207

Prohibits the department from promulgating rules to ban the opening burning of garbage. (oppose)

Click here to visit the House Natural Resources, Tourism, and Outdoor Recreation Committee website to follow testimony given regarding this bill.

Click here for a PDF of the MEC's testimony regarding this bill

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Protecting Michigan's Waters
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SB 168

Exempts county road commissions from the wetland protection act. (oppose)

Click here to visit the Senate Natural Resources, Environment and Great Lakes Committee website to follow testimony given regarding this bill.

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Supporting Sustainable Land Use
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HB 4265 & HB 4266

Would allow yard clipping to be sent to a landfill instead of being sent to a composting facility. (oppose)

Click here to visit the House Energy and Technology Committee website to follow testimony given regarding this bill.

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