March 1, 2010
Pressure is growing on the Environmental Protection Agency to issue new rules regarding coal ash piles. A recent report by the Environmental Integrity Project documented 31 sites in 14 states where coal piles are polluting waterways. The report includes the Karn Weadock facility in Bay City, where Consumers Energy wants to expand operations: http://www.environmentalintegrity.org/news_reports/news_02_24_10.phpView Details
Promoting Clean Energy
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HB 4004
A bill to provide an income tax credit for the purchase and installation of certain residential renewable energy systems. View Details
Safeguarding Public Health
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To Come
We expect several bills shortly, restricting the use of lindane for treatment of lice on children and restricting the use of the dangerous flame retardant DECA-BDE in Michigan.View Details
Protecting Michigan's Waters
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HB 4031
A bill to require remediation and removal of aboveground gasoline and diesel storage tanks within 3 years of dormancy.View Details
Supporting Sustainable Land Use
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HB 4142
A bill that amends the requirements for maintenance of vacant property, establishing a separate registry for abandoned and vacant premises in an urban core city.View Details
Fighting For Environmental Justice
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HB 4050
A bill that excludes water and utility bills from the delinquent taxes that can be placed on property tax bills. View Details
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