HB 5923 Michigan House · 2023-2024 Regular Session

Environmental protection: hazardous waste; disposal of radioactive waste; prohibit. Amends secs. 11109, 11132 & 11514b of 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.11109 et seq.).

This bill amends Michigan's environmental laws to strictly prohibit the discharge of low-activity radioactive waste into state waters and to require permits for all oceangoing vessels operating in the state. It mandates that the state environmental department review permit applications within specific timeframes and grants the department authority to modify, suspend, or revoke permits if violations occur. Additionally, the legislation sets strict requirements for vessels to manage ballast water using approved systems to prevent the introduction of aquatic nuisance species, ensuring compliance with both federal standards and any stricter Great Lakes state agreements.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Sep 2024
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Sep 11, 2024 Last action Dec 12, 2024
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Committee
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Dec 12, 2024
Committee
referred to second reading
lower
Dec 12, 2024
Lower · Passed
reported with recommendation with substitute (H-1)
lower
Dec 11, 2024
Lower · Passed
notice given to discharge committee
lower
Sep 11, 2024
Committee
referred to Committee on Natural Resources, Environment, Tourism and Outdoor Recreation
lower
Sep 11, 2024
Introduced
introduced by Representative Reggie Miller
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors

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Reggie Miller
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