Environment (Air Quality)

in committee · Michigan · House Aug 27, 2026

HB 6247: Environmental protection: air pollution; regulation of carbon sequestration; provide for.

HB 6247 establishes a comprehensive regulatory framework in Michigan for the geologic storage of carbon dioxide, requiring operators to obtain permits from the Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy that align with federal standards. The bill authorizes the leasing of state-owned lands and pore space for these projects, while permitting specific surface activities on commercial forestland and wilderness areas under strict conditions to protect natural resources. It creates a unitization process to manage shared subsurface interests among multiple property owners and mandates long-term monitoring of storage sites for at least 50 years after injection ceases. Upon successful completion and verification of site safety, the state assumes ownership and liability for the stored carbon dioxide, releasing the original operator from future regulatory responsibilities.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentThe bill regulates carbon sequestration to reduce air pollution and mandates strict conditions to protect natural resources during storage operations.85% confidence

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in committee · Michigan · House Aug 26, 2026

HR 348: A resolution to urge the Director of the United States Environmental Protection Agency to reexamine the current state of non-attainment in West Michigan.

This House resolution urges the EPA Director to reexamine air quality non-attainment designations in West Michigan, specifically including Allegan County. It argues that current federal standards fail to account for pollution originating from urban areas across Lake Michigan, such as Chicago and Milwaukee, which affects local communities not responsible for those emissions. The text notes that these designations restrict manufacturing expansion and economic development in the region. Copies of the resolution are directed to be sent to the EPA Administrator.

Topics ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBill urges EPA to reexamine air quality designations that restrict manufacturing and economic development, implying a desire to weaken environmental enforcement.75% confidence

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in committee · Michigan · House Sep 1, 2026

HB 6281: Transportation: motor fuel tax; areas requiring certain vapor pressure; modify. Amends secs. 3 & 10d of 1984 PA 44 (MCL 290.643 & 290.650d).

Michigan House Bill 6281 amends the Motor Fuels Quality Act to update regulations for gasoline and diesel fuel sold in the state. The bill directs the director of the Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy to establish specific standards for fuel purity, additives, and octane ratings, while mandating a vapor pressure limit of 9.0 psi for most retail outlets during the summer months from June 1 to September 15. It also clarifies that certain counties with stricter air quality requirements must continue using lower vapor pressure fuels of 7.0 or 7.8 psi unless federal and state agencies determine those standards are no longer necessary. Additionally, the legislation permits the year-round sale of E15 fuel, which contains 10.5% to 15% ethanol, provided that dispensing pumps are clearly labeled in accordance with federal law.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill mandates vapor pressure limits for fuels to reduce emissions and directs the Department of Environment to set purity standards, supporting air quality protection.75% confidence

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in committee · Michigan · Senate Jun 11, 2026

SB 1038: Environmental protection: pollution prevention; bulk storage regulations; provide for. Amends 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.101 - 324.90106) by adding secs. 5525a & 5525b.

Senate Bill 1038 updates Michigan's environmental laws to impose stricter regulations on facilities that store, handle, or process bulk solid materials like coal and coke. The bill requires these facilities to obtain an annual certificate of operation, install real-time air quality monitors around their perimeters, and maintain detailed logs of equipment maintenance and dust control activities. Key operational changes include mandating enclosed storage for piles, limiting outdoor pile heights, enforcing vehicle cleaning and wheel washing, and requiring weather stations to monitor wind conditions for effective dust suppression. Additionally, the bill directs the state Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy to issue compliance orders within 45 days of enactment, setting a schedule for full implementation of these new standards.

Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyBill imposes stricter regulations on coal and coke storage, limiting outdoor pile heights and mandating enclosed storage, which restricts traditional energy infrastructure operations.85% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill imposes stricter regulations on bulk storage facilities, requiring air quality monitors, enclosed storage, and pollution prevention measures to reduce emissions.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Coal Air Quality

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in committee · Michigan · House Mar 5, 2026

HB 5664: Environmental protection: air pollution; carbon dioxide capture technology; provide for. Amends secs. 5501, 5530 & 5531 of 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.5501 et seq.) & adds secs. 5505c, 5505e, 5505g & 5505i. TIE BAR WITH: HB 5665'26, HB 5666'26, HB 5667'26, HB 5668'26, HB 5669'26

This bill amends Michigan's Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act to establish definitions and regulatory frameworks for carbon dioxide capture projects and facilities. It creates new categories of facilities (A through F) based on their type and emission status, and adds specific definitions for carbon dioxide capture, carbon dioxide streams, and environmental justice communities. The legislation clarifies what constitutes air pollution and air pollution control equipment, while also defining fee-subject air pollutants and emissions that may be subject to fees. These changes aim to provide clearer language for regulating air quality and carbon capture activities across different types of industrial and energy facilities in the state.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill establishes regulatory frameworks for carbon dioxide capture technology, which reduces emissions and supports clean energy infrastructure development.85% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill establishes regulatory frameworks for carbon dioxide capture and strengthens environmental protection by defining air pollution control and adding environmental justice considerations.92% confidence

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in committee · Michigan · Senate Mar 10, 2026

SB 823: Environmental protection: air pollution; petroleum and carbon dioxide pipeline act; exclude carbon capture projects and sequestration projects and provide conditions for pipeline approval. Amends title & secs. 1, 3 & 11 of 1929 PA 16 (MCL 483.1 et seq.) & adds secs. 13 & 15. TIE BAR WITH: SB 0822'26, SB 0824'26, SB 0825'26, SB 0826'26, SB 0827'26

This bill expands Michigan's existing pipeline regulations to include carbon dioxide pipelines while explicitly excluding carbon dioxide capture and sequestration projects from oversight. It requires the Michigan Public Service Commission to approve all new pipelines transporting crude oil, petroleum products, or carbon dioxide substances, with applications needing detailed analysis of public safety, environmental impact, and alternative routes. The legislation grants the commission authority to regulate pipeline construction and operation but exempts private producers and specific carbon dioxide projects from these requirements.

Topics ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBill expands pipeline regulations but explicitly excludes carbon capture and sequestration projects, potentially weakening environmental oversight on emissions and climate mitigation efforts.75% confidence

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in committee · Michigan · House Mar 5, 2026

HB 5665: Environmental protection: air pollution; petroleum and carbon dioxide pipeline act; exclude carbon capture projects and sequestration projects and provide conditions for pipeline approval. Amends title & secs. 1, 3 & 11 of 1929 PA 16 (MCL 483.1 et. seq.) & adds secs. 13 & 15. TIE BAR WITH: HB 5664'26, HB 5666'26, HB 5667'26, HB 5668'26, HB 5669'26

This bill updates Michigan's existing pipeline regulations to include carbon dioxide transport while explicitly exempting carbon capture and sequestration projects from oversight. It requires companies building pipelines for oil, petroleum products, or carbon dioxide to obtain approval from the Michigan Public Service Commission, which will review applications for public safety, environmental stewardship, and market conditions. The legislation also clarifies that producers, refiners, and private pipeline operators without public interest involvement remain outside the commission's regulatory authority. By adding new sections to the state's pipeline act, the bill establishes a formal approval process that considers alternative routes and infrastructure options before granting permission for new pipeline construction.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill expands pipeline regulations to include carbon dioxide transport, supporting carbon capture infrastructure development and energy infrastructure modernization.85% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBill explicitly exempts carbon capture and sequestration projects from oversight while expanding pipeline regulations, potentially weakening environmental protections for CO2 transport.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Oil & Gas Pipeline Infrastructure Utility Regulation Air Quality

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in committee · Michigan · Senate Mar 10, 2026

SB 822: Environmental protection: air pollution; regulation of carbon sequestration; provide for. Amends sec. 1301 of 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.1301) & adds subch. 6 to ch. 3 of art. III. TIE BAR WITH: SB 0823'26, SB 0824'26, SB 0825'26, SB 0826'26, SB 0827'26

This bill proposes amendments to Michigan's Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act to establish a regulatory framework for carbon sequestration activities. It directly affects businesses and organizations engaged in carbon capture and storage by creating specific legal requirements and oversight mechanisms for these operations. The legislation adds a new subchapter to the existing environmental law that would define standards, procedures, and responsibilities related to carbon sequestration projects. By integrating these provisions into state law, the bill aims to provide a structured approach to managing carbon sequestration within Michigan's environmental protection system.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill establishes regulatory framework for carbon sequestration, advancing clean energy infrastructure and reducing carbon emissions through oversight mechanisms.85% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill establishes regulatory framework for carbon sequestration to reduce emissions and strengthen environmental protections under Michigan's Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act.85% confidence

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in committee · Michigan · House Mar 5, 2026

HB 5669: Environmental protection: air pollution; regulation of carbon sequestration; provide for. Amends sec. 1301 of 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.1301) & adds subch. 6 to ch. 3, art. III. TIE BAR WITH: HB 5664'26, HB 5665'26, HB 5666'26, HB 5667'26, HB 5668'26

This bill proposes to amend Michigan's Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act to establish a regulatory framework for carbon sequestration activities. It directly affects businesses and entities engaged in carbon capture and storage by creating new legal requirements and oversight mechanisms under the state's environmental laws. The legislation adds a new subchapter to the existing statute to define standards, permitting processes, and compliance obligations for carbon sequestration projects. By integrating these provisions into the broader environmental protection framework, the bill aims to provide a structured approach to managing carbon storage operations within the state.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill establishes regulatory framework for carbon sequestration, advancing clean energy infrastructure and reducing emissions through oversight mechanisms.85% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill establishes regulatory framework for carbon sequestration, strengthening environmental protections and addressing climate change through new oversight mechanisms.90% confidence

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in committee · Michigan · Senate Mar 10, 2026

SB 826: Environmental protection: air pollution; carbon dioxide capture technology; provide for. Amends secs. 5501, 5530 & 5531 of 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.5501 et seq.) & adds secs. 5505c, 5505e, 5505g & 5505i. TIE BAR WITH: SB 0822'26, SB 0823'26, SB 0824'26, SB 0825'26, SB 0827'26

This bill amends Michigan's Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act to establish a regulatory framework for carbon dioxide capture projects and clarify definitions related to air pollution. It creates new categories of facilities (A through F) based on their size, emissions, and regulatory status to determine which entities must pay fees for air pollutants. The legislation adds specific definitions for terms like "carbon dioxide capture project," "fee-subject emissions," and "environmental justice community" to support future rules on carbon capture technology and emissions control. By updating existing sections and adding new ones, the bill provides the state with updated language to manage industrial emissions and carbon capture initiatives while maintaining consistency with federal environmental standards.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill establishes regulatory framework for carbon dioxide capture technology, which supports clean energy infrastructure and reduces emissions.75% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill establishes regulatory framework for CO2 capture projects and clarifies air pollution definitions, strengthening environmental protections.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Air Quality Environmental Justice

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