MI HB5792

Reduces the minimum term for a certificate of coverage from 3 years to 2 years, unless the applicant requests a shorter term.

Reduces the minimum term for permits under the aquatic invasive species treatment provisions from 3 years to 2 years, unless the applicant requests a shorter term.

Clarifies that the chemical annual use restriction exemption applies to rules in effect on June 30, 2014.

Maintains existing permit requirements including chemical identification, application rates, maximum amounts, treatment intervals, and impact area maps.

Preserves the department's authority to impose additional permit conditions to protect natural resources, public health, recreational uses, and nontarget organisms.