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MI SB1157

Bill

Status

Introduced

11/9/2016

Primary Sponsor

Rebekah Warren

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Origin

Senate

98th Legislature

AI Summary

  • Prohibits application of coal tar sealants and high PAH (polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons) sealants on asphalt, concrete, or other pavement in Michigan, with limited exceptions for research and development.

  • Bans the sale of coal tar sealants and high PAH sealants unless the purchaser submits an exemption or a completed "no-Michigan-use" form certifying the product will not be used in Michigan.

  • Requires sellers to retain completed no-Michigan-use forms or exemptions for 3 years and permit the Department of Environmental Quality to inspect them upon request.

  • Allows the director of the Department of Environmental Quality to grant written exemptions for persons researching the environmental effects of these sealants or developing alternative technologies.

  • Establishes civil infraction penalties of up to $5,000 for violations; takes effect 90 days after enactment.

Legislative Description

Environmental protection; pollution prevention; coal tar sealant or other high PAH sealant for pavement; prohibit use and sale. Amends 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.101 - 324.90106) by adding pt. 149.

Environmental protection: pollution prevention

Last Action

Referred To Committee On Transportation

11/9/2016

Committee Referrals

Transportation11/9/2016

Full Bill Text

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