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MI HB6185
Bill
Status
6/12/2018
Primary Sponsor
Sue Allor
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AI Summary
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Amends the Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act to establish regulations for perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) used in firefighting foam.
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Requires fire chiefs to submit written reports to the Department of Environmental Quality within 48 hours of using firefighting foam containing PFAS, including details on foam quantity, location, water bodies affected, and cleanup practices.
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Establishes a free foam collection and disposal program through the Department of Environmental Quality for firefighting foam containing PFOA or PFOS with carbon chains longer than 6 atoms, contingent on legislative appropriations.
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Imposes a civil fine of up to $500 for violations of the reporting requirement, with enforcement authority granted to county prosecutors or the state attorney general.
Legislative Description
Environmental protection; hazardous substances; firefighting foam containing PFAS; require reports on use of and require department of environmental quality to accept for disposal. Amends heading of subpt. 1 of pt. 147 of 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.101 - 324.90106) & adds secs. 14701, 14703, 14705 & 14707.
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Last Action
Bill Electronically Reproduced 06/12/2018
8/15/2018