HB 5983 Summary

• Amends MCL 324.5503 to allow the Department of Natural Resources to deny, terminate, modify, or revoke air quality permits when necessary to protect property or public health during a state of emergency or disaster proclaimed under 1945 PA 302 or the 1976 Emergency Management Act.

• Changes language from "assure" to "ensure" compliance with applicable air quality requirements and the Clean Air Act for permit conditions.

• Clarifies that when the department denies a permit application or determines it incomplete, the department must provide written explanation with particularity stating the reason and applicable statutory provisions controlling the decision.

• Makes minor technical corrections throughout the section, including replacing "accordance" with "compliance" and improving grammatical consistency in subsections regarding air pollution control plans and interstate cooperation.