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MI HB6557

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

12/7/2022

Primary Sponsor

Yousef Rabhi

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Origin

House of Representatives

101st Legislature

AI Summary

  • Prohibits distribution of polystyrene foam food service ware within Michigan, with civil fines up to $250 for first violations and $1,000 for second violations
  • Bans food vendors, state facilities, state contractors, and state departments from using polystyrene foam food service ware for prepared food, except for food packaged outside the state in original containers
  • Prohibits distribution of polystyrene foam packing materials, coolers, pool toys, and dock floats unless completely encased in more durable materials; also bans polystyrene meat/fish trays and egg cartons
  • Authorizes the director of the Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy to grant waivers for up to 3 years based on unavailable alternatives or hardship, with special provisions for businesses with under $500,000 annual income
  • Creates criminal penalties of up to 6 months imprisonment and $2,500 fine for third and subsequent violations; civil fines deposited into recycling initiative fund
  • Takes effect 90 days after enactment, contingent on passage of Senate Bill or House Bill 6558

Legislative Description

Environmental protection: hazardous products; sale and distribution of polystyrene food packaging, packing materials, and certain other products; prohibit, and provide penalties. Amends heading of pt. 163 & secs 16301 & 16303 of 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.16301 & 324.16303) & adds secs. 16304, 16305, 16306, 16307 & 16308.

Food: retail establishments

Last Action

Bill Electronically Reproduced 12/07/2022

12/7/2022

Committee Referrals

Natural Resources And Outdoor Recreation12/7/2022

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