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MI SB0823
Bill
AI Summary
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Requires operators of oil and gas wells to use a methane control or capture system capable of reducing fugitive methane emissions by 99%, with exceptions for wellheads-only installations.
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Prohibits operators from using flaring as a method to control methane emissions.
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Establishes civil fine of $100,000 for violations of methane control requirements, with permit revocation after 180 days of non-compliance.
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Establishes civil fine of $100,000 and immediate permit revocation for using flaring to control methane emissions, unless system malfunction caused the violation.
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Requires the supervisor to promulgate rules within 180 days to specify approved methane control systems, compliance schedules for existing permits, inspection procedures, maintenance requirements, and reporting procedures.
Legislative Description
Environmental protection: air pollution; methane from oil or gas wells; require control or capture of. Amends 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.101 - 324.90106) by adding sec. 61506e.
Natural resources: gas and oil
Last Action
Referred To Committee On Environmental Quality
1/19/2022