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MI HB4325

Bill

Status

Passed

2/21/2024

Primary Sponsor

Helena Scott

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Origin

House of Representatives

102nd Legislature

AI Summary

  • Establishes tiered civil fines for littering violations based on volume: up to $800 for less than 1 cubic foot, up to $1,500 for 1-3 cubic feet, and up to $2,500 for 3-5 cubic yards.

  • Creates misdemeanor penalties for larger littering violations (5 cubic yards or more) with first offense fines up to $5,000 and second offense fines up to $10,000, with $5,000 increments for subsequent violations.

  • Requires courts to order violators to remove litter and remediate property damage, or reimburse railroads for cleanup costs on railroad property.

  • Allows courts to order reimbursement to community groups, townships, municipalities, counties, or state departments for cleanup expenses, recoverable through civil action by local attorneys, prosecutors, or the attorney general.

  • Establishes special penalties of $500-$2,500 for violations involving abandoned vehicles, vessels, ORVs, or snowmobiles, only enforceable after the property has been disposed of under state law.

  • Takes effect 90 days after enactment.

Legislative Description

Environmental protection: other; criminal penalties and civil fines for unlawful dumping of garbage; provide for. Amends sec. 8905a of 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.8905a).

Environmental protection: other

Last Action

Assigned Pa 6'24

2/21/2024

Committee Referrals

Energy And Environment11/14/2023
Natural Resources, Environment, Tourism And Outdoor Recreation3/22/2023

Full Bill Text

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