MI HB6108

Creates Part 639 establishing a state permit system for sand and gravel mining operations, requiring operators to obtain mining permits from the Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy rather than local governments.

Exempts de minimis extraction (5,000 cubic yards or less for property owner's own use) and mines with total deposits of 1,000,000 tons or less from permitting requirements unless operator voluntarily applies.

Preempts local ordinances and regulations that prohibit or regulate mining, with limited exception for cities that annexed township territory after January 1, 2023.

Requires mining permit applications to include $5,000 application fee, environmental impact assessment, mining and reclamation plan with specific technical requirements (setbacks, noise limits, dust control, grading slopes, financial assurance of $3,000-$8,000 per acre).

Establishes sand and gravel surveillance fund supported by per-ton fees (capped at 5 cents per ton for first 5 years, then 10 cents) on operators' annual sales to fund state administration and enforcement; grants Ingham County Circuit Court exclusive jurisdiction over permit appeals and enforcement actions.