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MI HB5454
Bill
Status
1/15/2026
Primary Sponsor
Julie Rogers
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AI Summary
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Prohibits manufacturing dry cleaning solvents containing perchloroethylene beginning December 1, 2031, with sales prohibited starting June 1, 2032, and use prohibited starting December 1, 2032
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Creates the Perchloroethylene Fund in the state treasury to support the transition away from perchloroethylene-based products
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Requires the Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy to establish a cost-share grant program to help dry cleaning facilities cover transition costs to alternative products and equipment
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Mandates the department implement a buy-back program for safe disposal of existing perchloroethylene products from dry cleaning facilities
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Establishes civil fines up to $10,000 for violations, enforceable by county prosecutors or the attorney general
Legislative Description
Environmental protection: hazardous products; use of perchloroethylene in dry cleaning solvents; prohibit. Amends 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.101 - 324.90106) by adding subpt. 3 to pt. 147.
Environmental protection: air pollution
Last Action
Bill Electronically Reproduced 01/15/2026
1/21/2026