2009 House Bill 4819

Authorize “green chemistry” business tax breaks and subsidies

Introduced in the House

April 21, 2009

Introduced by Rep. Dan Scripps (D-101)

To authorize “Michigan Strategic Fund” and “21st Century Jobs Fund” business subsidies for “green chemistry” projects, defined as ones that “design chemical products or processes that reduce or eliminate the use or generation of hazardous substances, and develop safer bio-based chemicals and materials”.

Referred to the Committee on New Economy and Quality of Life

May 13, 2009

Reported without amendment

With the recommendation that the substitute (H-1) be adopted and that the bill then pass.

May 19, 2009

Substitute offered

The substitute passed by voice vote

Passed in the House 100 to 9 (details)

Received in the Senate

May 21, 2009

Referred to the Committee on Economic Development and Regulatory Reform