2010 Senate Bill 1397 / Public Act 300

Revise “grain dealers” license and insurance assessment details

Introduced in the Senate

June 22, 2010

Introduced by Sen. Gerald Van Woerkom (R-34)

To increase the amount taken for administration and “security activities” from the 0.2 percent fee imposed on agricultural producers and placed in a fund to cover losses incurred if a grain dealer fails or is unable to pay a claim after the producer has delivered produce. The bill would also revise provisions related to eligibility for reimbursement.

Referred to the Committee on Agriculture and Bioeconomy

June 29, 2010

Reported without amendment

With the recommendation that the bill pass.

Nov. 10, 2010

Substitute offered

The substitute passed by voice vote

Passed in the Senate 38 to 0 (details)

To increase the amount taken for administration and “security activities” from the 0.2 percent fee imposed on agricultural producers and placed in a fund to cover losses incurred if a grain dealer fails or is unable to pay a claim after the producer has delivered produce. The bill would also revise provisions related to eligibility for reimbursement.

Received in the House

Nov. 10, 2010

Referred to the Committee on Agriculture

Dec. 3, 2010

Passed in the House 98 to 2 (details)

Signed by Gov. Jennifer Granholm

Dec. 16, 2010