2009 House Bill 5558

Impose new garbage tax

Introduced in the House

Oct. 28, 2009

Introduced by Rep. Dan Scripps (D-101)

To impose a $7.50 per ton tipping fee (tax) on solid waste deposited in Michigan landfills, and use the money to pay for recycling programs.

Referred to the Committee on Great Lakes and Environment

Oct. 29, 2009

Reported without amendment

With the recommendation that the amendments be adopted and that the bill then pass.