2010 House Bill 6359 / Public Act 227

Streamline hazardous material spill regulation

Introduced in the House

July 28, 2010

Introduced by Rep. Ed Clemente (D-14)

To create a hazardous waste spill or pollution “response activity panel” consisting of qualified, independent individuals to advise the Department of Natural Resources and Environment, establish procedures and deadlines for department responses where necessary, and revise details of who is legally liable for particular situations.

Referred to the Committee on New Economy and Quality of Life

Nov. 10, 2010

Reported without amendment

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

Substitute offered

The substitute passed by voice vote

Amendment offered by Rep. Ed Clemente (D-14)

To include wind energy owners and operators in a list of persons not liable for environmental contamination on a property that they did not cause.

The amendment passed by voice vote

Passed in the House 82 to 14 (details)

To create a hazardous waste spill or pollution “response activity panel” consisting of qualified, independent individuals to advise the Department of Natural Resources and Environment, establish procedures and deadlines for department responses where necessary, and revise details of who is legally liable for particular situations.

Received in the Senate

Nov. 30, 2010

Dec. 1, 2010

Passed in the Senate 30 to 6 (details)

Signed by Gov. Jennifer Granholm

Dec. 14, 2010