2012 Senate Bill 1206 / Public Act 563

Exempt certain compost from environmental regulations

Introduced in the Senate

July 18, 2012

Introduced by Sen. Tom Casperson (R-38)

To waive certain state restrictions on selling or giving away sewage treatment residue for landscaping purposes if it is "mature and stable," has minimal potential to generate a nuisance, is of "exceptional quality” for this purpose, and if the generator of the material has a record of dutiful compliance with state environmental regulations.

Referred to the Committee on Natural Resources, Environment, and Great Lakes

Sept. 25, 2012

Reported without amendment

With the recommendation that the bill pass.

Amendment offered

To clarify a statutory reference in the bill.

The amendment passed by voice vote

Sept. 27, 2012

Passed in the Senate 27 to 11 (details)

Received in the House

Sept. 27, 2012

Referred to the Committee on Natural Resources, Tourism, and Outdoor Recreation

Dec. 4, 2012

Reported without amendment

Without amendment and with the recommendation that the bill pass.

Dec. 12, 2012

Passed in the House 69 to 40 (details)

To waive certain state restrictions on selling or giving away sewage treatment residue for landscaping purposes if it is "mature and stable," has minimal potential to generate a nuisance, is of "exceptional quality” for this purpose, and if the generator of the material has a record of dutiful compliance with state environmental regulations.

Signed by Gov. Rick Snyder

Dec. 31, 2012