2013 Senate Bill 29

Mandate “bittering agents” in antifreeze

Introduced in the Senate

Jan. 16, 2013

Introduced by Sen. Steve Bieda (D-9)

To mandate that antifreeze engine coolant sold at retail in Michigan must have a “bittering agent” added to make it unpalatable to children, dogs and other animals (who are attracted by the sweet taste of antifreeze, a deadly poison).

Referred to the Committee on Economic Development

Feb. 26, 2013

Reported without amendment

With the recommendation that the bill pass.

May 1, 2013

Passed in the Senate 36 to 1 (details)

Received in the House

May 1, 2013

Referred to the Committee on Regulatory Reform

March 11, 2014

Reported without amendment

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