2011 Senate Bill 421

Mandate “bittering agents” in antifreeze

Introduced in the Senate

June 9, 2011

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

Dec. 6, 2012

Reported without amendment

With the recommendation that the bill pass.