A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled “Natural resources and environmental protection act,” by amending section 21102a (MCL 324.21102a), as added by 2022 PA 160, and by adding section 21102b.
This bill aims to amend the 1994 PA 451, known as the "Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act," specifically targeting section 21102a and introducing section 21102b to regulate the installation of new and replacement underground storage tanks. It proposes prohibiting these installations within specified distances from public water wells unless certified by a professional engineer or a qualified underground storage tank consultant that the tank will likely enhance leak prevention and detection. Specifically, the bill sets forth setback distances of less than 50 feet for single-family drinking water wells, less than 75 feet for type IIb or type III noncommunity public water wells, and less than 200 feet for type I community or type IIa noncommunity public water wells, aiming to mitigate potential contamination risks.
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Referred to the Committee on Natural Resources, Environment, Tourism and Outdoor Recreation
