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HB 4364

Environmental protection: water pollution; application requirements for new or increased discharge permit under NREPA; modify. Amends sec. 3112 of 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.3112).

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Joe Aragona and 14 co-sponsors

HB 4364 modifies Michigan water discharge permit application requirements under NREPA, potentially affecting how industries obtain approval to release pollutants into state waterways.

bill electronically reproduced 04/22/2025
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Bill Summary · HB 4364

Legislative bill overview

HB 4364 modifies Michigan's Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act (NREPA) by amending Section 3112, which governs application requirements for new or increased water discharge permits. The bill's specific amendments are not detailed in the available information, but it targets the permitting process for entities seeking to discharge pollutants into Michigan waters.

Why is this important

Water discharge permits are fundamental regulatory tools that determine what pollutants can enter Michigan's waterways and in what quantities. Changes to application requirements can either streamline environmental review processes or alter the stringency of pollution controls, directly affecting water quality, public health, and industrial operations across the state.

Potential points of contention

  • Regulatory burden vs. environmental protection: The amendment could either reduce administrative barriers for permit applicants or weaken environmental safeguards, depending on which requirements are modified
  • Industrial competitiveness vs. water quality: Stakeholders may disagree on whether changes favor business interests (easier permitting) or environmental interests (stronger protections)
  • Public notice and participation: Changes to application procedures could affect transparency and community input in the permitting process, raising concerns about who bears knowledge of proposed discharges

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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