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HB 5167

Local government: public services; certain waste collection agreements; prohibit. Amends 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.101 - 324.90106) by adding sec. 11531a.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Angela Rigas

Michigan bill restricts local governments' authority to enter specific types of waste collection agreements, potentially limiting municipal contracting flexibility and waste management options.

bill electronically reproduced 10/30/2025
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Bill Summary · HB 5167

Legislative bill overview

HB 5167 amends Michigan's solid waste management law (MCL 324.101) by adding section 11531a, which would prohibit local governments from entering into certain types of waste collection agreements. The bill's specific provisions restricting particular waste collection arrangements are not detailed in the available legislative information, as the actual text of the new section 11531a is not provided in the summary data.

Why is this important

Waste collection is a fundamental municipal service affecting public health, environmental compliance, and local government budgets. Restrictions on what agreements local governments can make would significantly impact how communities manage solid waste disposal, potentially affecting competition, service quality, costs to residents, and municipal operational flexibility.

Potential points of contention

  • Definition clarity: The bill's actual prohibitions depend heavily on what "certain waste collection agreements" means—ambiguous language could create legal disputes or unintended consequences
  • Local control vs. state mandates: Restricts municipal autonomy to negotiate contracts best suited to their specific circumstances and needs
  • Impact on service providers: May affect waste management companies' ability to contract with municipalities, potentially reducing competition or market options depending on which agreement types are prohibited

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

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