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SB 395

Natural resources: gas and oil; definitions in the crude oil and petroleum act; update. Amends sec. 1 of 1929 PA 16 (MCL 483.1). TIE BAR WITH: SB 394'25

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Joe Bellino

Michigan updates oil and gas regulatory definitions in 1929 law to modernize industry standards and compliance requirements.

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Bill Summary · SB 395

Legislative bill overview

SB 395 updates definitions in Michigan's 1929 Crude Oil and Petroleum Act (MCL 483.1), modernizing statutory language for oil and gas operations. The bill is tied to SB 394, suggesting coordinated legislative changes to the state's oil and gas regulatory framework.

Why is this important

Updating decades-old statutory definitions can clarify regulatory requirements for oil and gas companies operating in Michigan, potentially affecting permitting processes, compliance standards, and resource extraction practices. These technical changes establish the legal foundation for how the state administers its oil and gas industry, which generates significant state revenue and employment.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of changes unclear: The summary doesn't specify which definitions changed or how they might expand/restrict industry operations or environmental protections
  • Tie-bar dependency: The bill's full impact depends on SB 394, creating uncertainty about the combined effect of both measures
  • Environmental standards: Depending on revisions, updated definitions could strengthen or weaken environmental safeguards for water, air, or land affected by extraction activities

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

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