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HB 4354

Water supply: systems; authority as municipal authority; modify. Amends sec. 2 of 1965 PA 203 (MCL 28.602). TIE BAR WITH: HB 4352'25

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Timmy Beson and 9 co-sponsors

Michigan bill modifies municipal water system authority definitions under 1965 Public Water Supply Act, affecting governance and regulatory classification of water utilities.

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Bill Summary · HB 4354

Legislative bill overview

HB 4354 modifies Michigan's 1965 Public Water Supply Act by amending how water supply systems are classified and governed as municipal authorities. The bill is tied to companion legislation (HB 4352) and appears to adjust regulatory or operational definitions for water systems under state oversight.

Why is this important

Water system governance affects service delivery, infrastructure investment, and regulatory compliance for millions of Michigan residents. Changes to municipal authority classifications can influence how water systems are funded, managed, and held accountable for quality and accessibility standards.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of changes unclear: The amendment's specific modifications aren't detailed in available documentation, making it difficult to assess whether this expands or contracts municipal authority over water systems
  • Tied legislation dependency: The tie-bar to HB 4352 means these bills function as a package; changes in one affect the other, potentially obscuring the full impact of either measure
  • Municipal vs. state authority balance: Amendments to municipal authority classifications often involve tension between local control and state regulatory oversight

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

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