Michigan HB4364 modifies permit requirements for water discharges under the Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act.

Michigan HB4364 amends the Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act to modify permit requirements for water discharges. The bill requires applicants for new or increased discharge permits to obtain permission from contiguous counties impacted by the discharge. It mandates that permits be conditioned on meeting effluent requirements to prevent unlawful pollution and comply with federal law. Oceangoing vessels must obtain permits and comply with federal aquatic nuisance rules, including using approved ballast water management systems.

Michigan HB4364 modifies permit requirements for water discharges under the Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act.

Michigan HB4364 amends the Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act to modify permit requirements for water discharges. The bill requires applicants for new or increased discharge permits to obtain permission from contiguous counties impacted by the discharge. It mandates that permits be conditioned on meeting effluent requirements to prevent unlawful pollution and comply with federal law. Oceangoing vessels must obtain permits and comply with federal aquatic nuisance rules, including using approved ballast water management systems.