HB4639

Civil procedure: statute of limitations; accrual of cause of action for groundwater contamination cases; revise. Amends 1961 PA 236 (MCL 600.101 & 600.9947) by adding sec. 5830.

Introduced·6/10/25
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Michigan HB4639 revises the statute of limitations for groundwater contamination cases.

Michigan HB4639 amends the Michigan Compiled Laws to change the statute of limitations for actions related to hazardous substances. Specifically, it revises the accrual of a cause of action for groundwater contamination cases, stating that a claim accrues when the plaintiff discovers or should have discovered the existence of the claim. This change affects individuals and entities filing lawsuits related to damages or injury from hazardous substances.

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History

Jun 11, 2025

House

Bill Electronically Reproduced 06/10/2025

Jun 10, 2025

House

Introduced By Representative Rep. Phil Skaggs

Jun 10, 2025

House

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