SB0711

Environmental protection: water pollution; water resources protection; modify. Amends sec. 3103 of 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.3103).

Introduced·11/13/25
Introduced Text

Michigan SB0711 amends water pollution control laws to enhance water resource protection and flood control.

Michigan SB0711 amends Section 3103 of the 1994 Public Act 451 to strengthen water resource protection and flood control measures. The bill mandates the Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy to protect and conserve water resources, control pollution of surface and underground waters, and enforce water pollution control laws. It also allows the department to conduct surveys, studies, and investigations related to water use and cooperate with other governments. The department is required to assist flood control districts and present evidence during hearings.

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Where it stands

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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

Reported Favorably Without Amendment 5/14/2026

8 Yea

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4 Nay

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Calendar

May 14

1:30 PM

Senate Energy and Environment

History

May 19

Senate

Reported Favorably Without Amendment 5/14/2026

May 19

Senate

Referred To Committee Of The Whole

Dec 2, 2025

Senate

Senate Co-sponsor(s) Named: Rosemary Bayer