SB0947

Natural resources: inland lakes; dam safety regulations; provide for. Amends and adds (See bill).

Chamber Passed·7/2/26

Michigan SB0947 amends dam safety regulations, including permit requirements, fees, and hazard potential classifications.

Michigan SB0947 amends the state's dam safety regulations by introducing new permit requirements, adjusting fees, and establishing hazard potential classifications for dams. The bill mandates that owners of dams must obtain permits for construction, alteration, or removal of dams, with fees varying based on the dam's height. It also introduces a staggered registration process for dam owners and establishes a dam risk reduction grant program.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the Senate · 22–15 · Jul 2
Current
Natural Resources And Tourism Committee
Next
House floor vote

Sponsors

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7
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

22 Yea

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15 Nay

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1 Absent

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Calendar

Jun 18

1:30 PM

Senate Energy and Environment

May 21

1:30 PM

Senate Energy and Environment

History

Jul 3

House

Read A First Time

Jul 3

House

Referred To Committee On Natural Resources And Tourism

Jul 2

Senate

Substitute (s-2) Offered