Bill > HB4257

This bill amends sections 11502 and 11503 of Michigan's Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act, primarily focusing on updating definitions related to solid waste management, with a particular emphasis on defining terms around anaerobic digestion and digestate. The bill introduces several new definitions, including "anaerobic digester," "anaerobic digester digestate," and "anaerobic digestion," which describe a process where microorganisms break down biodegradable material without oxygen, producing biogas and another product. The legislation also revises existing definitions for various waste-related terms, such as beneficial use categories, composting materials, and waste types. Notably, the bill clarifies technical terms like chemical recycling, depolymerization, and gasification, providing more precise language for how different types of waste can be processed and potentially reused. The amendments aim to provide clearer regulatory guidance for waste management facilities and processes, with a focus on environmental protection and resource recovery. The bill is contingent on the passage of House Bill No. 4265, indicating it is part of a broader legislative package addressing waste management and environmental regulations.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

https://legislature.mi.gov/Bills/Bill?ObjectName=2025-HB-4257