Bill > SB0771

This bill amends the Public Health Code to establish comprehensive regulations for onsite wastewater treatment systems, which are systems that treat and dispose of wastewater on the property where it is generated, as opposed to connecting to a public sewer system. Key provisions include defining various types of systems, such as "conventional systems" (septic tank and soil dispersal) and "alternative systems" (innovative technologies), and establishing requirements for their installation, maintenance, and evaluation. The bill designates the Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) as the primary regulatory body, working in conjunction with local health departments, which will be authorized to implement and enforce these regulations. It mandates regular evaluations of onsite systems, requires construction permits for new installations or alterations, and sets up a framework for the registration of evaluators and proprietary products used in these systems. The bill also creates a public education and training fund and an onsite wastewater treatment system administration fund, funded by fees and penalties, to support program administration, public outreach, and homeowner assistance. Furthermore, it outlines penalties for violations, including fines and potential misdemeanor charges, and establishes a statewide sewage code to guide the management of these systems, aiming to protect public health and the environment.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

https://legislature.mi.gov/Bills/Bill?ObjectName=2026-SB-0771