2009 House Bill 4819

Authorize “green chemistry” business tax breaks and subsidies

Introduced in the House

April 21, 2009

Introduced by Rep. Dan Scripps (D-101)

To authorize “Michigan Strategic Fund” and “<a href="http://www.michiganvotes.org/2005-HB-5048">21st Century Jobs Fund</a>” business subsidies for “green chemistry” projects, defined as ones that “design chemical products or processes that reduce or eliminate the use or generation of hazardous substances, and develop safer bio-based chemicals and materials”.

Referred to the Committee on New Economy and Quality of Life

May 13, 2009

Reported without amendment

With the recommendation that the substitute (H-1) be adopted and that the bill then pass.

May 19, 2009

Substitute offered

The substitute passed by voice vote

Passed in the House 100 to 9 (details)

Received in the Senate

May 21, 2009

Referred to the Committee on Economic Development and Regulatory Reform