2013 Senate Bill 351 / Public Act 141

Clarify fertilizer use restrictions

Introduced in the Senate

May 7, 2013

Introduced by Sen. Arlan Meekhof (R-30)

To clarify that use of fertilizers and other soil conditioners prior to a 1981 law, and which followed “generally accepted” agricultural and management practices <i>at the time of use</i>, does not constitute a “release” of hazardous substances in violation of state regulations, which could trigger extremely burdensome cleanup requirements.

Referred to the Committee on Agriculture

June 18, 2013

Reported without amendment

With the recommendation that the bill pass.

Sept. 12, 2013

Passed in the Senate 27 to 10 (details)

Received in the House

Sept. 12, 2013

Referred to the Committee on Natural Resources

Sept. 24, 2013

Reported without amendment

Without amendment and with the recommendation that the bill pass.

Oct. 3, 2013

Passed in the House 94 to 14 (details)

To clarify that use of fertilizers and other soil conditioners prior to a 1981 law, and which followed “generally accepted” agricultural and management practices <i>at the time of use</i>, does not constitute a “release” of hazardous substances in violation of state regulations, which could trigger extremely burdensome cleanup requirements.

Signed by Gov. Rick Snyder

Oct. 22, 2013