Economic development: other; 2008 PA 330; amend to reflect elimination of the Michigan strategic fund. Amends secs. 2 & 3 of 2008 PA 330 (MCL 285.342 & 285.343). TIE BAR WITH: SB 0631'25
Summary
SB 666 amends Michigan’s alternative fuels information law, 2008 PA 330, to update which state entities are referenced in the statute and to continue the Department’s role in collecting and publishing information for people seeking to establish alternative fuel production facilities. The bill requires the Department to review state-government information, compile a concise guide to the applications and approvals needed for alternative fuel facilities, and publish that information for the public in categories such as biodiesel, ethanol, and other alternative fuels.
The bill also directs the Department to identify the specific procedures housed in relevant agencies, including environmental and economic development entities, and allows it to promote coordination among state government, local governments, private industry, and higher education institutions on alternative fuel research and promotion. In addition, the Department may review state regulations that could hinder alternative fuel use, research, or development and recommend changes to the governor and legislature. The bill is tie-barred to SB 631, meaning it would not take effect unless that related bill is enacted.
Impact
The bill makes targeted amendments to sections 2 and 3 of 2008 PA 330, primarily updating agency references to reflect organizational changes and the elimination or restructuring of the Michigan Strategic Fund-related functions. It does not create a new regulatory program or impose direct mandates on private parties; instead, it preserves and refines the state’s informational and coordination duties regarding alternative fuel facility development. The practical effect is to keep the statute aligned with current state agency structure while maintaining public access to permitting and approval information for alternative fuel projects.
Sentiment
The available context suggests the bill is generally administrative and supportive of alternative fuel development, with no recorded committee testimony or votes indicating opposition or controversy. Its purpose appears to be technical cleanup and modernization of an existing economic development and energy-related statute rather than a substantive policy shift. The tie-bar to SB 631 indicates it is part of a broader legislative package, which typically signals coordination rather than dispute.
Contention
No specific points of contention are documented in the provided committee transcripts or voting history. The only likely area of concern is the bill’s reliance on updated agency references and its tie-bar to SB 631, which means its effectiveness depends on enactment of the companion measure. Otherwise, the bill appears to be a low-conflict administrative update focused on alternative fuels, permitting information, and interagency coordination.
Same As
Economic development: Michigan strategic fund; Michigan strategic fund; eliminate, and create the economic development fair competition and free enterprise act. Creates new act & repeals (See bill).