Natural resources: wetlands; regulation of wetlands; modify. Amend sec. 30305 of 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.30305).

Summary

The bill changes MCL 324.30305 so that a range of activities—such as fishing, hunting, swimming, hiking, limited grazing, ongoing farming, road and utility maintenance, and certain drainage work—can be performed in wetlands without obtaining a new permit, provided they meet detailed conditions. It also clarifies that activities already permitted under other parts or existing discharge permits are exempt, and it protects wetlands that were drained before 1980 or created by mining. The changes aim to streamline land‑use practices while maintaining environmental safeguards.

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