Yesterday afternoon the Senate Energy & Technology held a hearing on Senate Bill 314, a bill that would lift the yard waste ban for landfills that meet certain criteria. This is, however, a community option.

The League is supportive of this legislation as we have for the last few legislative sessions. The crux of the support is that these bills are a local option, and communities can choose what is best for their needs.

The committee voted on the bill, but the vote was defeated 4-5. Chairman Nofs moved to reconsider the vote and indicated that the bill would be taken up again at a later committee meeting.

Samantha Harkins is Director of State Affairs for the Michigan Municipal League.  She can be reached at 517-908-0306 or email at sharkins@mml.org.