This bill amends the existing law regarding the establishment of alternative fuels facilities in Michigan, specifically updating sections 2 and 3 of 2008 PA 330. The amendments include a rephrasing of the language to clarify the department's responsibilities, such as reviewing and compiling information related to the establishment of production facilities for alternative fuels. The bill specifies that the department will categorize this information for different types of alternative fuels, including biodiesel and ethanol, and will also indicate the relevant procedures housed within various state departments, including the Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy, and the Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity.

Additionally, the bill allows the department to identify mechanisms for better communication and coordination among state and local governments, private industry, and educational institutions regarding alternative fuels. It also empowers the department to review state regulations that may impede the development and use of alternative fuels and recommend necessary changes to the governor and legislature. The enactment of this bill is contingent upon the passage of Senate Bill No. 631 from the 103rd Legislature.

Statutes affected:
Senate Introduced Bill: 285.342, 285.343