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MI HR0117

Resolution

Official Source

Status

Introduced

8/24/2011

Primary Sponsor

Lesia Liss

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Origin

House of Representatives

96th Legislature

AI Summary

  • Declares Fowlerville the Soybean Capital of Michigan
  • Recognizes soybeans as Michigan's second largest agricultural crop with $1.25 billion total economic impact in 2010, including over $1 billion in direct activity
  • Acknowledges soybean use in numerous products including adhesives, antibiotics, fuel, candles, crayons, lotions, inks, and paints
  • Supports the Fowlerville Agricultural Society's Michigan Soybean Festival and encourages communities to recognize the importance of soybeans to Michigan's economy
  • References Dr. Louis E. May's research on soybean medicinal benefits including weight control, hormone therapy, and cholesterol reduction

Legislative Description

A resolution to declare Fowlerville the Soybean Capital of the state of Michigan.

Fowlerville

Last Action

Referred To Committee On Agriculture

8/24/2011

Committee Referrals

Agriculture8/24/2011

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