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MI HR0178

Resolution

Official Source

Status

Passed

3/8/2012

Primary Sponsor

Lisa Lyons

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Origin

House of Representatives

96th Legislature

AI Summary

  • Memorialize Congress to enact the "Recreational Fishing and Hunting Heritage and Opportunities Act" to protect and promote hunting and fishing opportunities on federal public lands
  • Recognize that hundreds of thousands of Michigan citizens participate in hunting, fishing, and shooting sports annually, which generate billions in conservation funding through permit sales and excise taxes on equipment
  • Address concerns that a 6th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals decision threatens to reduce access to federal lands traditionally available for hunting, fishing, and shooting activities
  • Support H.R. 2834 (112th Congress), introduced by Congressman Dan Benishek, which aims to recognize the heritage of recreational fishing and hunting on federal public lands and ensure continued opportunities
  • Direct transmission of the resolution to the President, U.S. Senate President, House Speaker, and Michigan Congressional delegation

Legislative Description

A resolution to memorialize Congress to enact the "Recreational Fishing and Hunting Heritage and Opportunities Act."

Congress

Last Action

Adopted

3/8/2012

Committee Referrals

Natural Resources, Tourism, And Outdoor Recreation1/24/2012

Full Bill Text

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