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MI HR0230

Resolution

Official Source

Status

Passed

4/17/2012

Primary Sponsor

Matthew Lori

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Origin

House of Representatives

96th Legislature

AI Summary

  • Designates April 28, 2012, as Save The Frogs Day in Michigan
  • Recognizes that twelve species of frogs are indigenous to Michigan and that approximately 200 amphibian species have become extinct in the wild since 1979
  • Acknowledges frogs' ecological importance in controlling pest populations (ticks, mosquitoes) and serving as food sources for native fish, reptiles, birds, and mammals
  • Identifies threats to frog populations including pollution, pesticides, habitat destruction, climate change, invasive species, infectious disease, and over-harvesting
  • Urges Michigan citizens to observe Save The Frogs Day and support amphibian conservation through public education and awareness

Legislative Description

A resolution to declare April 28, 2012, as Save The Frogs Day in the state of Michigan.

Save The Frogs Day

Last Action

Adopted

4/17/2012

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