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MI HR0234

Resolution

Status

Passed

4/19/2012

Primary Sponsor

Ricky Outman

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Origin

House of Representatives

96th Legislature

AI Summary

  • Declares April 2012 as Safe Digging Month in Michigan to mark the five-year anniversary of National Safe Digging Month and the 811 campaign
  • Encourages Michigan residents, homeowners, and contractors to call 811 at least three days before beginning any digging project to identify underground utility locations
  • Designates MISS DIG System, Inc. as the entity that receives 811 calls and notifies utility owners of intent to dig for natural gas, electric, phone, internet, water, and sewer lines
  • Highlights that failure to call 811 can result in unintended damage to utility infrastructure, service interruptions, property damage, environmental damage, personal injury, and death
  • Promotes safe digging practices through partnership with utilities including Consumers Energy, DTE Energy, SEMCO Energy, the Michigan Public Service Commission, and the Common Ground Alliance

Legislative Description

A resolution to declare April 2012 as Safe Digging Month in the state of Michigan.

Safe Digging Month

Last Action

Adopted

4/19/2012

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