MI SB1041

Establishes a "Free Day in the Parks" program requiring at least one day per year when resident motor vehicles without a recreation passport fee can enter state parks.

Requires nonresident and commercial motor vehicles to display a valid motor vehicle park permit affixed to the lower right-hand corner of the windshield to enter state parks.

Requires resident motor vehicles to have the recreation passport fee paid, or display a registration tab or sticker marked to show the fee has been paid, for state park entry.

Exempts vehicles being driven on established federal, state, or county highways within parks; vehicles used in park operations; emergency and law enforcement vehicles; and vehicles registered under specific Michigan vehicle code exemptions.

Requires the department to provide a promotional decal annually to individuals who pay the recreation passport fee or qualify for exemptions, with a distinctive design for each year.

Takes effect May 1, 2015.