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MI HR0038
Resolution
Status
Introduced
3/17/2015
Primary Sponsor
Scott Dianda
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AI Summary
- Urges the Michigan Department of Natural Resources to acquire approximately 63 acres of private land surrounding Houghton-Douglass Falls in the Keweenaw Peninsula
- Identifies the falls as Michigan's tallest at over 100 feet, located on Hammell Creek on the Houghton Peninsula, and a major tourist attraction listed in waterfalls guides
- Notes the falls are named after Dr. Douglass Houghton, Michigan's first State Geologist who pioneered copper mining exploration, and his cousin Columbus Christopher Douglass
- Cites safety concerns from past severe and fatal falling accidents and the current landowner's desire for public ownership to provide clear signage and safe access paths
- Directs that copies of the resolution be transmitted to the Department of Natural Resources
Legislative Description
A resolution to urge the Michigan Department of Natural Resources to acquire land surrounding Houghton-Douglass Falls in the Keweenaw Peninsula.
Michigan Department of Natural Resources
Last Action
Referred To Committee On Natural Resources
3/17/2015
Committee Referrals
Natural Resources3/17/2015
Full Bill Text
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