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MI HR0228

Resolution

Status

Passed

4/12/2016

Primary Sponsor

Ed McBroom

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Origin

House of Representatives

98th Legislature

AI Summary

  • Urges United States Congress to enact legislation enhancing hunting, fishing, recreational shooting, and outdoor recreational opportunities nationwide
  • Identifies conservation funding through excise taxes on hunting, fishing, and boating equipment as the primary mechanism for U.S. fish and wildlife management
  • References Senate Bill 659 (Bipartisan Sportsmen's Act of 2015) as pending legislation that would create or renew fourteen programs impacting sportsmen and improve public lands accessibility
  • Calls for reauthorization of the Land Transaction Facilitation Act, North American Wetlands Conservation Act, and National Fish and Wildlife Foundation to enhance recreational opportunities and boost the outdoor recreation economy
  • Directs copies of the resolution be transmitted to the President of the United States Senate, Speaker of the House, and Michigan congressional delegation

Legislative Description

A resolution to urge the United States Congress to enact legislation that will enhance hunting, fishing, recreational shooting, and other outdoor recreational opportunities for sportsmen and women nationwide.

United States Congress

Last Action

Adopted

4/12/2016

Committee Referrals

Tourism And Outdoor Recreation2/18/2016

Full Bill Text

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