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MI HB6279
Bill
Status
9/29/2020
Primary Sponsor
Lynn Afendoulis
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AI Summary
HB 6279 Summary
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Amends the Michigan Military Act to reorganize and clarify definitions related to the state military establishment, including "armed forces," "Michigan National Guard," and "active service."
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Establishes the "Michigan military department state awards program" under the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs to prescribe medals and public recognition for distinguished service, valor, and meritorious achievement.
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Creates a comprehensive list of 23 state military medals and ribbons including the Michigan Purple Heart Medal, Michigan Patriots Medal, Michigan Superior Service Medal, and campaign medals for specific military operations (Desert Shield/Storm, Iraq, Afghanistan).
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Authorizes the adjutant general to receive and evaluate award nominations from the public and the legislature, and requires the department to maintain a website with program information, award descriptions, eligibility requirements, and an online nomination submission method.
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Makes the bill's effectiveness contingent on the enactment of HB 6276, HB 6277, and HB 6278.
Legislative Description
Military affairs: generally; Michigan military department state awards program; establish, and provide eligibility requirements. Amends secs. 105 & 182 of 1967 PA 150 (MCL 32.505 - 32.582) & adds sec. 185. TIE BAR WITH: HB 6278'20, HB 6276'20, HB 6277'20
State agencies (existing): military and veterans affairs
Last Action
Referred To Committee On Ways And Means, With Substitute (h-1)
12/3/2020