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MI HR0310
Resolution
Status
6/7/2022
Primary Sponsor
William Sowerby
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AI Summary
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Urges Michigan municipalities to use recently appropriated state and federal funding (over $3 billion) for green infrastructure projects.
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Identifies green infrastructure as a water management approach that filters and absorbs stormwater, including rain gardens, bioswales, permeable pavement, green roofs, and native plant restoration.
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Cites climate change impacts in Michigan including increased flooding, drought, and higher temperatures as justification for green infrastructure investment.
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References the draft MI Healthy Climate Plan from January 2022 as the state's framework for addressing climate change and adaptation.
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Directs transmission of the resolution to the Michigan Municipal League, Michigan Townships Association, and Michigan Association of Counties.
Legislative Description
A resolution to urge municipalities to use recently appropriated state and federal funding to pursue green infrastructure policies.
Last Action
Referred To Committee On Local Government And Municipal Finance
6/7/2022