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MI HB4695
Bill
Status
9/18/2025
Primary Sponsor
Gregory Markkanen
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AI Summary
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Renames the "Recreational Authorities Act" to the "Recreational and Natural Resources Authority Act"
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Adds new definition of "public forest and natural resources area" covering land, water, and buildings used for recreational purposes, forestry management, natural resources management, and cultural/historical preservation
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Expands recreational purposes to include snowmobile trails, ORV trails, and foraging/fruit picking activities in addition to existing uses like camping, hiking, and swimming areas
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Modifies definitions to clarify that a single municipality (not just multiple municipalities) can participate in an authority
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Contains a tie bar provision requiring enactment of SB ____ (request no. S01810'25) or HB 4694 for this bill to take effect
Legislative Description
Local government: authorities; revisions to the recreational authorities act; provide for. Amends secs. 1 & 3 of 2000 PA 321 (MCL 123.1131 & 123.1133). TIE BAR WITH: HB 4694'25
Local government: authorities
Last Action
Referred To Committee Of The Whole
3/4/2026