Recreation: state parks; recreation passport and nonresident motor vehicle park passes; modify. Amends secs. 2001, 2045, 74101, 74116, 74117, 74120, 78101, 78105 & 78119 of 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.2001 et seq.). TIE BAR WITH: SB 280'25
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Overview
This bill modifies the Michigan Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act to adjust how revenue from recreation passports and motor vehicle park permits is distributed. It clarifies the funding sources for state park improvements, waterways, and other related programs. The bill also addresses exemptions for certain vehicles and establishes a process for estimating revenue lost due to exemptions from the recreation passport fee. It also updates rules regarding motor vehicle permits for state parks and boating access sites.
Key provisions
- Clarifies the definition of the ‘Forest Recreation Account,’ ‘Game and Fish Protection Account,’ and ‘Legacy Fund’.
- Specifies how revenue from recreation passport fees will be allocated to state park improvements, waterways, local recreation facilities, and forest recreation programs.
- Establishes a process for estimating revenue lost due to exemptions for resident motor vehicles from the recreation passport fee.
- Updates rules regarding motor vehicle permits required for entry into state parks and boating access sites.
- Adjusts fees for annual nonresident motor vehicle park permits and daily permits.
- Requires the department to report on revenue and expenditures related to state park funding.
- Provides for a mechanism to adjust revenue allocations based on the consumer price index.
- Sets a date for the bill to take effect, contingent on the enactment of Senate Bill 280.
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