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HR 66

A resolution to declare April 19–27, 2025, as National Park Week in the state of Michigan.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Greg Alexander and 13 co-sponsors

Declares April 19-27, 2025 as National Park Week in Michigan, recognizes five NPS sites, and urges public engagement and stewardship (non-binding).

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Bill Summary · HR 66

Summary — HR 66 (Michigan): Declare April 19–27, 2025 as National Park Week

Status: Adopted (resolution)
Introduced: April 17, 2025 (filed by Rep. Karl Bohnak et al.)
Primary action: Declaration designating April 19–27, 2025 as National Park Week in Michigan

Purpose / Intent

HR 66 is a ceremonial House resolution to recognize and promote National Park Week in Michigan (April 19–27, 2025). The resolution aims to raise public awareness of the National Park Service (NPS) and Michigan’s federal park sites, encourage visitation and stewardship, and honor the work of park staff, rangers, volunteers, and conservation organizations.

Key provisions

  • Formally declares April 19–27, 2025 as “National Park Week” in the state of Michigan.
  • Notes the 2025 theme, “National Park Playlist,” which links music to park landscapes, histories, and stories to encourage engagement.
  • Lists Michigan National Park Service sites explicitly recognized in the resolution:
    • Isle Royale National Park
    • Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
    • Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore
    • Keweenaw National Historical Park
    • River Raisin National Battlefield Park
  • Encourages Michiganders and visitors to visit, support, and appreciate these sites.
  • Honors the National Park Service, local park rangers, volunteers, and conservation organizations for their stewardship and efforts to preserve accessibility and enjoyment of the parks.

Who is affected / impact

  • Direct legal or fiscal impact: None. As a resolution, HR 66 is non‑binding and does not create legal obligations or appropriate funds.
  • Practical/communicative impact:
    • Promotes tourism and public engagement with Michigan’s NPS sites.
    • Supports education and outreach efforts by signaling legislative recognition.
    • Provides formal acknowledgment to park staff, volunteers, and partner organizations, which may help local outreach, events, and volunteer recruitment during National Park Week.

Legislative / procedural notes

  • Introduced in the Michigan House (Rep. Bohnak et al.). The introduced and adopted text appears in House files as House Resolution No. 66.
  • Procedural milestones (selected, as recorded): filed April 17, 2025; read by title and adopted; enrolled and signed by the House leadership; presented to the Secretary of State. The resolution was placed on consent/local calendars and adopted by the House.
  • Related measure: HCR 73 (companion).

Takeaway

HR 66 is a symbolic, awareness‑raising resolution that designates a week in April 2025 as National Park Week in Michigan, highlights five federal park sites in the state, and encourages public engagement with and support for the National Park Service and its partners. It carries no regulatory or fiscal mandates.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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