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HR 272

A resolution to declare April 2026 as County Government Month in the state of Michigan.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Greg Alexander and 8 co-sponsors

Declares April 2026 as County Government Month to recognize and raise awareness of the essential services county governments provide.

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Bill Summary · HR 272

Summary of Bill HR 272 (2025-2026, Michigan)

Title

A resolution to declare April 2026 as County Government Month in the state of Michigan.

Purpose and intent

  • Officially designate April 2026 as “County Government Month” in Michigan.
  • Recognize and raise awareness of the roles and contributions of county governments and county boards of commissioners in delivering public services.

Key provisions and changes

  • Legislative declaration that the state observes April 2026 as County Government Month.
  • Encourages observance and participation by citizens in programs and activities that highlight county government work.
  • Emphasizes the importance of county-level services as the “original regional government” in Michigan.

Who or what is affected

  • State and local governance participants: county governments, county boards of commissioners, and Michigan residents.
  • The bill does not impose new mandatory programs or mandates; it serves as a formal proclamation to recognize and promote awareness of county services.

Context and rationale highlighted by the bill

  • Counties perform a broad set of essential services, including:
    • Mental health and substance use disorder treatment
    • Child welfare and juvenile justice
    • Courts and public safety
    • Election administration and vital records
    • Land and property records, disaster preparedness
    • Solid waste management and infrastructure maintenance
    • Tax administration and revenue collection
    • Parks, recreation, senior services, medical facilities
    • Drainage systems and infrastructure projects
  • The resolution notes that counties have promoted their programs since 1991 and urges public observance to recognize their efforts.

Procedural and timeline aspects

  • Introduced in the Michigan House of Representatives by Rep. Matthew Bierlein on April 14, 2026.
  • The resolution passed and was adopted by the House on April 16, 2026.
  • Co-sponsors include multiple members, indicating broad bipartisan support.

Overall impact

  • Formal acknowledgment by the state of Michigan of the importance of county government.
  • Encourages public engagement and awareness without creating new legal obligations, funding requirements, or policy changes.
  • Primarily a symbolic/ceremonial measure intended to highlight and celebrate the work of county governments and their long-standing role in delivering essential services.

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

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