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SR 61

A resolution to recognize June 29-July 5,2025, as Aquatic Invasive Species Awareness Week.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Rosemary Bayer and 4 co-sponsors

Michigan designates June 29-July 5, 2025, as Aquatic Invasive Species Awareness Week to promote public education about preventing spread of harmful invasive aquatic organisms.

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Bill Summary · SR 61

Legislative bill overview

Senate Resolution 61 designates June 29-July 5, 2025, as Aquatic Invasive Species Awareness Week in Michigan. This is a ceremonial resolution that officially recognizes and promotes awareness of invasive aquatic species during that specific week.

Why is this important

Michigan has significant economic and environmental interests in its Great Lakes and inland waterways, which are threatened by invasive species like zebra mussels, sea lampreys, and Asian carp that damage ecosystems and cost millions in management and economic losses. Awareness weeks can drive public education about prevention measures (like boat cleaning) that reduce the spread of invasive species, which is a genuine public health concern for the state's aquatic resources and recreation industry.

Potential points of contention

  • Limited practical impact: Resolutions are symbolic gestures without funding or enforcement mechanisms; they raise awareness but don't directly prevent invasions or fund control efforts
  • Resource allocation questions: Some may argue legislative time should focus on substantive bills with regulatory or budgetary authority rather than ceremonial designations
  • Existing awareness efforts: Michigan may already have invasive species awareness campaigns through DNR and universities, making a dedicated week potentially redundant rather than additive

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

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