2004 Senate Bill 1281 / Public Act 395

Authorize state parks awards

Introduced in the Senate

June 2, 2004

Introduced by Sen. Tony Stamas (R-36)

To authorize an annual "gem of the parks" award to recognize key state parks for their contribution to the state parks system, and an annual "volunteer of the year" award to recognize outstanding individuals who donate time or money to the state park system.

Referred to the Committee on Natural Resources and Environmental Affairs

June 17, 2004

Reported without amendment

With the recommendation that the substitute (S-1) be adopted and that the bill then pass.

June 22, 2004

Substitute offered

To replace the previous version of the bill with one that also authorizes a state park employee of the year award.

The substitute passed by voice vote

June 23, 2004

Passed in the Senate 37 to 0 (details)

To authorize an annual "gem of the parks" award to recognize key state parks for their contribution to the state parks system, a annual "volunteer of the year" award to recognize outstanding individuals who donate time or money to the state park system, and a state parks employee of the year award.

Received in the House

June 23, 2004

Referred to the Committee on Conservation and Outdoor Recreation

Sept. 15, 2004

Reported without amendment

Without amendment and with the recommendation that the bill pass.

Sept. 29, 2004

Passed in the House 98 to 3 (details)

To authorize an annual "gem of the parks" award to recognize key state parks for their contribution to the state parks system, a annual "volunteer of the year" award to recognize outstanding individuals who donate time or money to the state park system, and a state parks employee of the year award.

Signed by Gov. Jennifer Granholm

Oct. 15, 2004