Michigan 2023-2024 Regular Session

Michigan House Bill HB4506

Introduced
5/4/23  

Caption

Natural resources: other; Upper Peninsula natural resources commission; create. Amends secs. 301, 40102 & 40103 of 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.301 et seq.).TIE BAR WITH: HB 4509'23, HB 4507'23, HB 4508'23

Impact

The successful passage of HB 4506 will result in significant changes to how wildlife is regulated at the state level, especially concerning hunting practices and the management of introduced species. By establishing clearer definitions and frameworks for 'bag limits' and 'protected species,' the bill is designed to improve conservation efforts. It may also impact local units of government by standardizing regulations and possibly limiting local authority in certain management practices regarding wildlife.

Summary

House Bill 4506 seeks to amend the Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act (1994 PA 451) by updating certain provisions regarding wildlife management and conservation practices in Michigan. The proposed amendments are aimed at enhancing the efficiency of the commission of natural resources and redefining various terms related to wildlife management, such as 'animals', 'bag limit', and 'game'. This bill specifically focuses on protecting wildlife within the context of local and state management practices, thus addressing concerns related to hunting and conservation efforts.

Contention

While the bill largely aims to bolster wildlife protection, it may encounter resistance from local stakeholders who fear that centralized regulations could impede localized decision-making regarding natural resource management. Supporters argue that a unified approach is necessary to effectively manage wildlife and address issues such as the impact of double-crested cormorants, while critics may argue that specific local needs and ecological conditions should be prioritized. Overall, the discussion surrounding HB 4506 reflects a broader debate over state versus local jurisdiction in environmental management.

Companion Bills

MI HB4507

Same As Natural resources: other; authority to make certain decisions regarding game in the Upper Peninsula; grant to the Upper Peninsula natural resources commission. Amends secs. 40110, 40110a, 40110b & 40113a of 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.40110 et seq.). TIE BAR WITH: HB 4506'23, HB 4509'23, HB 4508'23

MI HB4508

Same As Natural resources: other; Upper Peninsula natural resources commission; create. Amends 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.101 - 324.90106) by adding sec. 501b. TIE BAR WITH: HB 4506'23, HB 4509'23, HB 4507'23

MI HB4509

Same As Natural resources: other; authority to make decisions regarding fish in the Upper Peninsula; grant to the Upper Peninsula natural resources commission. Amends secs. 48701, 48703 & 48703a of 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.48701 et seq.). TIE BAR WITH: HB 4506'23, HB 4507'23, HB 4508'23

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