Bill > HR0087

This resolution officially designates May 2025 as Boating Safety Month in Michigan, highlighting the state's significant maritime environment with over 11,000 inland lakes, thousands of river miles, and borders on four Great Lakes. The resolution recognizes the importance of recreational boating as a cherished family tradition and tourism activity while emphasizing the critical need for promoting safe boating practices. It specifically calls attention to the increasing participation in boating and the corresponding need for education about safety measures such as navigation awareness, mandatory safety equipment, weather monitoring, and understanding fundamental nautical guidelines. The resolution encourages state agencies, law enforcement, safety organizations, and volunteer groups to continue educating the public about boating safety, and it urges all Michigan residents and visitors to adopt responsible boating practices during the designated month. By highlighting National Safe Boating Week (which occurs in May) as a catalyst for broader safety education, the resolution aims to reduce boating-related risks and promote a culture of safety on Michigan's waterways.

https://legislature.mi.gov/Bills/Bill?ObjectName=2025-HR-0087