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MI HB4519
MI HB4519State: symbol; stonefly; designate as the official state insect. Creates new act.
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Introduced
05/21/2025
05/21/2025
In Committee
05/21/2025
05/21/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
103rd Legislature
Bill Summary
A bill to designate the official insect of the state of Michigan.
AI Summary
This bill designates the stonefly (Pteronarcys sp.) as the official state insect of Michigan. The bill is straightforward, simply adding the stonefly to the state's official symbols. Stoneflies are aquatic insects found in freshwater environments, particularly in cool, clean streams and rivers, which are common in Michigan. By choosing this specific species, the bill recognizes the stonefly's ecological significance and its potential indicator status for water quality, as these insects are sensitive to environmental changes and pollution. The legislation follows a common practice of states designating official state symbols to celebrate local natural heritage and raise awareness about specific species or elements unique to the region.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (22)
Stephen Wooden (D)*,
Timmy Beson (R),
Julie Brixie (D),
Erin Byrnes (D),
Betsy Coffia (D),
Emily Dievendorf (D),
Morgan Foreman (D),
Carol Glanville (D),
Tullio Liberati (D),
Matt Longjohn (D),
Greg Markkanen (R),
Jaz Martus (D),
Donavan McKinney (D),
Pat Outman (R),
Laurie Pohutsky (D),
Carrie Rheingans (D),
Julie Rogers (D),
J.R. Roth (R),
Helena Scott (D),
Will Snyder (D),
Samantha Steckloff (D),
Penelope Tsernoglou (D),
Last Action
Bill Electronically Reproduced 05/21/2025 (on 05/22/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://legislature.mi.gov/Bills/Bill?ObjectName=2025-HB-4519 |
| BillText | https://legislature.mi.gov/documents/2025-2026/billintroduced/House/htm/2025-HIB-4519.htm |
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