Bill > HR0122

This resolution formally designates May 31-June 8, 2025, as Great Lakes and Fresh Water Week in Michigan, highlighting the state's unique water resources and their critical importance. The resolution emphasizes Michigan's significant water assets, including 20% of the world's fresh water, 11,000 inland lakes, 3,200 miles of Great Lakes shoreline, and extensive groundwater resources. It underscores the vital role of water in supporting diverse sectors such as industry, agriculture, recreation, and tourism, and acknowledges water's importance to the physical, emotional, and spiritual wellness of Michigan residents. The resolution also recognizes water's broader significance in connecting communities, supporting ecosystems, and driving economic opportunities, particularly through STEM workforce development. By declaring this specific week, the resolution aims to encourage Michiganders to learn more about and appreciate the state's unique freshwater resources and their critical importance to Michigan's present and future.

https://legislature.mi.gov/Bills/Bill?ObjectName=2025-HR-0122