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Environmental protection: pollution prevention; green initiative; provide for. Adds sec. 29 to art. I of the state constitution.

Introduced·4/22/26
Introduced Text

Adds a constitutional right to a clean and healthy environment in Michigan.

The bill proposes adding a section to the Michigan state constitution, recognizing an inherent and inalienable right to a clean and healthy environment for all people. It mandates the state to protect these rights equitably for all individuals, regardless of race, ethnicity, socioeconomics, or geography. The state is tasked with conserving, protecting, and maintaining natural resources for the benefit of present and future generations.

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Current
Natural Resources And Agriculture Committee
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Committee decision

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History

Apr 22

Senate

Introduced By Senator Sue Shink

Apr 22

Senate

Referred To Committee On Natural Resources And Agriculture