PURPLE HEART TRAIL MEMORIAL HIGHWAY                                                      H.B. 5622:

                                                                               SUMMARY OF HOUSE-PASSED BILL

                                                                                                         IN COMMITTEE

House Bill 5622 (as passed by the House)

Sponsor:  Representative John Reilly

House Committee:  Transportation and Infrastructure

Senate Committee:  Transportation

Date Completed:  11-19-18

CONTENT

The bill would amend the Michigan Memorial Highway Act to designate the portion of Highway M-15 within the Village of Ortonville as the "Purple Heart Trail".

The bill would take effect 90 days after its enactment.

Proposed MCL 250.1020a                                                                                          

BACKGROUND

According to the United States Department of Defense, the Purple Heart is America's oldest military award. It is presented to soldiers who are wounded by enemy combatants. The award originated as a merit badge given to soldiers by George Washington that recognized their heroic deeds. Its modern design was created by Elizabeth Will and features a profile image of Washington.

Legislative Analyst:  Drew Krogulecki

FISCAL IMPACT

The bill would have no fiscal impact on State or local government.

                                                                                  Fiscal Analyst:  Michael Siracuse

This analysis was prepared by nonpartisan Senate staff for use by the Senate in its deliberations and does not constitute an official statement of legislative intent.