2009 House Bill 4199 / Public Act 91

Ban launching boat if aquatic plant is attached

Introduced in the House

Feb. 6, 2009

Introduced by Rep. Michael Lahti (D-110)

To prohibit placing a boat or trailer in the water if an aquatic plant is attached, subject to a civil fine of up to $500.

Referred to the Committee on Natural Resources, Tourism, and Outdoor Recreation

March 18, 2009

Referred to the Committee on Great Lakes and Environment

March 26, 2009

Reported without amendment

With the recommendation that the substitute (H-2) be adopted and that the bill then pass.

April 1, 2009

Substitute offered

To replace the previous version of the bill with one that changes the fine to $100.

The substitute passed by voice vote

Passed in the House 88 to 21 (details)

To prohibit placing a boat or trailer in the water if an aquatic plant is attached, subject to a $100 civil fine.

Received in the Senate

April 2, 2009

Referred to the Committee on Natural Resources and Environmental Affairs

July 22, 2009

Reported without amendment

With the recommendation that the substitute (S-1) be adopted and that the bill then pass.

Aug. 26, 2009

Substitute offered

To replace the previous version of the bill with one that revises details but does not change the substance of the bill as previously described.

The substitute passed by voice vote

Aug. 27, 2009

Passed in the Senate 35 to 0 (details)

To prohibit placing a boat or trailer in the water if an aquatic plant is attached, subject to a $100 civil fine.

Received in the House

Sept. 2, 2009

Sept. 9, 2009

Passed in the House 85 to 22 (details)

Signed by Gov. Jennifer Granholm

Sept. 15, 2009