Legislation that could eliminate the need for state park and boating access site motor vehicle permits in Michigan appears stalled. Michigan is trying to adopt a program – the Recreation Passport Proposal – that has worked very well in other states such as a very successful Montana program. Find out more at Citizens for Michigan State Parks on the Recreation Passport Proposal. GreatLakesBass.com supports user pay systems, but there is no doubt our state lands owned by everyone need more help. Please consider supporting the bills.
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