Plain English Breakdown
The bill status shows it passed both chambers but was held under submission; however, the summary uses 'would' indicating future action contingent on funding and final enactment.
Huron Hawk Conservancy
This bill would create a new group called the Huron Hawk Conservancy to manage land and protect nature in the Huron Hawk area, but only if lawmakers approve funding.
What This Bill Does
- Would establish the Huron Hawk Conservancy inside the Natural Resources Agency for specific purposes related to the Huron Hawk area.
- Allows the conservancy to buy and manage public lands for recreation, open space, wildlife habitat protection, restoration, and educational uses.
- Requires a board of directors to run the group, with some members appointed by local agencies.
- Creates the Huron Hawk Conservancy Fund where money from member agencies or donations must be stored.
- Makes funds available for spending only after the Legislature approves an appropriation.
Who It Names or Affects
- The Natural Resources Agency
- Local agencies that appoint board members and may have new duties
- Public agencies, private groups, or individuals donating to the conservancy
Terms To Know
- Conservancy
- A group created by law to acquire, manage, and conserve lands.
- Appropriation
- When the Legislature officially agrees to spend money from a fund.
- State-mandated local program
- A new duty that state law requires local agencies to do, which may cost them money.
Limits and Unknowns
- The conservancy cannot be established or spend money until the Legislature approves funding or a bond.
- It is not yet known if the Commission on State Mandates will decide that this bill costs local agencies extra money requiring state reimbursement.