Many of us just spent a beautiful Memorial Day weekend in one of our wonderful state parks. For a goodly number of Michiganians (and others from outside our borders), trips to our state parks have been a family tradition for generations.

We have 98 state parks in our state. They encompass almost 300,000 acres and contribute about $650 million to our economy. And they draw between 21-22 million visitors each year. In most economic impact studies, tourism is cited as the #2 or #3 most important industry in Michigan. We must ensure that our state parks are maintained and operated in a way that will continue to attract visitors for decades to come. If you agree, call or email your legislators today and urge their support for Senate Bills 388 and 389 and House Bills 4677 and 4678.

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