2008 House Bill 6367

Authorize “buy Michigan food” campaign

Introduced in the House

Aug. 13, 2008

Introduced by Rep. Kathy Angerer (D-55)

To allow, but not require, the state Department of Agriculture to develop logos, point-of-purchase signs, stickers, posters, banners, and display cards that increase awareness of Michigan-grown, processed, and manufactured farm products.

Referred to the Committee on Agriculture

Sept. 10, 2008

Reported without amendment

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

Sept. 16, 2008

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

Passed in the House 101 to 5 (details)

Received in the Senate

Sept. 18, 2008

Referred to the Committee on Agriculture and Bioeconomy