The bill amends the "Recreational Authorities Act" by updating the terminology and definitions used within the act. It changes the title to the "Recreational and Natural Resources Authority Act" and introduces new definitions, including "Public forest and natural resources area," which encompasses land or water designated for various recreational and conservation purposes. The bill also clarifies the definitions of "participating municipality" and "territory of the authority," ensuring that they reflect the current structure and function of recreational authorities.

Additionally, the bill modifies existing definitions, such as replacing "recreational authority" with "authority" and expanding the scope of what constitutes a "park" to include more diverse recreational activities and areas. It also updates the definition of "public historic farm" to include a broader range of community activities and access to parkland. These changes aim to enhance the effectiveness and clarity of the law governing recreational authorities in Michigan.

Statutes affected:
House Introduced Bill: 123.1131, 123.1133
As Passed by the House: 123.1131, 123.1133