HB 4744 Michigan House · 2025-2026 Regular Session

State: symbol; Vernors; designate as the official state beverage. Creates new act.

HB 4744 designates Vernors (a ginger ale soft drink) as Michigan's official state beverage. The bill formally recognizes Vernors in a symbolic capacity for the state, without altering any existing laws or regulations. It would take effect 90 days after enactment, creating a new state law for ceremonial purposes only. This designation has no practical impact on citizens, businesses, or state operations.
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Jul 2025
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Introduced Jul 22, 2025 Last action Jul 23, 2025
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Jul 22, 2025
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referred to Committee on Government Operations
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Jul 22, 2025
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introduced by Representative Rep. Jason Woolford
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Jason Woolford
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