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.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jul 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
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
Introduced
introduced by Representative Rep. Jason Woolford
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Jason Woolford
RRepublican
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