Senator Casperson offered the following resolution:

            Senate Resolution No. 172.

A resolution to recognize June 9, 2018, as Off-Road Vehicle (ORV) Rider Recognition Day.

Whereas, Michigan is recognized as the trail state with 4,000 miles of designated ORV trails; and

Whereas, Michigan has over 230,000 licensed riders using these trails; and

Whereas, June 9-10, 2018, is Michigan’s ORV Free Riding Weekend; and

Whereas, It is recognized how important this recreational sport is to our tourist economy; and

Whereas, The users, local trail sponsors, and their many volunteer hours of our trail system should be recognized for their service; and

Whereas, This day will encourage safe riding while practicing "Tread Lightly!" riding; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the Senate, That we recognize June 9, 2018, as Off-Road Vehicle (ORV) Rider Recognition Day; and be it further

Resolved, That we recognize the importance of off-road recreation in the state of Michigan and the large economic impact it has, as well as increasing awareness for safety and environmentally friendly practices.