Bill Text: MI HR0176 | 2013-2014 | 97th Legislature | Enrolled
Bill Title: A resolution to declare June 2013 as Internet Safety Month in the state of Michigan.
Spectrum: Bipartisan Bill
Status: (Passed) 2013-06-13 - Adopted [HR0176 Detail]
Download: Michigan-2013-HR0176-Enrolled.html
Reps. Lyons, Brown, Crawford, Darany, Durhal, Heise, Hooker, Kelly, Price, Singh, Slavens and Talabi offered the following resolution:
House Resolution No. 176.
A resolution to declare June 2013 as Internet Safety Month in the state of Michigan.
Whereas, We recognize that Internet Safety Month provides Michigan residents with an opportunity to learn more about the dangers of the Internet and the importance of being safe and responsible online. We recognize this month of awareness here in Michigan as well as nationally; and
Whereas, We commend and recognize state and community organizations for promoting awareness of the dangers of the Internet and providing information and training that develops critical thinking and decision-making skills that are needed to use the Internet safely. We call on Internet safety organizations, law enforcement, educators, community leaders, parents, and volunteers to increase their efforts to raise the level of awareness for the need for online safety in the United States; and
Whereas, The Michigan Child Protection Registry honors Internet Safety Month by reminding parents that when they sign up for this registry, they can block adult-oriented advertisements like alcohol, tobacco, pornography, online gambling, and illegal drugs from reaching their family’s email inboxes, cell phones, or instant messenger ID’s; and
Whereas, The Michigan Child Protection Registry was created by the Michigan Legislature in 2004 as a do-not-contact service for Michigan families. The Michigan Child Protection Registry is a free, state administered program that allows Michigan’s families to protect their households from adult-oriented messages; and
Whereas, The Michigan Child Protection Registry is administered by the Michigan Public Service Commission and enforced by the Attorney General’s Office; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the House of Representatives, That the members of this legislative body declare June 2013 as Internet Safety Month in the state of Michigan. We urge all individuals to raise their awareness to ensure that their Internet time is safe and secure all year long.
