Michigan § 247.954 - Pure Michigan byways; establishment; considerations; designation; trademark license; action by local government.
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§ 247.954. Pure Michigan byways; establishment; considerations; designation; trademark license; action by local government.
In establishing Pure Michigan byways, the department shall consider the concept of the complete highway, which is a highway incorporating not only safety, utility, and economy but also beauty. The department shall also consider that in a complete highway pleasing appearance is a consideration in the planning and design process. The department may designate portions of a road as a Pure Michigan byway, if the department obtains a trademark license from the Michigan economic development corporation for the use of the words "Pure Michigan". Local governmental agencies shall take any action necessary to protect the integrity of a designated route as stipulated in the uniform criteria developed for the identification of Pure Michigan byways by the department.
Source: official Michigan text · Last verified 2026-08-27
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What does Michigan Compiled Laws § 247.954 cover?
Section 247.954 ("Pure Michigan byways; establishment; considerations; designation; trademark license; action by local government.") is part of the Michigan Compiled Laws, the codified statutory law of Michigan. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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