DEP. SHERIFF WILLIAM BUTLER JR. MEM. HIGHWAY S.B. 977:
SUMMARY OF INTRODUCED BILL
IN COMMITTEE
Senate Bill 977 (as introduced 8-15-24) (Senate-passed version)
Sponsor: Senator Joseph Bellino, Jr.
Committee: Veterans and Emergency Services
CONTENT
The bill would amend the Michigan Memorial Highway Act to designate the portion of Highway M-34 in Hillsdale County between Pioneer Road and South Pittsford Road as the "Deputy Sheriff William Butler, Jr. Memorial Highway".
BACKGROUND
William Butler, Jr. was an Iraq War veteran who served in Operation Iraqi Freedom. After returning home from the war, he joined the Hillsdale County Sheriff s Office, where he served for 12 years. While assisting another deputy with a traffic stop on June 27, 2024, an assailant produced a firearm and shot Deputy Butler. William Butler, Jr. was transported to the hospital and later passed away from his wounds.
Legislative Analyst: Alex Krabill
FISCAL IMPACT
The bill would have no fiscal impact on State or local government.
This analysis was prepared by nonpartisan Senate staff for use by the Senate in its deliberations and does not constitute an official statement of legislative intent.