WHEREAS, on February 28, 2003, the Governor’s Chronic Wasting Disease Task Force (“Task Force”) was established by Executive Order 2003-5;

WHEREAS, in conducting its work the Task Force continues to be presented with a wealth of information and testimony, including testimony from nationally-recognized experts on the prevention of Chronic Wasting Disease;

WHEREAS, the goals of the Task Force can best be achieved by changing the reporting deadline for the Task Force;

NOW, THEREFORE, I, Jennifer M. Granholm, Governor of the State of Michigan, pursuant to the powers vested in the Governor by the Michigan Constitution of 1963 and Michigan law, order that Section II.B Executive Order 2003-5 be amended to read as follows:

“The Task Force shall complete its work and issue a final report and recommendations, including any proposed legislation, to the Governor by Wednesday, October 15, 2003.”

This Order is effective upon filing.

Given under my hand and the Great Seal of the State of Michigan this 15th day of September, 2003

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Jennifer M. Granholm
GOVERNOR

BY THE GOVERNOR:

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SECRETARY OF STATE