Bill > SR0040

This resolution recognizes May 1, 2025, as International Workers' Day, a globally celebrated occasion honoring workers and the labor movement. The resolution highlights the historical significance of the day, tracing its roots to the Haymarket Affair and the ongoing struggle for workers' rights, including better pay, shorter working days, and safer working conditions. It specifically acknowledges Michigan's important role in labor history, referencing the formation of the United Auto Workers in Detroit in 1935 during the Flint Sit-Down Strike and the state's continued leadership in the national labor movement. The resolution aims to recognize the contributions of workers, commemorate their past struggles, and renew efforts to improve workplace standards, safety, and compensation. By adopting this resolution, the Senate seeks to respect and highlight the critical role of Michigan's workforce in the state's economic and social development.

https://legislature.mi.gov/Bills/Bill?ObjectName=2025-SR-0040