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MI HR0130
MI HR0130A resolution to declare June 12, 2025, as Black Men Awareness Day in the state of Michigan.
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Introduced
06/12/2025
06/12/2025
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
06/12/2025
06/12/2025
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
06/12/2025
06/12/2025
Introduced Session
103rd Legislature
Bill Summary
A resolution to declare June 12, 2025, as Black Men Awareness Day in the state of Michigan.
AI Summary
This resolution formally declares June 12, 2025, as Black Men Awareness Day in Michigan, acknowledging the significant historical and contemporary contributions of Black men to the United States. The resolution highlights the foundational role Black men have played in shaping the nation's history, culture, and progress, despite facing generations of discrimination and social exclusion. It recognizes Black men's resilience and leadership across various fields, including education, business, science, arts, sports, public service, and community activism. The resolution pays tribute to historical figures like Frederick Douglass and Malcolm X, as well as modern-day leaders, fathers, educators, and mentors who continue to fight for dignity, opportunity, and human rights. By establishing this awareness day, the Michigan House of Representatives seeks to celebrate Black men's courage, brilliance, and invaluable contributions to their communities, state, and nation, while also drawing attention to their ongoing efforts to uplift families and generations.
Sponsors (43)
Helena Scott (D)*,
Joey Andrews (D),
Julie Brixie (D),
Erin Byrnes (D),
Brenda Carter (D),
Tyrone Carter (D),
Betsy Coffia (D),
Emily Dievendorf (D),
Alabas Farhat (D),
John Fitzgerald (D),
Morgan Foreman (D),
Carol Glanville (D),
Kristian Grant (D),
Peter Herzberg (D),
Kara Hope (D),
Jason Hoskins (D),
Matt Koleszar (D),
Matt Longjohn (D),
Sharon MacDonell (D),
Jaz Martus (D),
Mike McFall (D),
Donavan McKinney (D),
Denise Mentzer (D),
Reggie Miller (D),
Jason Morgan (D),
Tonya Myers Phillips (D),
Cynthia Neeley (D),
Amos O'Neal (D),
Veronica Paiz (D),
Laurie Pohutsky (D),
Natalie Price (D),
Carrie Rheingans (D),
Phil Skaggs (D),
Will Snyder (D),
Joseph Tate (D),
Penelope Tsernoglou (D),
Dylan Wegela (D),
Regina Weiss (D),
Jimmie Wilson (D),
Angela Witwer (D),
Stephen Wooden (D),
Mai Xiong (D),
Stephanie Young (D),
Last Action
Adopted (on 06/12/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://legislature.mi.gov/Bills/Bill?ObjectName=2025-HR-0130 |
| BillText | https://legislature.mi.gov/documents/2025-2026/resolutionadopted/House/htm/2025-HAR-0130.htm |
| BillText | https://legislature.mi.gov/documents/2025-2026/resolutionintroduced/House/htm/2025-HIR-0130.htm |
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