Maddy summarySenate Resolution 35 recognizes April 23-24, 2025, as Holocaust Remembrance Day. This resolution encourages the citizens of Michigan to reflect on this historical event and strive to overcome hatred and intolerance through learning and remembrance.
Maddy summarySenate Resolution 36 officially recognizes April 28, 2025, as Workers’ Memorial Day in Michigan. The resolution pays tribute to workers who have been injured, disabled, or died due to workplace accidents, both in Michigan and globally. It also urges all citizens to honor the contributions of Michigan's workforce and call for increased workplace safety standards.
Maddy summarySenate Resolution 33 is a commemorative resolution that honors Ronald Olson upon his retirement as the Chief of Parks and Recreation at the Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR). The resolution acknowledges his two decades of service and contributions to Michigan's state parks, recreation system, and trail development.
Maddy summarySenate Resolution 32 designates April 2025 as Autism Acceptance Month. This resolution aims to promote understanding, acceptance, and inclusion of individuals on the autism spectrum within the community.
Maddy summarySenate Resolution 30 designates May 4-10, 2025, as Tardive Dyskinesia Awareness Week. This resolution aims to raise public awareness about Tardive Dyskinesia (TD), a condition causing uncontrollable movements, and encourages individuals experiencing symptoms to consult their healthcare providers.
Maddy summarySenate Resolution 29 designates April 20-26, 2025, as Infertility Awareness Week. This resolution aims to raise awareness about infertility and its impact on individuals and couples.
Maddy summarySenate Resolution 31 designates April 2025 as Limb Loss and Limb Difference Awareness Month. This resolution aims to raise awareness about the millions of Americans living with limb loss and limb difference, including those born with congenital differences and those who experience amputations due to various health conditions or accidents.
Maddy summarySenate Resolution 26 designates April 18, 2025, as Lineman Appreciation Day. This resolution aims to recognize the work of linemen in constructing and maintaining energy infrastructure and their role as first responders during emergencies.
Maddy summarySenate Bill 129 amends Michigan's Open Meetings Act to expand the circumstances under which public bodies can hold electronic meetings. Primarily, it allows appointed members of public bodies with disabilities to participate remotely as an accommodation, enabling them to fully engage without disclosing the nature of their disability, provided they are physically in the state. However, this accommodation does not apply to elected members or to state legislative bodies when taking a formal vote. Additionally, the bill permits remote meetings for public bodies managing municipal public employee retirement systems and joint agencies formed under the Michigan energy employment act.
Maddy summarySenate Resolution 24 designates April 11-17, 2025, as Black Maternal Health Week. This resolution formally commemorates the week to raise awareness about the disparities in maternal health outcomes affecting Black mothers.
