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MI SR0182
Resolution
AI Summary
- Declares September 29 - October 5, 2014, as French-Canadian Heritage Week in Michigan
- Recognizes French exploration in the Great Lakes region beginning with Étienne Brûlé in the early 17th century
- Acknowledges early French-Canadian settlements including Sault Ste. Marie, Detroit, Monroe, and St. Ignace, and later communities like Cheboygan, Alpena, and Marquette during the 19th century lumbering era
- Notes that over 150,000 Michigan residents claim French-Canadian heritage and that Michigan maintains ongoing trade, tourism, and cultural ties to Canada
- Invites members of the Michigan Senate to join French-Canadian ancestry communities in celebrating their heritage and contributions to the state on October 3, 2014
Legislative Description
A resolution to declare September 29 - October 5, 2014, as French-Canadian Heritage Week in the state of Michigan.
French-Canadian Heritage Week
Last Action
Adopted
10/1/2014
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