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MI SR0162

Resolution

Status

Passed

5/2/2018

Primary Sponsor

Hoon-Yung Hopgood

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Origin

Senate

99th Legislature

AI Summary

  • Recognizes May 2018 as Asian Pacific American Heritage Month in Michigan
  • Notes that Michigan is home to more than 300,000 residents of Asian and Pacific Island descent, representing the largest growing population in the state according to the 2010 U.S. Census
  • Acknowledges the diverse contributions of Asian Pacific Americans across arts, sciences, business, education, and philanthropy, as well as their historical roles in infrastructure development and military service
  • Recognizes multiple organizations serving Asian Pacific Americans in Michigan, including the Michigan Asian Pacific American Affairs Commission, Asian Pacific American Chamber of Commerce, and Michigan Asian Pacific American Bar Association
  • Encourages all Michigan citizens to celebrate the individual and collective contributions of Asian Pacific Americans to the state and nation

Legislative Description

A resolution recognizing May 2018 as Asian Pacific American Heritage Month.

Asian Pacific American Heritage Month

Last Action

Adopted

5/2/2018

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