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MI HR0335

Resolution

Official Source

Status

Passed

9/28/2022

Primary Sponsor

Matt Koleszar

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Origin

House of Representatives

101st Legislature

AI Summary

  • Declares September 2022 as Deaf Awareness Month in Michigan to commemorate the first congress of the World Federation of the Deaf held in September 1951
  • Recognizes that at least 7.4 percent of Michigan's population identifies as deaf, deafblind, or hard of hearing according to the Michigan Division on Deaf, Deafblind, and Hard of Hearing
  • Acknowledges the diverse heritage, language, culture, and contributions of Michigan's deaf community and the importance of equal access to benefits and opportunities
  • Aims to increase public awareness of deaf culture and issues, promote equal access to information and services, and educate the public about misconceptions regarding deafness

Legislative Description

A resolution to declare September 2022 as Deaf Awareness Month in the state of Michigan.

Last Action

Adopted

9/28/2022

Committee Referrals

Government Operations9/21/2022

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