MI HR0255

Declares May 2024 as Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month in Michigan

Recognizes that Michigan is home to more than 420,000 AANHPI residents, representing the largest-growing population in the state according to the last U.S. Census with 39% growth since 2012

Acknowledges AANHPI contributions to Michigan across arts, sciences, business, education, philanthropy, and healthcare, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic

Calls attention to historical and ongoing discrimination against AANHPI communities, including violence, immigration restrictions, and recent increases in anti-Asian hate crimes, emphasizing the need to confront racism and ensure safety and inclusion

Encourages all Michigan citizens to celebrate the contributions of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders to the state and nation