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MI HR0265
Resolution
Status
Passed
5/22/2024
Primary Sponsor
Betsy Coffia
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AI Summary
- Declares May 22, 2024, as Cherry Industry Day in Michigan to honor the state's cherry industry and heritage
- Recognizes Michigan as the nation's number one cherry producing state and the unofficial Cherry Capital of the World, producing approximately 75% of the nation's 250 million pounds of annual tart cherry harvest
- Acknowledges the National Cherry Festival held each July in Traverse City, which attracts over 500,000 visitors and evolved from the "Blessing of the Blossoms Festival" first held on May 22, 1926
- Highlights health benefits of cherries, including antioxidants, melatonin, vitamin A, and beta-carotene that may help prevent disease and age-related brain deterioration
- Notes the Cherry Marketing Institute's role since 1988 in promoting cherry consumption through marketing, product development, and research funded by U.S. tart cherry growers
Legislative Description
A resolution to declare May 22, 2024, as Cherry Industry Day in the state of Michigan.
Last Action
Adopted
5/22/2024
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