MI HR0267

Designates May 23, 2024, as Stop the Bleed Day in Michigan to raise awareness about bleeding control measures and traumatic injury prevention.

Notes that more than 240,000 people die annually from traumatic injuries, with the most preventable cause being excessive blood loss before emergency responders arrive.

Emphasizes that trauma is the leading cause of death for individuals under 44 and the third leading cause overall in the United States.

Highlights that bleeding control using tourniquets or direct pressure can be performed by trained bystanders, with military experience demonstrating reduced hemorrhage death rates.

Calls for Michigan citizens to participate in Stop the Bleed training and encourages public places including schools, churches, and businesses to equip bleeding control kits.