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MI HR0064

Resolution

Status

Passed

4/17/2025

Primary Sponsor

David Martin

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Origin

House of Representatives

103rd Legislature

AI Summary

  • Declares April 19, 2025, as Patriots' Day in Michigan to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the Battles of Lexington and Concord in 1775

  • Recognizes the "shot heard around the world" when colonial militias confronted British troops attempting to confiscate local munitions

  • Notes that six other states (Connecticut, Florida, Massachusetts, Maine, North Dakota, and Wisconsin) already observe Patriots' Day annually on April 19th

  • Distinguishes Patriots' Day from July 4th celebrations by emphasizing remembrance of the eight-year Revolutionary War struggle

  • Directs a copy of the resolution to be sent to the Michigan Society, Sons of the American Revolution

Legislative Description

A resolution to declare April 19, 2025, as Patriots’ Day in the state of Michigan.

Last Action

Adopted

4/17/2025

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