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MI HR0110
Resolution
Status
5/21/2025
Primary Sponsor
Betsy Coffia
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AI Summary
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Declares May 21, 2025, as Cherry Industry Day in Michigan
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Recognizes Michigan as the nation's top cherry-producing state, producing 75% of the country's tart cherry crop (approximately 187.5 million of 250 million pounds harvested annually)
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Commemorates the date of the first "Blessing of the Blossoms Festival" held on May 21, 1926, which later evolved into the National Cherry Festival in Traverse City
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Highlights the health benefits of cherries, including antioxidants that may help fight cancer, heart disease, arthritis pain, and brain deterioration associated with aging
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Acknowledges the National Cherry Festival as the world's largest cherry celebration, attracting more than 500,000 visitors annually to Traverse City
Legislative Description
A resolution to declare May 21, 2025, as Cherry Industry Day in the state of Michigan.
Last Action
Adopted
5/21/2025