HR 208 Michigan House · 2025-2026 Regular Session

A resolution to declare November 7, 2025, as Victims of Communism Day in the state of Michigan.

This resolution designates November 7, 2025, as "Victims of Communism Day" in Michigan. It encourages Michiganders to observe the day with educational activities and ceremonies honoring those who suffered under communist regimes globally, citing historical death tolls from sources like *The Black Book of Communism*. The resolution specifically references Michigan's connection to communities of immigrants who fled communist oppression. As a ceremonial resolution (not a binding law), it has no direct legal effect on individuals or policies. It was introduced and adopted by the Michigan House of Representatives on November 6, 2025.

Bill status passed 3 of 5 stages cleared

Introduction

Nov 2025

Committee Review

House Passage

Nov 2025

Senate Passage

Governor

Introduced Nov 6, 2025 Last action Nov 6, 2025

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MINOR

The bill was amended to add three new sponsors (Arbit, Kelly, and Xiong) to the list of original proposers. The substantive content of the resolution remains unchanged, including the declaration of November 7, 2025, as Victims of Communism Day and the historical context provided in the where clauses.

TECHNICAL

Added three new sponsors (Arbit, Kelly, and Xiong) to the list of representatives offering the resolution, expanding the coalition of legislators supporting the bill.

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This bill passed the House by voice vote (no roll call recorded).

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Committee

Nov 6, 2025

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adopted

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Nov 6, 2025

Introduced

introduced by Representative Rep. James DeSana

lower

1 primary · 6 co-sponsors