HR 49 Michigan House · 2025-2026 Regular Session

A resolution to declare March 21, 2025, as Abolitionist Day in the state of Michigan.

This resolution designates March 21, 2025, as "Abolitionist Day" in Michigan to honor the state's history in the anti-slavery movement. It specifically recognizes Laura Smith Haviland, an Adrian, Michigan abolitionist who aided freedom seekers via the Underground Railroad and was inducted into the National Abolition Hall of Fame. The resolution has no policy or funding impact - it is purely commemorative. It directly affects Michigan residents by establishing an official state observance day. The resolution was introduced and adopted by the Michigan House on March 20, 2025.

Bill status passed 3 of 5 stages cleared

Introduction

Mar 2025

Committee Review

House Passage

Mar 2025

Senate Passage

Governor

Introduced Mar 20, 2025 Last action Mar 20, 2025

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House Introduced Resolution → House Adopted Resolution · 2 edits

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The bill text was reformatted with improved line breaks and spacing, while adding three new sponsors (Breen, Dievendorf, and Rheingans) to the list of representatives supporting the resolution. The substantive content of the resolution, including the declaration of Abolitionist Day and the historical context about Laura Smith Haviland, remains unchanged.

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Three additional representatives (Breen, Dievendorf, and Rheingans) were added to the list of sponsors supporting the resolution.

Line breaks and spacing were adjusted throughout the document for improved formatting and readability.

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

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Committee

Mar 20, 2025

Lower · Passed

adopted

lower

Mar 20, 2025

Introduced

introduced by Representative Rep. Helena Scott

lower

1 primary · 45 co-sponsors