Summary — H.R. 189: A Resolution Commemorating the Detroit Red Wings on Their 100th Season
Status: Adopted
Introduced: January 3, 2025
Primary sponsors / supporters: Multiple state House members (see “Sponsors” below).
Classification: House resolution (ceremonial)
Purpose
H.R. 189 is a non‑binding ceremonial resolution that formally commemorates the Detroit Red Wings on the occasion of the franchise’s 100th season. It recognizes the team’s history, on‑ice accomplishments, cultural significance to Detroit and Michigan, and community service through the Detroit Red Wings Foundation.
Key provisions
- Recites the team’s historical background: founded in 1926 (originally the Detroit Cougars, later Detroit Falcons, adopting “Red Wings” in 1932) and the symbolic meaning of the winged‑wheel logo.
- Highlights major accomplishments, including:
- 11 Stanley Cup championships (1936, 1937, 1943, 1950, 1952, 1954, 1955, 1997, 1998, 2002, 2008)
- More than 3,000 franchise wins
- A record 25 consecutive playoff appearances
- More than 1,000 players who have worn the winged wheel and 83 inductees associated with the franchise in the Hockey Hall of Fame
- Recognizes the team’s community and philanthropic work, particularly programs run or supported by the Detroit Red Wings Foundation that foster youth development and strengthen local communities.
- Directs that copies of the resolution be transmitted to the Detroit Red Wings organization as a formal token of esteem.
Who is affected / impact
- Primary effect is symbolic and honorary: the resolution publicly honors the team, its players, staff, and fans.
- It has no regulatory, fiscal, or legal impacts on the franchise, state agencies, or private parties.
- Provides formal recognition that can be used for public relations, commemorative events, or historical record.
Procedural history (selected)
- Introduced: January 3, 2025.
- Considered under suspension of the rules and debated in the House (40 minutes reported).
- Passed/Adopted by the House (rules suspended and adopted — record entries include January–February 2025 activity).
- Copies transmitted to the Detroit Red Wings organization (House clerk action dated May 23, 2025).
Sponsors
Sponsors and numerous co‑sponsors include (selection): Reps. Robinson, DeBoyer, Maddock, Aragona, McKinney, Schuette, Slagh, Tate, Fitzgerald, Green, Wozniak, Kelly, St. Germaine, BeGole, Markkanen, Fairbairn, Prestin, Steele, Tisdel, Beson, Woolford, Posthumus, Rigas, Mentzer, Greene, Kuhn, Morgan, Steckloff, Harris, Frisbie, Linting, Kunse, Roth, Farhat, Breen, Fox, Glanville, Lightner, Miller, Paiz, Paquette, Rheingans, Rogers, Skaggs, Witwer, Wooden, and others. (The filing shows many additional co‑sponsors.)
Legal effect
H.R. 189 is a ceremonial resolution. It does not create rights, obligations, new programs, or appropriate funds. Its effect is to express the legislative body’s official recognition and appreciation of the Detroit Red Wings on the franchise’s centennial season.
