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HR 327

A resolution to declare June 2026 as Dairy Month in the state of Michigan.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Greg Alexander and 68 co-sponsors

Declares June 2026 in Michigan as Dairy Month to recognize the dairy industry’s economic, nutritional, and cultural importance without new programs or funding.

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Bill Summary · HR 327

Overview

  • Bill: House Resolution No. 327 (HR 327)
  • Session/Jurisdiction: Michigan, 2025-2026
  • Purpose: Officially declare June 2026 as Dairy Month in the state of Michigan.

Main purpose and intent

  • To recognize and celebrate Michigan’s dairy industry as a major economic and cultural component of the state.
  • To highlight the contributions of dairy farmers and processors to Michigan’s economy, employment, nutrition, and food security.
  • To align with the broader national observance of National Dairy Month in June and promote awareness of dairy’s role in healthy eating.

Key provisions and changes

  • Formal declaration: The Michigan House of Representatives declares June 2026 as Dairy Month in Michigan.
  • Rationale cited:
    • Economic significance: Michigan’s dairy sector has an annual economic impact of over $8 billion and supports nearly 111,000 jobs.
    • Industry scope: Michigan has 805 permitted dairy farms and about 460,000 dairy cows (producing 12 billion pounds of milk in 2023; Michigan ranks high nationally in milk production and per-cow yield).
    • Nutritional and technological diversity: Dairy production ranges from large automated processors to small on-farm producers; dairy products contribute to calcium, vitamin D, potassium intake, and are linked to healthier dietary patterns.
  • No new mandates or funding: The resolution does not institute new programs, funding, or regulatory changes; it serves as a formal expression of state recognition and encouragement.

Who/what would be affected

  • Primary beneficiaries: Michigan dairy farmers, processors, and associated dairy businesses, as well as Michigan residents who benefit from locally produced dairy products.
  • Broader impact: Public awareness and recognition of the dairy industry within the state, potentially encouraging consumer engagement and understanding of dairy’s economic and nutritional value.

Procedural and timeline aspects

  • Introduction and adoption:
    • Introduced and adopted on June 3, 2026.
  • Legislative nature:
    • As a resolution, it expresses the sentiment of the House rather than creating enforceable law or programmatic changes.
  • Next steps:
    • May be used in communications, official state materials, and public-facing statements during Dairy Month, without imposing obligations on state agencies or the public.

Potential impacts to monitor

  • Public messaging around dairy nutrition and health in Michigan.
  • Any downstream advocacy or educational events tied to Dairy Month by agricultural groups or the state, leveraging the resolution for awareness.
  • Indirect economic and branding effects through increased attention to Michigan’s dairy sector.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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