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HR 42

A resolution to declare March 2025 as Disability Awareness Month in the state of Michigan.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Carol Glanville and 6 co-sponsors

Designates March 2025 as Disability Awareness Month in Michigan to raise awareness and promote inclusion for people with disabilities; symbolic, no new funds.

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Bill Summary · HR 42

Summary — Michigan House Resolution No. 42 (HR 42)

Title: A resolution to declare March 2025 as Disability Awareness Month in the state of Michigan
Status: Adopted (House resolution)
Primary sponsor / introducer: Representative Sharon MacDonell (with co-sponsors Reps. Glanville, Paiz, Rogers, Snyder, Witwer, and Wooden)

Purpose / Intent

HR 42 is a ceremonial resolution designating March 2025 as “Disability Awareness Month” in Michigan. Its stated aims are to recognize and celebrate the contributions of people with disabilities, raise public awareness about accessibility and barriers, underscore the importance of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and encourage continued efforts to expand equal opportunities in employment, education, health care, and community life.

Key provisions

  • Officially declares March 2025 as Disability Awareness Month in the State of Michigan.
  • Notes data sources (e.g., U.S. Census Bureau) and affirms the state’s commitment to fostering inclusion, accessibility, and advocacy for people with disabilities.
  • Recognizes the role of the ADA in advancing independence and participation for people with disabilities.
  • Encourages citizens, businesses, schools, institutions, and state actors to increase accessibility and awareness and to support disability rights and advocacy organizations.
  • Commends advocates, caregivers, and organizations that support and empower individuals with disabilities.

Who or what is affected

  • Directly: Residents of Michigan with disabilities (recognition and symbolic support).
  • Indirectly: Employers, schools, healthcare providers, community organizations, and state/local agencies — all are encouraged (but not required) to take steps toward improved accessibility and inclusion.
  • The resolution does not create new rights, programs, or funding streams.

Procedural / timeline notes

  • Introduced in the Michigan House (filed and introduced in March 2025).
  • Adopted by the Michigan House (document shows adoption dated March 13, 2025).
  • Classified as a resolution (non‑binding/ceremonial) rather than statute; procedural entries show it was placed on calendars and reported/enrolled afterward.

Impact and limitations

  • Primary effect is symbolic: it raises awareness and signals legislative support for disability inclusion in Michigan.
  • The resolution does not appropriate funds, modify statute, or impose regulatory requirements. Any follow‑on policies, programs, or funding to expand services or accessibility would require separate legislation or administrative action.

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

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