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HR 86

A resolution to declare May 5-9, 2025, as Teacher Appreciation Week in the state of Michigan.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Kelly Breen and 29 co-sponsors

Designates May 5–9, 2025 as Michigan Teacher Appreciation Week to honor educators; ceremonial recognition with no new rights, duties, or funding.

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Bill Summary · HR 86

Summary — Michigan House Resolution (HR 86): Teacher Appreciation Week (May 5–9, 2025)

Status: Adopted (honorary resolution)
Classification: House Resolution
Effective date (observance): May 5–9, 2025

Purpose and intent

HR 86 formally declares the week of May 5–9, 2025, as “Teacher Appreciation Week” in the State of Michigan. The resolution recognizes the professional contributions of teachers and encourages citizens to thank and acknowledge educators for their service to students, schools, and communities.

Key provisions

  • Declares May 5–9, 2025, as Teacher Appreciation Week in Michigan.
  • Expresses the Legislature’s findings that:
    • A strong education system is essential to a healthy democracy.
    • Teachers play a foundational role in student development, community well‑being, and the state’s progress.
    • Teachers contribute time and effort beyond classroom hours and adapt to changing educational needs.
  • Encourages parents, students, public officials, and citizens to recognize and thank teachers for their dedication.
  • Does not create new rights, duties, or funding; it is a non‑binding, ceremonial recognition.

Who is affected

  • Primary beneficiaries: public and private K–12 teachers and school staff across Michigan (symbolic recognition).
  • Secondary: students, parents, school communities, and local education stakeholders who may participate in observances or appreciation activities.
  • Fiscal or regulatory impact: none — the resolution does not appropriate funds, impose mandates, or change law; it is declaratory and ceremonial.

Procedural timeline / legislative actions

  • Introduced and sponsored by Representative Regina Weiss (with a broad list of co‑sponsors in the House resolution text).
  • Read, amended, and adopted by the Michigan House (roll call yeas 94, nays 0) on April 29, 2025.
  • Enrolled and signed by the Speaker of the House on April 30, 2025.
  • Presented to the Secretary of State on May 5, 2025.
  • Final status: adopted; resolution is ceremonial and intended to prompt public recognition and local observances during the specified week.

Related legislation

  • HCR 90 (listed as a companion in the provided materials)

Note: HR 86 is an honorary resolution recognizing educators’ service. It does not establish programs, appropriate funds, or alter statutory obligations.

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

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