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SR 47

A resolution to recognize May 1-7, 2023, as Correctional Officers Week.

2023-2024 Regular Session Introduced by Sarah Anthony and 11 co-sponsors

Michigan Senate proclaims May 1–7, 2023 as Correctional Officers Week, thanking state correctional officers for their service and sacrifice; ceremonial, nonbinding, no funds.

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Bill Summary · SR 47

Summary — SR 47: Recognition of Correctional Officers Week (May 1–7, 2023)

Status: Adopted (Senate resolution)
Classification: Ceremonial resolution (non‑binding)

Purpose / Intent

SR 47 is a ceremonial Senate resolution recognizing May 1–7, 2023, as Correctional Officers Week in Michigan. Its stated purpose is to honor and thank correctional officers who serve in Michigan’s correctional facilities for their professional service, training, and role in protecting public safety.

Key provisions

  • Formally proclaims May 1–7, 2023, as Correctional Officers Week in the Michigan Senate.
  • Expresses appreciation for correctional officers’ dedication, training, and service in often challenging, intimidating, or hostile environments.
  • Joins with the Michigan Department of Corrections and the Michigan Corrections Organization in recognizing every correctional officer serving in the state.
  • Offers thanks for the role these officers play in protecting Michigan residents.

Note: The resolution is symbolic and does not create legal rights, impose requirements, or appropriate funds.

Who is affected

  • Primary subjects: correctional officers employed in Michigan (state correctional facilities).
  • Related organizations acknowledged: Michigan Department of Corrections and the Michigan Corrections Organization.
  • General public: the resolution publicly recognizes the profession and encourages statewide appreciation.

Procedural/timeline information

  • Text and sponsors appear in documents offered and adopted by Michigan senators (sponsoring senators include Shink, Cherry, Anthony, Santana, Klinefelt, Irwin, Chang, Hertel, McDonald Rivet, Outman, McBroom, and Geiss).
  • Adopted by the Michigan Senate on May 4, 2023 (enrolled resolution language indicates adoption on that date).
  • As a resolution, it was acted on by the Senate and entered the legislative record; no implementation or administrative steps are required.

Additional notes

  • Ceremonial resolutions like SR 47 are routinely used to commemorate events, professions, or individuals; they carry no binding legal effect or budgetary impact.
  • The package of documents provided contained several unrelated “SR 47” items from other states and on other topics; this summary focuses specifically on the Michigan SR 47 that recognizes Correctional Officers Week.

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

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