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114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by William Lamberth

Designates May 21, 2025 as Cherry Industry Day to celebrate Michigan's cherry industry and boost awareness and tourism; ceremonial, with no new laws or funding.

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Bill Summary · HR 110

Summary — House Resolution 110 (Michigan): “Cherry Industry Day”

Status: Adopted (ceremonial resolution)

Main purpose

HR 110 designates May 21, 2025, as “Cherry Industry Day” in the state of Michigan and formally recognizes the importance of Michigan’s cherry industry, its history (including the origins of the National Cherry Festival), and the economic, cultural, and health benefits associated with cherries.

Key provisions and findings

  • Formally commemorates May 21, 2025, as Cherry Industry Day in Michigan.
  • Makes legislative findings that:
    • Michigan is the nation’s leading cherry-producing state and is widely considered the “Cherry Capitol of the World.”
    • The National Cherry Festival in Traverse City is the world’s largest cherry celebration, attracting more than 500,000 visitors each July.
    • The first “Blessing of the Blossoms Festival” was held on May 21, 1926, and evolved into today’s National Cherry Festival.
    • The United States produces over 610 million pounds of sweet and tart cherries annually; approximately 250 million pounds are tart cherries, with roughly 75% of those produced in Michigan.
    • Cherries — especially tart cherries — contain antioxidants (including melatonin), vitamin A and beta-carotene, and may confer health benefits (e.g., reducing inflammation, supporting sleep, and potential protection against certain age-related conditions).
    • Michigan growers, processors, researchers and industry partnerships support innovation, sustainability, and regional economic activity centered on the cherry harvest.

Who is affected / who benefits

  • The resolution is ceremonial and does not create regulatory or funding obligations.
  • Intended beneficiaries in terms of recognition and promotion include:
    • Michigan cherry growers, processors, merchants, and related agribusinesses.
    • The Grand Traverse region and Traverse City tourism and hospitality sectors (including the National Cherry Festival).
    • Public awareness of the health and economic importance of cherries in Michigan.

Legislative and procedural notes

  • Introduced in the Michigan House on May 21, 2025 by Rep. Betsy Coffia (with multiple co-sponsors named in the resolution).
  • Placed on the Congratulatory & Memorial Resolutions Calendar and adopted by the House; legislative records also show adoption activity recorded September 2, 2025 and enrollment/processing steps completed.
  • Classified as a House resolution — ceremonial in nature. No appropriations, regulatory changes, or legal mandates result from adoption.
  • Related measure: HCR 114 (companion).

Effect

  • Symbolic recognition intended to promote Michigan’s cherry industry, support local tourism and marketing, and honor the historical and economic role of cherries in the state. No direct budgetary or regulatory impact.

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

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