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HR 22

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114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Scott Cepicky

Declares February 2025 as Black History Month in Michigan; a symbolic, non-binding resolution honoring African American contributions and urging education and awareness statewide.

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Bill Summary · HR 22

Summary — HR 22 (House Resolution No. 22)

A resolution to declare February 2025 as Black History Month in the state of Michigan

Purpose and intent

HR 22 is a ceremonial state House resolution designating February 2025 as Black History Month in Michigan. The resolution recognizes the historical origins and national observance of Black History Month, honors contributors to African‑American history and culture, and encourages state residents and organizations to use the month to raise awareness about the history, achievements, and continued pursuit of equality and justice for African Americans.

Key provisions

  • Formally declares February 2025 as Black History Month in the State of Michigan.
  • Recites historical context, including:
    • Origins of the observance (Dr. Carter G. Woodson’s Negro History Week and its expansion to a month).
    • Presidential recognition beginning with Gerald R. Ford in 1976.
    • The role of the civil rights movement and the importance of recognizing African‑American achievements and identities.
  • Expressly:
    • Honors the contributions and sacrifices of African Americans.
    • Recognizes the injustices African Americans have endured.
    • Calls on Michigan communities and organizations to use the month to educate, commemorate milestones, and continue efforts toward equality and justice.

Who is affected

  • This is a non‑binding, symbolic resolution directed at:
    • State government bodies, schools, civic organizations, and the general public in Michigan.
    • African‑American communities (as the subject of recognition) and all residents (as the intended audience for education and commemoration).
  • The resolution does not create new legal obligations, funding, programs, or regulatory changes.

Procedural / timeline aspects

  • Primary sponsor: Representative Amos O’Neal (offered by a group of Representatives).
  • Recorded legislative actions show the resolution was read and adopted by the Michigan House on March 13, 2025, and reported enrolled thereafter. (Document status: adopted.)
  • As a House resolution of recognition, typical next steps are internal distribution and public release; no enactment by the governor or appropriation is required for such ceremonial resolutions.

Impact

  • Symbolic and educational: promotes public recognition and observance of Black History Month across Michigan institutions and communities.
  • No fiscal or regulatory impact — the measure does not authorize spending, create policy, or impose enforcement mechanisms.

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

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