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114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Antonio Parkinson

Ceremonial House resolution commemorating the Marine Corps' 250th anniversary, honors Marines (especially Michigan units) and expresses gratitude; no legal or fiscal effect.

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Purpose / Intent

HR 134 is a ceremonial House resolution recognizing and commemorating the 250th anniversary of the United States Marine Corps. It honors the history, traditions, and service of Marines — with specific references to Michigan’s historical contributions and individual Michigan Marines — and expresses the legislature’s gratitude for their service and sacrifice.

Key provisions / What the resolution says

Recognizes the Marine Corps founding date: November 10, 1775 (Tun Tavern, Philadelphia).

Affirms core Marine Corps values and symbols described in the text, including:

Motto: Semper Fidelis (“Always Faithful”).
Nicknames and traditions: “Devil Dog,” “Leatherneck,” “Blood Stripes.”
Historic items: Mameluke swords (officers) and NCO swords.

Highlights the Marine Corps’ record of bravery, sacrifice, and role defending U.S. freedoms.

Calls out Michigan-specific Marine history and individuals, including:

The volunteer Marine Corps Reserve company formed in Detroit in 1922 and the evolution into the 1st Battalion, 24th Marines (headquartered at Selfridge ANGB).
The 1/24th’s service in World War II (Kwajalein, Tinian, Saipan, Iwo Jima) and later service (Operation Iraqi Freedom, Fallujah).
Notable Michigan Marines honored in the text: Corporal Duane E. Dewey (Medal of Honor, Korean War), Private First Class Dewayne T. Williams (Medal of Honor), and Corporal Harold Schultz (identified as one of the Iwo Jima flag-raisers).

Resolves that the legislative body formally commemorates the 250th anniversary and expresses deepest gratitude to all Marines for their service and sacrifice.

Who is affected / Impact

This is a non‑binding, ceremonial resolution. It does not create legal obligations, appropriate funds, or change policy.

Primary audiences and beneficiaries:

Members of the U.S. Marine Corps (as an official legislative recognition).
Veterans, families, and communities (particularly in Michigan) recognized for historic and ongoing contributions.
Constituents and civic institutions that observe and celebrate the anniversary.

No fiscal impact or regulatory changes are created by this measure.

Procedural / Timeline notes

Filed: September 2, 2025.

Legislative actions recorded: referred to Local & Consent Calendars; rules were suspended; placed on Congratulatory & Memorial Resolutions calendar; laid before the House; adopted on September 3, 2025; reported enrolled.

Sponsor/authorship (as reflected in the resolution text): introduced by Representatives Jason Woolford, Kunse, Schuette, Robinson, Hoadley, DeBoyer, Tate, and Meerman; the adopted version also lists additional sponsoring members (Alexander, Fox, Witwer among others noted on the adopted document).

Bottom line

HR 134 is a ceremonial House resolution adopted to mark the Marine Corps’ 250th anniversary, celebrate Marine Corps traditions and history, and formally express the legislature’s gratitude — with particular recognition of Michigan’s Marine units and distinguished Marines. It is symbolic and carries no legal or financial mandates.

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