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SR 16

Resolution; recognizing and commending the National Conference of State Legislatures on its 50th anniversary in 2025.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by John Haste

Recognizes March 9–15, 2025 as MS Week to raise awareness and honor MS organizations and supporters in Michigan.

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Bill Summary · SR 16

Summary — SR 16: Recognize March 9–15, 2025 as Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Week

Purpose

SR 16 is a ceremonial Senate resolution recognizing March 9–15, 2025 as Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Week. Its stated intent is to raise public awareness about MS, commend the work of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society and local MS leaders, and encourage Michiganians to learn about and support people and families affected by MS.

Key provisions

  • Officially recognizes March 9–15, 2025 as Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Week.
  • Cites background findings included in the resolution:
    • MS is a neurological disease of the central nervous system, affecting nearly 1 million people in the United States.
    • MS commonly affects people aged about 20–50; causes and progression are not fully understood and there is no cure today.
    • The National Multiple Sclerosis Society (since 1946) has invested more than $1 billion in research and plays a leading role in research, care, and support.
    • Michigan has 18 in-person MS support groups that provide community and resources to people living with MS.
  • Commends the Michigan Chapter of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society for its dedication and leadership.
  • Encourages citizens to learn more about MS and to support individuals and families impacted by the disease.

Who is affected

  • Primarily symbolic: people living with MS in the state, their families, caretakers, local MS support groups, and the National Multiple Sclerosis Society.
  • The resolution does not create programs, funding, regulatory change, or legal obligations; it is informational/recognitional.

Legislative timeline & status

  • Introduced and offered by Senator Roger Hauck (with Senator Lauwers listed as co-sponsor in the adopted version).
  • Adopted by the Senate (SR-16, As Adopted by Senate) — record shows adoption actions in early 2025 (resolved by the Senate and adopted March 12, 2025; other related procedural read/adopt entries are on the public legislative record).
  • Bill status: ADOPTED.

Impact and limitations

  • Impact: Increases public visibility of MS during the designated week, supports awareness and community outreach efforts, and publicly acknowledges the role of advocacy and support organizations.
  • Limitations: As a resolution, SR 16 is nonbinding and carries no direct fiscal or regulatory effect — it does not authorize funding, create programs, or change law.

Sponsors noted in the resolution include Senators Hauck and Lauwers (authors of the adopted text). The resolution complements ongoing advocacy and awareness work by MS organizations rather than creating new state action.

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

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