Bill Text: MI HR0102 | 2021-2022 | 101st Legislature | Introduced
Bill Title: A resolution to declare May 2021 as Asian Pacific American Heritage Month in the state of Michigan.
Spectrum: Partisan Bill (Democrat 20-1)
Status: (Passed) 2021-05-06 - Adopted [HR0102 Detail]
Download: Michigan-2021-HR0102-Introduced.html
house resolution no.102
Rep. Kuppa offered the following resolution:
A resolution to declare May 2021 as Asian Pacific American Heritage Month in the state of Michigan.
Whereas, The state of Michigan is fortunate to be home to more than 330,000 residents of Asian and Pacific Island descent; and
Whereas, Asian Pacific Americans comprise one of the fastest-growing populations in both the state and the nation. In fact, this group is the largest-growing population in Michigan according to the last U.S. Census; and
Whereas, The Asian and Pacific Island regions are tremendously diverse; with more than thirty countries, numerous languages, and multiple belief systems; and
Whereas, Citizens of Asian and Pacific Island descent in each generation, rom the laborers who connected our coasts one and a half centuries ago to the patriots who fought overseas while their families were interned at home, to the entrepreneurs and engineers who help our economy thrive, and our healthcare professionals who have served to ensure public health during the pandemic, these patriotic Americans have enhanced our culture, quality of life, and economic vitality through leadership, commitments to knowledge, education, and advancement, and dedication to their communities; and
Whereas, The state of Michigan and the United States of America have been enriched by the contributions of Asian Pacific Americans in all facets of life, including the arts, sciences, business, education, and philanthropy. Michigan has recognized the contributions Asian Pacific Americans and other immigrants make to our economy with the establishment of the Michigan Asian Pacific American Affairs Commission and Office of Global Michigan; and
Whereas, The culture and contributions of our Asian and Pacific Island residents will continue to grow in significance as more Asian Pacific Americans choose to make Michigan their home and as our economy becomes increasingly intertwined with the economies throughout Asia; and
Whereas, Asian Pacific Americans, through advocating issues of justice and equality, continue to break down the barriers of discrimination, indifference, and intolerance, thereby opening doors for all Asian Pacific Americans; and
Whereas, Asian Pacific American residents are proudly served in Michigan by many dedicated organizations, including Asian Pacific American Chamber of Commerce, Council of Asian Pacific Americans, Asian American Citizens for Justice, Asian Center Southeast Michigan and West Michigan, West Michigan Asian Pacific American Association, APIA-Vote Michigan, Michigan Asian Pacific American Bar Association, South Asian Bar Association of Michigan, South Asian American Voices for Impact, MI-India Foundation, India League of America-Michigan, Asian Indian Women’s Association of Michigan, and many more; and
Whereas, The state of Michigan takes pride in its cultural diversity and welcomes the opportunity to honor our Asian Pacific American residents for their lasting, expanding imprint upon our state; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the House of Representatives, That the members of this legislative body declare May 2021 as Asian Pacific American Heritage Month in the state of Michigan. We encourage all citizens to celebrate the individual and collective contributions of Asian Pacific Americans to this state and to this country.
