Bill Text: MI HR0114 | 2013-2014 | 97th Legislature | Enrolled

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Bill Title: A resolution to declare April 28, 2013, as Worker Memorial Day in the state of Michigan.

Spectrum: Partisan Bill (Democrat 11-0)

Status: (Passed) 2013-04-25 - Adopted [HR0114 Detail]

Download: Michigan-2013-HR0114-Enrolled.html

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            Reps. Cochran, Barnett, Brown, Darany, Durhal, Roberts, Santana, Segal, Singh, Slavens and Talabi offered the following resolution:

            House Resolution No. 114.

            A resolution to declare April 28, 2013, as Worker Memorial Day in the state of Michigan.

            Whereas, Every year on April 28, communities and worksites around the world honor friends, family members, and colleagues who have been killed or injured on the job; and

            Whereas, The Federal Bureau of Labor Statistics has reported that more than 4,600 workers suffered fatal workplace injuries and nearly 3 million individuals suffered nonfatal work-related injuries and illnesses in 2011. Experts estimate that at least 50,000 deaths occur annually as a result of occupational diseases; and

            Whereas, 139 workers were lost through fatal workplace accidents in Michigan in 2011; and

            Whereas, It is appropriate to honor the memory of the courageous and dedicated members of Michigan's labor force who have been injured or disabled or have died as a result of workplace accidents; and

            Whereas, We remember those who have died in workplace catastrophes, suffered occupational-related diseases, or have been injured because of dangerous conditions; and

            Whereas, Recognition of the integrity of Michigan's work force and its achievements on behalf of the economic growth of our state is necessary; and

            Whereas, The Michigan House of Representatives wishes to pay tribute to workers who have died or who have been injured or disabled in workplace accidents, to honor the contributions of Michigan's work force, and to call for increased workplace safety; now, therefore, be it

            Resolved by the House of Representatives, That the members of this legislative body declare April 28, 2013, as Worker Memorial Day in the state of Michigan.