Bill Text: MI HR0158 | 2009-2010 | 95th Legislature | Introduced
Bill Title: A resolution to recognize October 2009 as Filipino American Heritage Month in the state of Michigan.
Spectrum: Slight Partisan Bill (Democrat 41-21)
Status: (Passed) 2009-09-17 - Adopted [HR0158 Detail]
Download: Michigan-2009-HR0158-Introduced.html
Reps. Rocca, Marleau, Moss, Rick Jones, Liss, Miller, Bauer, Paul Scott, Donigan, Tlaib, Corriveau, Clemente, Roberts, Haveman, Young, Smith, Pavlov, Lipton, Valentine, Lori, Haugh, Polidori, Switalski, Proos, Schuitmaker, Meltzer, Haines, Knollenberg, Haase, Barnett, Slavens, Lund, Coulouris, Leland, Ebli, Kandrevas, Warren, Espinoza, DeShazor, Kurtz, Gonzales, Cushingberry, Booher, Lisa Brown, Terry Brown, Byrnes, Constan, Crawford, Dean, Durhal, Geiss, Green, Huckleberry, Robert Jones, LeBlanc, Lemmons, Neumann, Rogers, Wayne Schmidt, Scripps, Spade and Stanley offered the following resolution:
House Resolution No. 158.
A resolution to recognize October 2009 as Filipino American Heritage Month in the state of Michigan.
Whereas, We are proud to join with the Philippine American community of Michigan and their families and friends as they celebrate contributions they have made throughout the entire state. This recognition is a reflection of unselfishness and commitment to the common good that is most commendable; and
Whereas, It is with pride and gratitude that we welcome this opportunity to salute the many ways in which the Philippine American community has given its time and energy to help whenever the need arose; and
Whereas, The Philippine American community of Michigan will continue to accomplish its goal to foster understanding through the development, promotion, and preservation of Philippine values, culture, and tradition. These concerned citizens have truly made a difference, and their professional and civic involvement will continue to enrich our state far into the twenty-first century; and
Whereas, The members of the Philippine American community give to the American people, and to the citizens of Michigan a very important gift; a rich culture based on traditional values of family, religion, and a strong work ethic. The American people and Philippine people have had a strong bond for generations. The political, cultural, and economic bond that we have, has been cemented by the mutual respect and admiration we have for one another; and
Whereas, The heritage of the Philippine people enriches our own culture; for America is a melting pot, and America’s culture is a rich blend of many cultures. This legislative body welcomes the heritage, culture, and contributions of the Philippine American community to our state and our nation; and
Whereas, Like their counterparts across the country, the Philippine American community in Michigan is committed to strengthening the public institutions that promote the cultural heritage of Filipinos, as well as eliminating prejudices, stereotypes, and ignorance. By promoting awareness of Filipino American contributions to social, economic, cultural, and political life in the United States, everyone can take great pride in their effective community service; now, therefore, be it;
Resolved by the House of Representatives, That the members of this legislative body recognize October 2009 as Filipino American Heritage Month in the state of Michigan. We thank the Philippine American community on behalf of the many people who have benefited from their contributions. We commend everyone who has contributed to its success and thank them for the manner in which their members have strengthened Michigan
