Bill Text: MI SR0044 | 2015-2016 | 98th Legislature | Enrolled
Bill Title: A resolution to commemorate April 28, 2015, as Workers' Memorial Day.
Spectrum: Bipartisan Bill
Status: (Passed) 2015-04-28 - Adopted [SR0044 Detail]
Download: Michigan-2015-SR0044-Enrolled.html
SR-44, As Adopted by Senate, April 28, 2015
Senator Ananich offered the following resolution:
Senate Resolution No. 44.
A resolution to commemorate April 28, 2015, as Workers’ Memorial Day.
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 4,405 workers were killed in 2013 by traumatic injuries, and an estimated 50,000 died from occupational diseases. On average, 12 workers were killed on the job every day; and
Whereas, In 2014, 122 workers were lost through fatal workplace accidents in Michigan, and in 2012, there were 105,500 injuries and illnesses reported; and
Whereas, It is appropriate to honor the memory of the courageous and dedicated members of Michigan's labor force who have been injured, 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 due to 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 Senate wishes to pay tribute to the workers who have died, been injured, or disabled in workplace accidents. We honor the contributions of Michigan's work force and call for increased workplace safety; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the Senate, That we hereby commemorate April 28, 2015, as Workers' Memorial Day in Michigan.
