Michigan SR116: A resolution to recognize May 1, 2026, as International Workers’ Day.

What the bill says

A resolution to recognize May 1, 2026, as International Workersï¿1⁄2 Day.

From the enrolled text, April 30, 2026:

A resolution to recognize May 1, 2026, as International Workersï¿1⁄2 Day. Whereas, May 1 is globally recognized as International Workersï¿1⁄2 Day and is publicly celebrated in over 80 countries; and Whereas, This day celebrates the contribution of workers, promotes workersï¿1⁄2 rights, and commemorates the historic struggles and gains made by workers and the labor movement; and Whereas, Additionally, it commemorates the events of the Haymarket Affair and the associated general strike, which led to the establishment of an important day of remembrance and a long-lasting call to action; and Whereas, International Workersï¿1⁄2 Day is the declaration of the labor movementï¿1⁄2s demands to improve the working conditions of workers such as better pay, shorter working days, and safer worker conditions; and Whereas, We honor the bitter struggles of the working class and the many sufferings of the past; and Whereas, The United Auto Workers was formed in Detroit in 1935 during the Flint Sit-Down Strike, putting Michigan at the forefront of the modern labor movement as America struggled with the distress of the Great Depression; and Whereas, Michigan continues its legacy as a leader in the national labor movement and its efforts to bring economic and social justice to our state and nation; and Whereas, Recognition of the integrity of Michiganï¿1⁄2s workforce and its achievements is important in advancing our economic …

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Sponsors

• Camilleri, Darrin (D, 4) · primary sponsor
• Cherry, John (D, 27)
• Singh, Sam (D, 28)
• Cavanagh, Mary (D, 6)
• Hertel, Kevin (D, 12)
• Polehanki, Dayna (D, 5)
• McCann, Sean (D, 19)
• Santana, Sylvia (D, 2)
• McMorrow, Mallory (D, 8)
• Shink, Sue (D, 14)
• Geiss, Erika (D, 1)
• Klinefelt, Veronica (D, 11)

Latest actions

1. April 30, 2026: ADOPTED
2. April 30, 2026: RULES SUSPENDED
3. April 30, 2026: INTRODUCED BY SENATOR DARRIN CAMILLERI

Common questions

What is SR116?

SR116 is a bill in the Michigan Legislature (103rd Legislature): A resolution to recognize May 1, 2026, as International Workers’ Day.

What does SR116 do?

In its own words: A resolution to recognize May 1, 2026, as International Workersï¿1⁄2 Day.

What is the status of SR116?

Passed both chambers as of April 30, 2026. Latest action: ADOPTED (April 30, 2026).

Who sponsored SR116?

Camilleri, Darrin (D, 4), with 11 co-sponsors.

Where is the official record for SR116?

On the Michigan Legislature website: https://www.legislature.mi.gov/Bills/Bill?ObjectName=2026-SR-0116