Michigan legislation · 103rd Legislature
Michigan SR135: A resolution to recognize and celebrate the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States of America.
Status: Passed both chambers, July 3, 2026
What the bill says
A resolution to recognize and celebrate the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States of America.
From the introduced text, July 29, 2026:
A resolution to recognize and celebrate the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States of America. Whereas, This fourth of July, our nation celebrates its 250th anniversary and we are reminded of the central principles upon which our great nation was founded; and Whereas, We uphold the self-evident truths, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable rights, and that foremost among these rights are life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness; and Whereas, These unalienable rights are interdependent and their protection strengthens our nation; and Whereas, The Constitution was ordained to secure these blessings for us and our posterity; and Whereas, As Thomas Jefferson declared, âThe care of human life and happiness and not their destruction is the first and only legitimate object of good government;â and Whereas, It is fitting, on this momentous occasion, that we reflect anew on the blessings of life, and ensure every citizen can enjoy liberty and pursue happiness; now, therefore, be it Resolved by the Senate, That the members of this legislative body recognize and celebrate the historic and praiseworthy 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States of America; and be it further Resolved, That the citizens of this blessed land gather on July 4th to give thanks for the freedoms …
Sponsors
- Cherry, John (D, 27) · primary sponsor
- McMorrow, Mallory (D, 8)
- Moss, Jeremy (D, 7)
- Webber, Michael (R, 9)
Latest actions
- : ADOPTED
- : RULES SUSPENDED
- : INTRODUCED BY SENATOR JOHN CHERRY
Common questions
- What is SR135?
- SR135 is a bill in the Michigan Legislature (103rd Legislature): A resolution to recognize and celebrate the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States of America.
- What does SR135 do?
- In its own words: A resolution to recognize and celebrate the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States of America.
- What is the status of SR135?
- Passed both chambers as of July 3, 2026. Latest action: ADOPTED (July 3, 2026).
- Who sponsored SR135?
- Cherry, John (D, 27), with 3 co-sponsors.
- Where is the official record for SR135?
- On the Michigan Legislature website: https://www.legislature.mi.gov/Bills/Bill?ObjectName=2026-SR-0135
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