Michigan legislation · 103rd Legislature
Michigan HR367: A resolution to declare October 2-4, 2026, as Buy Nearby Weekend in the state of Michigan.
Status: Passed both chambers, September 23, 2026
What the bill says
A resolution to declare October 2-4, 2026, as Buy Nearby Weekend in the state of Michigan.
From the enrolled text, September 23, 2026:
A resolution to declare October 2-4, 2026, as Buy Nearby Weekend in the state of Michigan. Whereas, Buy Nearby is an ongoing, year-round campaign launched by the Michigan Retailers Association to benefit Michigan communities and their retail businesses; and Whereas, The campaign encourages Michiganders to think before they click on out-of-state online store sites and instead buy from retail businesses where they live, work, or visit in Michigan so more shopping dollars stay in our local communities and state economy; and Whereas, Buy Nearby, now in its fourteenth year, strives to instill a âPure Michiganâ feeling to the shopping experience and send the message to âKeep your money in the Mittenâ; and Whereas, Retailing is responsible for 11 per cent of Michigan jobs, a number that could rise through increased local purchases; and Whereas, Each purchase made at a Michigan store keeps more money in our communities, improves the vitality of our local economies and the quality of life, and directly supports our communities, our schools, and our infrastructure; and Whereas, The year-round Buy Nearby campaign has designated October 2-4, 2026, as Buy Nearby Weekend, a three-day observance for all to celebrate local communities and their retail businesses; and Whereas, Communities and retailers are encouraged to offer special events and other promotions to encourage local shopping and stimulate Michiganâs economy …
Sponsors
- Aragona, Joseph (R, 60) · primary sponsor
- BeGole, Brian (R, 71)
- Beson, Timothy (R, 96)
- Schriver, Josh (R, 66)
- Kunse, Tom (R, 100)
- Alexander, Gregory (R, 98)
- Breen, Kelly (D, 21)
- Glanville, Carol (D, 84)
- Kelly, Tim (R, 93)
- MacDonell, Sharon (D, 56)
- Miller, Reggie (D, 31)
- Paiz, Veronica (D, 10)
Latest actions
- : adopted
- : introduced by Representative Rep. Joseph Aragona
Common questions
- What is HR367?
- HR367 is a bill in the Michigan Legislature (103rd Legislature): A resolution to declare October 2-4, 2026, as Buy Nearby Weekend in the state of Michigan.
- What does HR367 do?
- In its own words: A resolution to declare October 2-4, 2026, as Buy Nearby Weekend in the state of Michigan.
- What is the status of HR367?
- Passed both chambers as of September 23, 2026. Latest action: adopted (September 23, 2026).
- Who sponsored HR367?
- Aragona, Joseph (R, 60), with 11 co-sponsors.
- Where is the official record for HR367?
- On the Michigan Legislature website: https://www.legislature.mi.gov/Bills/Bill?ObjectName=2026-HR-0367
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