Michigan legislation · 103rd Legislature
Michigan SR144: A resolution to designate September 15-October 15, 2026, as Hispanic Heritage Month.
Status: Passed both chambers, October 1, 2026
What the bill says
A resolution to designate september 15-october 15, 2026, as hispanic heritage month.
From the enrolled text, October 1, 2026:
A RESOLUTION TO DESIGNATE SEPTEMBER 15-OCTOBER 15, 2026, AS HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH WHEREAS, There has been a long and important presence of Hispanic and Latino Americans in North America and the United States; and WHEREAS, This month represents the anniversary of independence for Chile, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, and Nicaragua; and WHEREAS, Each year, Americans observe National Hispanic Heritage Month by celebrating the histories, cultures, and contributions of American citizens whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central and South America; and WHEREAS, The United States recognizes the economic, cultural, and social contributions that Spanish-speaking people have brought to our nation, including the gifts of law, religion, agriculture, art, music, education, technology, architecture, cuisine, theater, and exploration; and WHEREAS, Throughout our nationâs history, Hispanic Americans have faithfully defended the principles of freedom and a representative government; and WHEREAS, Hispanic Heritage Week was first recognized by President Lyndon Johnson and expanded by President Ronald Reagan in 1988 to cover a 30-day period from September 15 to October 15. It was enacted into law on August 17, 1988, as Public Law 100-402; and WHEREAS, Among its population, Michigan is proud to count a large concentration of citizens of Spanish and Latin American descent. This includes those who have lived in this state for generations as well as …
Sponsors
- Cavanagh, Mary (D, 6) · primary sponsor
- Camilleri, Darrin (D, 4)
- Geiss, Erika (D, 1)
- Cherry, John (D, 27)
- Bayer, Rosemary (D, 13)
- Chang, Stephanie (D, 3)
- Moss, Jeremy (D, 7)
- Shink, Sue (D, 14)
Latest actions
- : ADOPTED
- : RULES SUSPENDED
- : INTRODUCED BY SENATOR MARY CAVANAGH
Common questions
- What is SR144?
- SR144 is a bill in the Michigan Legislature (103rd Legislature): A resolution to designate September 15-October 15, 2026, as Hispanic Heritage Month.
- What does SR144 do?
- In its own words: A resolution to designate september 15-october 15, 2026, as hispanic heritage month.
- What is the status of SR144?
- Passed both chambers as of October 1, 2026. Latest action: ADOPTED (October 1, 2026).
- Who sponsored SR144?
- Cavanagh, Mary (D, 6), with 7 co-sponsors.
- Where is the official record for SR144?
- On the Michigan Legislature website: https://www.legislature.mi.gov/Bills/Bill?ObjectName=2026-SR-0144
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