House adopts series of commemorative resolutions on disability, neighborhood empowerment, fibroids awareness and craniofacial conditions

The Michigan House of Representatives adopted multiple commemorative resolutions during the session, including measures to recognize Disability Independence Day, Neighborhood Empowerment Day, Fibroids Awareness Week and Cleft and Craniofacial Awareness Month. Each resolution was moved and approved by voice vote.

Representative Mueller introduced House Resolution 145 to declare July 26, 2025, as National Disability Independence Day in Michigan; Representative Scott introduced House Resolution 148 to declare Aug. 2, 2025, as Neighborhood Empowerment Day; Representative Forman introduced House Resolution 149 designating July 2025 as Fibroids Awareness Week; and Representative Breen introduced House Resolution 150 declaring July 2025 as Cleft and Craniofacial Awareness Month. Sponsors spoke on the floor about community impact and reasons for recognition.

On the floor, Representative Forman described personal experience with fibroids and cited prevalence estimates—saying “70 percent of women are affected by fibroids by the age of 50, with the highest rate seen among black women.” Representative Breen described personal experience with a newborn’s cleft palate and urged colleagues to support families and medical care. Representative Scott cited the work of community groups such as Arise Detroit and urged support for neighborhood volunteers and events.

All listed resolutions were adopted by voice vote on the floor. The actions are ceremonial recognitions and do not appropriate funds or change statutory law.