Bill · H.Res. 1408· House(119-HRES-1408)
Recognizing the State of Michigan's contributions to the United States on the occasion of the 250th anniversary of the Union.
- Introduced
- 6/30/2026
- Last activity
- 6/30/2026 — Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
- Sponsored by
- John Moolenaar
- Cosponsors
- - 6 - 6
- Introduced
- In Committee
A House resolution is the House speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the House agrees to it, it is officially the House's word; it is not a law, so the Senate and the President have no part in it.
What this bill would do
This resolution recognizes the State of Michigan's contributions to the United States. It notes that Michigan became the 26th state on January 26, 1837. The resolution marks the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 2026. It aims to reflect on the founding of the nation. Finally, it celebrates the impact Michiganders have made on the success of the country.
Yes
Would people in cities be better off under this?+1
The resolution celebrates the contributions of Michiganders to the success of the United States.
Would people in rural areas be better off under this?+1
The resolution celebrates the contributions of Michiganders to the success of the United States.
Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see?+1
The resolution encourages civic reflection on the founding of the nation.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Recognition of historical contributions: The resolution celebrates the enduring impact that Michiganders have made on the success of the United States (Resolution, Section 3).
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Encouragement of civic reflection: It encourages all United States citizens to reflect on the ideals of the Founders and their fight for independence (Resolution, Section 2).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts identified: The provided text does not contain any provisions that would result in negative consequences or burdens for individuals or groups.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Rural Residents+1Good For Urban Residents+1
- Governance And Ideology
- Improves Government Transparency+1
- 6/30/2026
- Submitted in House
- Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
- 12 Cosponsors added.
Jack BergmanRepublican · Michigan
Tom BarrettRepublican · Michigan
Debbie DingellDemocrat · Michigan
Bill HuizengaRepublican · Michigan
John JamesRepublican · Michigan
Lisa McClainRepublican · Michigan
Kristen McDonald RivetDemocrat · Michigan
Haley StevensDemocrat · Michigan
Hillary ScholtenDemocrat · Michigan
Rashida TlaibDemocrat · Michigan
Shri ThanedarDemocrat · Michigan
Tim WalbergRepublican · Michigan