Senator Moss offered the following resolution:

Senate Resolution No. 54.

A resolution to recognize June 2019 as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender (LGBT) Pride Month.

Whereas, Michigan is a state that is rich in both diversity and community and this diversity is demonstrated to all who live, work, and visit our state; and

Whereas, Our state values and celebrates diversity and rich variation of people living in Michigan; and

Whereas, Everyone benefits from the multiple talents, viewpoints, and cultural backgrounds of all of its citizens; and

Whereas, We firmly believe in a society that values the freedom, worth, and dignity of each human being; and

Whereas, The people of Michigan understand, appreciate, and value the cultural, civic, and economic contributions of the LGBT communities to the greater community of the state; and

Whereas, Communities throughout Michigan will host events to celebrate the LGBT community throughout the month of June; and

Whereas, June is recognized and celebrated as LGBT Pride Month throughout the country and worldwide; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the Senate, That the members of this legislative body recognize June 2019 as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender (LGBT) Pride Month.