Michigan 2025-2026 Regular Session Status: Passed Senate 1 D cosponsors

SR 7 — A resolution to recognize February 11, 2025, as the United Auto Workers’ (UAW) White Shirt Day.

Last action — ADOPTED

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    Introduced
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    In Committee
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    Passed Senate
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    Passed House
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    To Executive
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    Enacted

This bill has passed the Senate. Introduced April 28, 2026. It now moves to the second chamber.

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Moderate chance

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  • 1 sponsor

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Summary

A resolution to recognize February 11, 2025, as the United Auto Workers’ (UAW) White Shirt Day.

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39 added · 46 removed

Plain-language change summary

The recent amendments to Senate Resolution No. 7 clarify and elaborate on the recognition of February 11, 2025, as "United Auto Workers’ White Shirt Day." The changes emphasize the significance of this day, highlighting its historical context—the 88th anniversary of the UAW’s first contract with General Motors and the anniversary of the Flint Sit-Down Strike. This recognition matters because it not only honors the contributions of UAW members but also reinforces the importance of fair treatment and respect for blue-collar workers in Michigan and across the nation.

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SR-7, As Adopted by Senate, February 5, 2025 SENATE RESOLUTION NO.
MICHIGAN SENATE Senate Resolution No.
7 Senators Cherry, Polehanki, Wojno, Bayer, Damoose, McMorrow, Shink, McCann, Hertel, Chang, Geiss, Klinefelt and Santana offered the following resolution:
7 Offered by Senators Cherry, Polehanki, Wojno, Bayer, Damoose, McMorrow, Shink, McCann, Hertel, Chang, Geiss, Klinefelt and Santana RESOLUTION TO RECOGNIZE FEBRUARY 11, 2025 , AS THE UNITED AUTO WORKERS’ (UAW) WHITE SHIRT DAY WHEREAS, We recognize Michigan’s members of the United Auto Workers (UAW) as they gather to mark the 88th anniversary of their first contract with General Motors.
A resolution to recognize February 11, 2025, as the United Auto Workers’ (UAW) White Shirt Day.
Whereas, We recognize Michigan’s members of the United Auto Workers (UAW) as they gather to mark the 88th anniversary of their first contract with General Motors.
and Whereas, On February 11, 2025, UAW members and retirees will wear white shirts to commemorate the anniversary of the end of the UAW White Shirt Day_SR7_AA_1 um8476 1 famous Flint Sit-Down Strike in 1937.
and WHEREAS, On February 11, 2025, UAW members and retirees will wear white shirts to commemorate the anniversary of the end of the famous Flint Sit- Down Strike in 1937.
and Whereas, The origin of the UAW’s White Shirt Day can be traced back to 1948 when Bert Christensen, a UAW member of Local 598, first suggested it.
and WHEREAS, The origin of the UAW’s White Shirt Day can be traced back to when Bert Christensen, a UAW member of Local 598, first suggested it.
and Whereas, With ceremonies to celebrate its history, the members and officers of the UAW will remember the vision of its founders and the commitment of its workers that have brought them to this point.
and WHEREAS, With ceremonies to celebrate its history, the members and officers of the UAW will remember the vision of its founders and the commitment of its workers that have brought them to this point.
now, therefore, be it Resolved by the Senate, That the members of this legislative body recognize February 11, 2025, as the United Auto Workers' (UAW) White Shirt Day.
now, therefore, be it RESOLVED BY THE SENATE, That the members of this legislative body recognize February 11, 2025, as the United Auto Workers’ (UAW) White Shirt Day.
and be it further Resolved, That we applaud their accomplishments and thank them for helping to strengthen and build Michigan’s communities, workforce, and economy.
and be it further RESOLVED, That we applaud their accomplishments and thank them for helping to strengthen and build Michigan’s communities, workforce, and economy.
UAW White Shirt Day_SR7_AA_1 um8476
Adopted by the Senate, February 5, 2025.
Secretary of the Senate
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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 146 not signed on

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Frequently asked questions

What does SR 7 do?
A resolution to recognize February 11, 2025, as the United Auto Workers’ (UAW) White Shirt Day.
Who sponsors SR 7?
SR 7 is sponsored by John Cherry (Democrat).
What is the current status of SR 7?
This bill has passed the Senate. Introduced April 28, 2026. It now moves to the second chamber.
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