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

SR 18 — A resolution affirming that the Michigan Senate recognizes diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential foundational principles for achieving the American Dream and encouraging policymakers, educational institutions, workplaces, and other organizations throughout the state and nation to adopt and uphold these principles in their work.

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 March 18, 2025. It now moves to the second chamber.

Next likely step: consideration and a floor vote in the House.

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Moderate chance

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Prognosis

Stalled 28% · moderate confidence

  • Passed Senate

    Current position in the legislative process.

  • 1 sponsor

    1 primary, 0 co-sponsors signed on.

  • Single-party support

    Sponsorship is currently within one party (1 D).

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Summary

A resolution affirming that the Michigan Senate recognizes diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential foundational principles for achieving the American Dream and encouraging policymakers, educational institutions, workplaces, and other organizations throughout the state and nation to adopt and uphold these principles in their work.

Bill Text

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In the latest version of Bill SR 18, several lines of text were added, while some lines from the previous draft were removed. These changes likely clarify or update the bill's provisions, which is important to ensure that all parties involved understand the new rules or requirements being proposed. This process can help improve the effectiveness of the legislation and better serve the interests of the public.

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SENATE RESOLUTION NO.
SR-18, As Adopted by Senate, March 18, 2025 SENATE RESOLUTION NO.
and LSB Research Services Division JRA R0054'25_SR0018_INTR_1 gkpyu6 1 Whereas, The principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion perfectly embody the spirit of the American Dream, and our highest achievements as a state and nation have been realized when diversity, equity, and inclusion-informed policies harness the strength of people from all backgrounds.
and LSB Research Services Division JRA R0054'25_SR18_AA_1 dkcteg 1 Whereas, The principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion perfectly embody the spirit of the American Dream, and our highest achievements as a state and nation have been realized when diversity, equity, and inclusion-informed policies harness the strength of people from all backgrounds.
and Whereas, As diversity, equity, and inclusion principles LSB Research Services Division JRA R0054'25_SR0018_INTR_1 gkpyu6 1 reflect the fundamental rights enshrined in our nation and state’s respective constitutions, we are compelled to adopt and promote them.
and Whereas, As diversity, equity, and inclusion principles LSB Research Services Division JRA R0054'25_SR18_AA_1 dkcteg 1 reflect the fundamental rights enshrined in our nation and state’s respective constitutions, we are compelled to adopt and promote them.
and be it further Resolved, That copies of this resolution be transmitted to the President of the United States, the President of the United States Senate, the Speaker of the United States House of Representatives, the Governor, and the Speaker of the Michigan House of LSB Research Services Division JRA R0054'25_SR0018_INTR_1 gkpyu6 Representatives.
and be it further Resolved, That copies of this resolution be transmitted to the President of the United States, the President of the United States Senate, the Speaker of the United States House of Representatives, the Governor, and the Speaker of the Michigan House of LSB Research Services Division JRA R0054'25_SR18_AA_1 dkcteg Representatives.
LSB Research Services Division JRA R0054'25_SR0018_INTR_1 gkpyu6
LSB Research Services Division JRA R0054'25_SR18_AA_1 dkcteg
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Action History

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Sponsors

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 146 not signed on

Sponsors (1)

Co-sponsors (0)

None.

Not signed on (146)

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Frequently asked questions

What does SR 18 do?
A resolution affirming that the Michigan Senate recognizes diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential foundational principles for achieving the American Dream and encouraging policymakers, educational institutions, workplaces, and other organizations throughout the state and nation to adopt and uphold these principles in their work.
Who sponsors SR 18?
SR 18 is sponsored by Stephanie Chang (Democrat).
What is the current status of SR 18?
This bill has passed the Senate. Introduced March 18, 2025. It now moves to the second chamber.
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