SR 19 — A resolution to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Ronald McDonald House Charities®.

SR-19,MICHIGAN As Adopted by Senate, March 18, 2025 SENATE RESOLUTIONSenate NO.Resolution No.

19 Offered by Senators Singh, Chang and Geiss offeredA RESOLUTION TO COMMEMORATE THE 50TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE CHARITIES ® WHEREAS, The mission of the followingRonald resolution:McDonald Charities (RMHC) is to provide essential services that remove barriers, strengthen families, and promote healing when children need healthcare;

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andAdopted Whereas,by Fromthe OctoberSenate, 2024March to18, October2025. 2025, RMHC is celebrating 50 years since it opened its doors;

now,Secretary therefore, be it Resolved by the Senate, That the members of this legislative body commemorate the 50thSenate anniversary of the Ronald McDonald House Charities® and all the work they have done to help those in need.

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