SR 103 — A resolution to designate April 2026 as Limb Loss and Limb Difference Awareness Month.

SR-103,MICHIGAN As Adopted by Senate, March 25, 2026 SENATE RESOLUTIONSenate NO.Resolution No.

103 Offered by Senator Hertel offeredA theRESOLUTION followingTO resolution:DESIGNATE APRIL 2026 AS LIMB LOSS AND LIMB DIFFERENCE AWARENESS MONTH WHEREAS, There are over 5.6 million Americans living with limb loss and limb difference with 500,000 new cases occurring each year;

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now,Secretary therefore,of be it Resolved by the Senate,Senate That the members of this legislative body designate April 2026 as Limb Loss and Limb Difference Awareness Month.

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