Recognizing and supporting the continued efforts and contributions of the City of Ferndale to the LGBTQIA+ community of the State of Michigan.
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (29 May 2025): Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
What this bill does
This resolution, H.Res. 455, would formally recognize the City of Ferndale, Michigan, for its support of the LGBTQIA+ community. It highlights Ferndale's history as a hub for LGBTQIA+ individuals and organizations, including the establishment and work of Affirmations, a community center that provides health, community-building, and economic services. The resolution also notes Ferndale's significant Pride celebrations, its history of electing LGBTQIA+ officials, and its passage of anti-discrimination ordinances.
The resolution specifically affects the City of Ferndale, its residents, businesses, and community support organizations by acknowledging their contributions. It aims to highlight Ferndale as an example of a community dedicated to equality and inclusion.
This resolution was introduced in the House of Representatives on May 29, 2025, by Representative Haley Stevens. It has been referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. As it is a resolution and not a bill that would create new law, its passage by the House would represent a formal statement of recognition from Congress.
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Timeline
29 May 2025
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Common questions
- What does H.Res. 455 do?
- This resolution, H.Res. 455, would formally recognize the City of Ferndale, Michigan, for its support of the LGBTQIA+ community. It highlights Ferndale's history as a hub for LGBTQIA+ individuals and organizations, including the establishment and work of Affirmations, a community center that provides health, community-building, and economic services. The resolution also notes Ferndale's significant Pride celebrations, its history of electing LGBTQIA+ officials, and its passage of anti-discrimination ordinances. The resolution specifically affects the City of Ferndale, its residents, businesses, and community support organizations by acknowledging their contributions. It aims to highlight Ferndale as an example of a community dedicated to equality and inclusion. This resolution was introduced in the House of Representatives on May 29, 2025, by Representative Haley Stevens. It has been referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. As it is a resolution and not a bill that would create new law, its passage by the House would represent a formal statement of recognition from Congress.
- Has H.Res. 455 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.Res. 455. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.Res. 455?
- H.Res. 455 was sponsored by Rep. Stevens, Haley M. [D-MI-11] (D-MI), with 0 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.Res. 455?
- Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. (29 May 2025).
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