A resolution to declare May 22, 2025, as Stop the Bleed Day in the state of Michigan.
Summary
House Resolution 114 is a commemorative resolution declaring May 22, 2025, as "Stop the Bleed Day" in Michigan. The resolution recognizes the national Stop the Bleed campaign, which promotes public education on bleeding control techniques such as applying direct pressure and using tourniquets in emergencies before professional responders arrive.
The resolution cites statistics about traumatic injury and preventable deaths from severe bleeding, emphasizing that bystanders can be trained to act quickly in life-threatening hemorrhage situations. It also encourages Michigan residents to learn bleeding-control skills and supports the idea that public places should be equipped with bleeding control kits.
Impact
As a House resolution, HR 114 does not amend Michigan statutes, create regulatory requirements, or appropriate funds. Its legal effect is limited to formally recognizing May 22, 2025, as Stop the Bleed Day in the state and expressing legislative support for public awareness, training, and preparedness related to emergency bleeding control.
Sentiment
The sentiment around the resolution appears broadly positive and noncontroversial. The bill is framed as a public-safety and health-awareness measure, with bipartisan sponsorship and no recorded committee debate or votes indicating opposition. The language emphasizes prevention, education, and community readiness, suggesting general support for the underlying public-health message.
Contention
There is little visible contention in the available record. Because the resolution is ceremonial and advisory rather than regulatory, it does not appear to raise disputes over mandates, costs, or implementation. The only potentially debatable element is the broader policy implication that public places should stock bleeding-control kits and that citizens should be trained, but no opposing arguments are recorded in the provided materials.