LANSING, MI (WKZO AM/FM) – State Representative Julie Rogers of Kalamazoo has put together a bill designating June 12 as Women Veterans Recognition Day to honor Michigan women who have served in uniform.
According to Rogers who represents House District 41, the Michigan Legislature and governor have offered annual resolutions recognizing Women Veterans Recognition Day since 2018.
Also serving as Democratic Vice Chair of the Military, Veterans and Homeland Security Committee, Rogers authored House Bill 4555 which will permanently designate June 12th to honor the nearly 44,000 women veterans who make Michigan their home. That bill is now on the governor’s desk for signature after passing through both the House and Senate with overwhelming bipartisan support.
The Women’s Armed Services Integration Act was signed by President Harry S. Truman in 1948, making it legal for women to serve in all four branches rather than in limited clerical capacities or as nurses.
In a statement, Rogers said, “With any luck, Michigan will celebrate the 75th anniversary of the Women’s Armed Services Integration Act with the governor’s signature on HB 4555 and the implementation of Women Veterans Recognition Day in law permanently.”
