SR-129, As Adopted by Senate, March 26, 2014

            Senator Ananich offered the following resolution:

            Senate Resolution No. 129.

            A resolution to recognize March 26, 2014, as Purple Day in an effort to raise awareness of epilepsy in the state of Michigan.

            Whereas, Purple Day is a global effort dedicated to promoting epilepsy awareness in countries around the world; and

            Whereas, Epilepsy is one of the most common neurological conditions, estimated to affect over 50 million people worldwide and over 3 million people in the United States; and

            Whereas, One in ten persons will have at least one seizure during his or her lifetime; and

            Whereas, The public is often unable to recognize common seizure types or how to respond with appropriate first aid; and

            Whereas, Purple Day will be celebrated on March 26 annually to increase understanding, reduce stigma, and improve the quality of life for people with epilepsy throughout the country and globally; now, therefore, be it

            Resolved by the Senate, That March 26, 2014, be hereby recognized as Purple Day in an effort to raise awareness of epilepsy in the state of Michigan.