HOUSE RESOLUTION NO. 172

Rep. Bierlein offered the following resolution:

A resolution to declare September 17, 2025, as Patient Safety Day in the state of Michigan.

Whereas, Patient safety is not just one facet of healthcare delivery and services, but the fundamental obligation of every healthcare provider and institution, requiring unwavering commitment to upholding the highest standards of practice and protecting patients from preventable harm; and

Whereas, Patient safety is a vital value at the heart of Michigan?s healthcare system, which supports millions of lives and families; and

Whereas, Every patient who entrusts their care to healthcare professionals deserves the highest level of professionalism and safety and this must be a top priority for all providers; and

Whereas, The World Health Organization has designated September 17 as World Patient Safety Day to raise global awareness about patient safety and urge people to show their commitment to making healthcare safer; and

Whereas, Doctors and healthcare clinicians serve at the forefront of advocacy for patient safety in healthcare settings and serve as the oversight and protection between patients and potential harm during patients? most vulnerable moments during surgery and procedures; and

Whereas, Recognizing Patient Safety Day provides an opportunity for all to honor healthcare workers like anesthesiologists and their unwavering commitment to protecting patients every day and to remember those who have been affected by preventable medical harm; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the House of Representatives, That the members of this legislative body declare September 17, 2025, as Patient Safety Day in the state of Michigan.