2013 Senate Bill 302

Establish “purple heart state” designation

Introduced in the Senate

April 10, 2013

Introduced by Sen. Bruce Caswell (R-16)

To designate Michigan as “a purple heart state honoring our combat wounded veterans for their service and sacrifice by allowing the United States of America to maintain its sovereignty”.

Referred to the Committee on Government Operations

April 11, 2013

Referred to the Committee on Veterans, Military Affairs, and Homeland Security

May 15, 2013

Reported without amendment

With the recommendation that the bill pass.

May 22, 2013

Passed in the Senate 37 to 0 (details)

Received in the House

May 22, 2013

Referred to the Committee on Government Operations