2024 Senate Resolution 97

Whereas, Junior Chamber International (JCI) is a leadership training and public service organization that was founded in 1924; and

Whereas, JCI Michigan teaches thousands of young Michiganders leadership skills and provides professional development opportunities; and

Whereas, Jaycees in Michigan perform numerous hours of community service that support community projects across the state; and

Whereas, They have provided their members with connections that help build international networks; and

Whereas, JCI Michigan gives its members the skills and experience to become leaders in their communities and in business; and

Whereas, JCI Michigan contributes greatly to Michigan’s economy through following the Jaycee creed of “Economic justice can best be won by free men through free enterprise”; and

Whereas, JCI Michigan is a force for good through the growth and development of a civic organization for young people instilling American spirit and ideals; and

Whereas, As a force of positive change in our state, JCI Michigan fosters a community of selfless and professional leaders; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the Senate, That the members of this legislative body commemorate the 100th anniversary of the founding of Junior Chamber International (JCI) Michigan; and be it further

Resolved, That we recognize the positive impact that Jaycees have provided to Michigan and its residents in the last century.