2025 Senate Resolution 87

Whereas, The Michigan State Employees Association (MSEA) was founded on November 21, 1950 by a visionary group of 100 dedicated state employees and their lawyer, Archie C. Fraser; and

Whereas, These individuals recognized the urgent need for a unified voice to advocate for the rights, dignity, and well-being of public servants across Michigan; and

Whereas, MSEA has grown to represent over 4,000 state of Michigan employees across more than 100 classified job classifications and 16 departments, ranging from law enforcement to skilled trades; and

Whereas, Throughout its lengthy history, MSEA has worked with the Michigan Civil Service Commission and the state legislature to improve retirement benefits, annual and sick leave, and fight for livable wages; and

Whereas, Among its pivotal campaigns, the association has led efforts to change public policy for leave of absence instead of resignation for pregnancy, bring in Social Security benefits, adopt unemployment benefits, establish a state-paid retirement system, and secure overtime compensation for all state employees; and

Whereas, Members have come together not only to advocate for their interests, but also as a source of solidarity, resilience, and empowerment; and

Whereas, This unity has fostered a culture of mutual respect and shared purpose among Michigan’s public servants, ensuring their voices are heard in the halls of power; and

Whereas, We applaud the Michigan State Employees Association for its enduring legacy of advocacy and service to public employees, and express confidence in its continued commitment to protecting their rights and welfare in the years ahead; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the Senate, That the members of this legislative body commemorate the 75th anniversary of the Michigan State Employees Association (MSEA).