Gov. Whitmer Signs Bipartisan Bill Uplifting Historic Accomplishments of Black Baseball Players in Michigan
June 21, 2024
June 21, 2024
LANSING, Michigan, June 21 -- Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, D-Michigan, issued the following news release on June 19, 2024:
Today, Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed legislation recognizing May 2 as Negro Leagues Day in Michigan, a significant move to honor the contributions and legacy of African American baseball players who played in the Negro Leagues.
"I am honored to sign this bipartisan bill to honor the history of Black baseball players and teams in Michigan," sa . . .
Today, Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed legislation recognizing May 2 as Negro Leagues Day in Michigan, a significant move to honor the contributions and legacy of African American baseball players who played in the Negro Leagues.
"I am honored to sign this bipartisan bill to honor the history of Black baseball players and teams in Michigan," sa . . .