The resolution, introduced by several representatives, aims to declare March 2025 as Athletic Trainer Month in Michigan. It highlights the vital role athletic trainers play in providing quality health care to a diverse range of patients, including athletes and individuals engaged in physical activity. With over 1,700 licensed athletic trainers in Michigan, these professionals are essential for risk management, injury prevention, clinical evaluation, immediate care, and rehabilitation, often working in collaboration with physicians.

The resolution also acknowledges the National Athletic Trainers Association, which has been active since 1950 and represents over 35,000 members globally. It emphasizes the importance of raising public awareness about the athletic training profession and the quality health care provided by athletic trainers across various settings, including sports, hospitals, and military services. By declaring March 2025 as Athletic Trainer Month, the resolution seeks to honor and promote the contributions of athletic trainers to health care and community well-being.