The resolution, introduced by a group of Michigan representatives, seeks to declare April 2025 as Scottish-American Heritage Month in the state of Michigan. It highlights the historical significance of April 6, 1320, when Scottish King Robert I signed the Declaration of Arbroath, a pivotal moment in the fight for Scottish independence. The resolution notes the early Scottish immigration to North America, particularly during the colonial era, and acknowledges the current population of over 200,000 Scottish-Americans residing in Michigan.

Additionally, the resolution emphasizes the cultural importance of Tartan Day, celebrated on April 6, which honors Scottish heritage through the traditional tartan patterns associated with Scottish kilts. It mentions the establishment of the Scottish American Society of Michigan in 2009, aimed at preserving Scottish heritage and supporting charitable causes. The resolution also recognizes the St. Andrews Society of Detroit, the oldest Scottish society in the U.S., which has been celebrating Scottish culture through its annual Highland Games since 1849.