The resolution recognizes October 19-26, 2025, as Microplastics Awareness Week in Michigan, highlighting the state's rich natural resources, including its numerous lakes, rivers, and wetlands. It emphasizes the ecological, social, and economic benefits these water bodies provide to residents and wildlife, while also addressing the environmental risks posed by plastic pollution, particularly microplastics. The resolution notes that microplastics are prevalent in the Great Lakes region and can originate from various sources, including the breakdown of larger plastics and the manufacturing process. Emerging scientific evidence suggests that plastic pollution may have adverse effects on both human health and the environment.

To combat plastic pollution, the resolution calls for a comprehensive approach that includes research, monitoring, and public education. It encourages industries, businesses, and the public to seek alternatives to plastics and to engage in practices that reduce plastic waste. During Microplastics Awareness Week, Michiganders are urged to learn about the issue and participate in activities such as community cleanups and reducing single-use plastics to help protect their waterways.