The resolution urges Michigan's U.S. Senators, Elissa Slotkin and Gary Peters, to support H.R. 5371, which aims to reopen the federal government and restore funding for essential programs, particularly the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). The resolution highlights the negative impact of the federal government shutdown on critical services that Michigan residents depend on, noting that SNAP benefits for approximately 1.5 million Michiganders are at risk of being frozen starting November 1, 2025. The resolution also emphasizes the importance of SNAP in promoting access to healthy food through initiatives like the Double Up Food Bucks program.

Furthermore, the resolution points out the broader implications of the shutdown, including the financial strain on federal employees who are either furloughed or working without pay. It calls for immediate action to prevent further hardship for Michigan families and urges the senators to act in favor of the legislation that would provide short-term funding while the appropriations process continues. Copies of the resolution will be sent to Senators Slotkin and Peters to ensure they are aware of the Senate's position on this matter.