Senate Resolution No. offered by Senators Damoose and McMorrow designates June 17, 2026, as Cherry Industry Day in Michigan. The resolution highlights Michigan's status as the leading cherry-producing state in the U.S. and its recognition as the unofficial Cherry Capitol of the World. It notes the significance of the National Cherry Festival, which attracts over 500,000 visitors each July to celebrate cherries and community involvement in Traverse City. The resolution also acknowledges the historical context of cherry celebrations in Michigan, dating back to the first Blessing of the Blossoms Festival in 1926.

Additionally, the resolution emphasizes the health benefits of cherries, which are rich in antioxidants and vitamins, and the role of the Cherry Marketing Institute in promoting the use of cherries through various initiatives. It recognizes the contributions of growers, processors, and merchants in supporting the Grand Traverse Region and the importance of the cherry harvest to the local community. The resolution concludes with a formal commemoration of Cherry Industry Day by the Senate.