Whereas,   In Michigan, thousands of our citizens have served as members of the Armed Forces, and in doing so, honored our nation with their dedication; and,

Whereas, It is important to recognize the sacrifices made by our veterans who are paralyzed; and,

Whereas, These paralyzed veterans personify the highest ideals of service to country, sacrifice of self and perseverance in overcoming adversity, and their stories of hardship and triumph provide life-affirming lessons for us all; and now therefore be it,

Resolved, That I, Jennifer M. Granholm, Governor of the State of Michigan, do hereby proclaim the week of April 9, 2006, as PVA Awareness Week in Michigan.  I encourage the citizens of Michigan to honor these paralyzed veterans.