State Rep. Tom Kuhn (R-Troy) today testified before the House Government Operations Committee on behalf of his bill to name the month of May as “Chaldean American Month” in Michigan.

“This is a well-earned and long-overdue recognition,” said Kuhn. “Chaldean Americans are a cornerstone of Michigan’s cultural, economic, and civic life, especially in Southeast Michigan. We are home to the largest Chaldean population in the world outside of Iraq, with more than 187,000 residents in Macomb and Oakland counties alone.”

House Bill 4303 would declare the month of May of each year as “Chaldean American Month” to recognize the contributions of Chaldean, Assyrian, and Syriac Americans to Michigan and the United States.

“Their deep-rooted faith and family values remain a defining part of our communities,” said Kuhn. “They are leaders in business, law, medicine, education, and public service, and they are building strong families, strong communities, and a stronger Michigan.”