Rep. Bizon offered the following resolution:

House Resolution No. 333.

A resolution to declare September 2016 as Baby Safety Month in the state of Michigan.

Whereas, Baby Safety Month was initiated to educate parents and caregivers on the importance of the safe use and selection of juvenile products; and

Whereas, While nothing can replace adult supervision in preventing serious injury to young children, parents and caregivers can take certain precautions to eliminate dangers and make the home a safer environment for infants; and

Whereas, These precautions are not limited to, but can include: placing a sleeping infant on their back to sleep during naps and at night; keeping pet food, refrigerator magnets, and choking hazards out of reach; purchasing medication in child-resistant containers; installing carbon monoxide alarms and smoke detectors near every sleeping area of the home; making sure children play with age appropriate toys; keeping first aid supplies in the home; and providing babysitters and other caregivers with telephone numbers for police and fire departments, poison control centers, health care providers and neighbors in case of emergency; and

Whereas, Greater public awareness of the hidden hazards that exist in the home can help parents and caregivers in this state and throughout the nation promote the health and well-being of their families and make the home a safe haven for infants and children; and

Whereas, This year, Baby Safety Month focuses on educating parents and caregivers on the importance of filling out product registration cards and recall response; and

Whereas, Product registration is the easiest way to effectively manage recalls and ensure your baby is using the safest products. Knowing about and responding to product recalls can be life-saving; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the House of Representatives, That the members of this legislative body declare September 2016 as Baby Safety Month in the state of Michigan.