Whereas, Poor outdoor air quality can threaten the health of our citizens; and,

Whereas, It is estimated that one out of every three people in the United State is at a higher risk of experiencing problems from ground-level ozone, a contributor to poor air quality; and,

Whereas, Children, people with lung disease, older adults, and people with heart disease tend to be more vulnerable to outdoor pollution; and,

Whereas, Utilizing the Air Quality Index is simple and free of cost; and,

Whereas, Knowledge of the Air Quality Index can help protect the health of our communities; and,

Whereas, The State of Michigan and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency support efforts that encourage Americans to utilize the Air Quality Index, understand what causes poor air quality, and make strides to improve the overall outdoor air quality; and now therefore be it,

Resolved, That I, Jennifer M. Granholm, Governor of the State of Michigan, do hereby proclaim the week of April 28, 2008, as Air Quality Awareness Week.