Bill Text: MI HR0374 | 2009-2010 | 95th Legislature | Introduced

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Bill Title: A resolution of tribute for the Honorable Rick Jones.

Spectrum: Partisan Bill (Democrat 1-0)

Status: (Passed) 2010-12-01 - Adopted [HR0374 Detail]

Download: Michigan-2009-HR0374-Introduced.html

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            The Speaker, on behalf of the entire membership of the House of Representatives, offered the following resolution:

            House Resolution No. 374.   

            A resolution of tribute for the Honorable Rick Jones.

            Whereas, It is with admiration for his tenure as a lawmaker that we join to thank the Honorable Rick Jones for his efforts and dedication. Representative Jones has proven in many ways his strong sense of public service and consideration. His has been a consistent voice for solutions based on his concern for Michigan's future; and

            Whereas, First elected in 2004, Representative Jones came to the Michigan Legislature after 31 years with the Eaton County Sheriff's Department, including four years as Eaton County Sheriff. In addition to law enforcement, his work in the private sector, including insurance sales, all enhanced Representative Jones' contributions to the legislative process. His background and insight were valuable assets to the several committees of which he was a member, including Great Lakes and Environment, Judiciary, Military and Veterans Affairs, and Regulatory Reform; and

            Whereas, In addition to his public service, Representative Rick Jones has been involved in numerous civic and community organizations. He has been active in Eaton County Hospice, Special Olympics, the Red Cross, Rotary, and Meals on Wheels. Representative Jones is a dedicated public servant for the citizens of the Seventy-first District; now, therefore, be it

            Resolved by the House of Representatives, That we offer this resolution as an expression of our gratitude to the Honorable Rick Jones for his many contributions to the people of Michigan; and be it further

            Resolved, That copies of this resolution be transmitted to Representative Rick Jones as evidence of our thanks and best wishes.