Bill Text: MI HR0379 | 2009-2010 | 95th Legislature | Introduced

Michigan House Resolution 379 (Prior Session Legislation)

Introduced

Bill Title: A resolution of tribute for the Honorable James Marleau.

Spectrum: Partisan Bill (Democrat 1-0)

Status: (Passed) 2010-12-01 - Adopted [HR0379 Detail]

Download: Michigan-2009-HR0379-Introduced.html

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

House Resolution No. 379.

A resolution of tribute for the Honorable James Marleau.

Whereas, It is a privilege for the members of this legislative body to join together in thanking the Honorable James Marleau as he completes his tenure in the Michigan House of Representatives. He has set an example of public service that will benefit the House of Representatives for years to come; and

Whereas, Born in the Lake Orion community, James Marleau earned an associate's degree in business and finance from the University of Toledo, and studied further at Central Michigan University. He went on to work in the private sector, as a store manager, manufacturer's representative, and business owner. Active in numerous civic organizations, James Marleau decided to serve the public, including his eight years as the Orion Township Treasurer; and

Whereas, First elected in 2004 to the House of Representatives, Representative Marleau earned the confidence of his constituents, winning reelection in 2006 and 2008. His education and background gave him many insights into shaping the legislation that was considered by the committees he served on over the years, including those dealing with health policy, commerce, banking and financial services, tax policy, energy and technology, and insurance. Representative Marleau provided leadership during his tenure as the chair of JCAR, as the vice chair of the Employment Relations, Training, and Safety Committee, and as the minority vice chair of the Health Policy Committee. We thank him for his dedication to the Legislature and his commitment to the people of the state of Michigan; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the House of Representatives, That we honor Representative James Marleau as he concludes his service with the Michigan House of Representatives; and be it further

Resolved, That copies of this resolution be transmitted to Representative Marleau as evidence of our esteem.