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

House Resolution No. 350.

            A resolution for the Honorable Rick Baxter.

            Whereas, It is with great respect that we honor and thank Representative Rick Baxter, our colleague and friend, for his service to the people of the state of Michigan as a member of the House of Representatives. His high standards have benefited the citizens of the Sixty-fourth House District and the state as a whole; and         

Whereas, Representative Baxter earned a bachelor's degree in English and business from Spring Arbor University.  He worked as the chief financial officer at Baxter Machine and Tool and served as a Jackson County Commissioner prior to serving as a member of Michigan's Ninety-third Legislature.  Representative Baxter was elected to the House of Representatives in 2004; and

            Whereas, His experience and education have proven to be important assets during his term as a legislator. Representative Baxter has contributed significantly to the legislative process through his work on the Conservation, Forestry, and Outdoor Recreation; Energy and Technology; and Local Government and Urban Policy Committees. Representative Baxter has used his knowledge and experience to offer invaluable insight on issues concerning child protection and business and economic development; now, therefore, be it

            Resolved by the House of Representatives, That we offer this expression of tribute to commend and thank the Honorable Rick Baxter for his notable contributions to this legislative body and to our entire state; and be it further

            Resolved, That a copy of this resolution be transmitted to Representative Baxter as evidence of our gratitude and best wishes.