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

            House Resolution No. 490.

            A resolution of tribute for the Honorable David Law.

            Whereas, As David Law brings to a close his tenure with the Michigan House of Representatives, it is a pleasure and a distinct privilege to extend our thanks for his commitment to the work of this legislative body and his service on behalf of the people of Michigan. Our state and the Michigan House of Representatives have clearly benefited from the hard work and dedication of Representative David Law; and

            Whereas, David Law has distinguished himself as a highly effective lawmaker. He has served on a number of committees, including the House Committee on Government Operations, the House Commerce Committee, and the House Committee on Insurance. He has perhaps been most effective in the House Committee on Judiciary, where his strong criminal justice background has lent insight and experience on legislation addressing a host of highly complex and critical public safety issues. He has also been instrumental in adopting public acts in the important areas of economic development and the oversight and management of financial institutions; and

            Whereas, Service, it is said, is the rent we pay for our space on earth. David Law has clearly demonstrated that he has paid his earthly dues. He has been an assistant prosecutor, and he has been active in many local endeavors involving public safety and justice, such as teen court and Mothers Against Drunk Driving, as well as being a respected policymaker in the Michigan House of Representatives. We appreciate all of his hard work and commitment to the people of the Great Lakes State; now, therefore, be it

            Resolved by the House of Representatives, That we hereby offer this expression of tribute to commend and thank the Honorable David Law 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 Law as evidence of our gratitude and best wishes.