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

            House Resolution No. 448.

            A resolution of tribute for the Honorable Harold L. Haugh.

            Whereas, It is with deep appreciation for his dedication to the people of this state and his community that we commend and thank Harold Haugh as he brings to a close his tenure with the Michigan House of Representatives. Over the course of his notable career, he has exerted a strong positive impact on public policy in many issue areas; and

            Whereas, Prior to his election to the House in 2008, Harold Haugh worked extensively in the business and political world, spending 40 years with General Motors and having served on the Roseville Planning Commission, Roseville City Council, chair of the Parks and Recreation Commission, and mayor. In his six years in the Michigan House of Representatives, he developed a reputation for his commitment and keen insights, especially in the areas of elections, tax policy, and regulatory reform; and

            Whereas, As minority vice-chair of two committees, Representative Haugh has worked diligently on legislation for the benefit of his constituents and all residents of Michigan. His sense of fairness and understanding of the legislative process has proved a vital resource for his colleagues; now, therefore, be it

            Resolved by the House of Representatives, That we offer this expression of our respect and admiration to the Honorable Harold L. Haugh as he completes his excellent service to the people of Michigan through this legislative body; and be it further

            Resolved, That copies of this resolution be transmitted to Representative Haugh as evidence of our best wishes.