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

            House Resolution No. 366.

            A resolution for the Honorable Larry Julian.

            Whereas, It is with great admiration for his commitment to the people of the Eighty-fifth District, as well as the entire state, that we honor Representative Larry Julian as he ends his tenure of service as a member of this legislative body.  His expertise in law enforcement and commitment to excellence in public service greatly enriched the efforts of the Legislature over the past six years; and

            Whereas, Prior to his election to the House of Representatives, Larry Julian served as Venice Township Supervisor and chair of the Shiawassee County central dispatch board, and worked as an officer with the Michigan State Police for over 25 years.  He also worked as a private fire investigator, owner and operator of a restaurant, insurance agent and a fire investigation instructor.   Additionally, he was a member and volunteer with numerous professional, civic and community organizations. 

            Whereas, Since his election in 1998, Representative Julian has incorporated his insights and ideals on public policy issues into his work as a legislator through his efforts in reviving the agricultural industry and reducing crime in the state.  He has contributed a great deal to the policy making process in his role as Speaker Pro Tempore, Chair of the Insurance Committee and member of the Regulatory Reform, Criminal Law and Corrections, Agriculture and Resource Management and other committees.  His legislative efforts, which include legislation in the areas of insurance, criminal law and law enforcement, among others, have strengthened our state in many ways; now, therefore, be it

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

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