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

            House Resolution No. 329.

            A resolution for the Honorable Triette Reeves.

            Whereas, As she brings to a close her distinguished tenure in the House, it is a pleasure to commend and thank Representative Triette Reeves for her efforts on behalf of the people of her community and the entire state.  Her deep sense of concern for others and her sense of commitment to public service have been deeply appreciated by her colleagues over the past six years; and

            Whereas, A lifelong Detroiter and  graduate of Michigan State University, Triette Reeves has contributed to the work of the Michigan House of Representatives in several capacities over the years.  She gained her first insights into the lawmaking process in Lansing as a staff member for four years, before being elected to fill a vacancy in 1992.  After efforts working for the Speaker of the House working with the Detroit Democratic Caucus and responsibilities with a host of civic groups, she returned to the House with her election in 1998.  In each role she has filled, Triette Reeves has demonstrated a compassion that is most fitting for a woman who also has devoted herself to the ministry for many years; and

            Whereas, Throughout her work as a lawmaker, Representative Reeves has been devoted to initiatives to help young people and those in need.  These include numerous measures to increase access to health care.  As a member of the House Appropriations Committee during the Ninety-first and Ninety-second Legislatures, she has been an integral part of the state's response to financial pressures; now, therefore, be it

            Resolved by the House of Representatives, That we offer this expression of tribute to commend the Honorable Triette Reeves for her outstanding work as a member of this legislative body over the past six years; and be it further

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