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

            House Resolution No. 468.

            A resolution of tribute to the Honorable Kate Segal.

            Whereas, It is with appreciation that we thank Representative Segal for her service to the state and this legislative body. She has worked tirelessly and with passion on behalf of her constituents in the Sixty-second District over the past six years; and

            Whereas, Kate Segal is a proud alumnus of Kalamazoo College where she received a bachelor’s degree in sociology. Her dedication to public service led her to serve on the Calhoun County Board of Commissioners for six years, two of which were as the board’s chairperson.  She also founded and chaired the Calhoun County Health Plan. Her drive to help others and to make a difference in her community led her to travel to Lansing and work as a democratic policy analyst; and

            Whereas, The residents of Calhoun County elected her as their state representative in 2008. For six years, she has brought her insight and knowledge to innumerable committees, including Agriculture, Urban Policy, Michigan Competitiveness, and as a vice-chair for the Insurance and Health Policy committees. Recognizing her leadership skills, her colleagues selected her to be the House Minority Floor Leader for the 2011-2012 legislative session. Outside groups have also taken note of Representative Segal’s abilities. She has been applauded by several organizations, including the Michigan National Guard. In 2013, it awarded her the Distinguished Service Medal, the highest civilian award bestowed, for her efforts to save the Michigan Youth Challenge Academy; now, therefore, be it

            Resolved by the House of Representatives, That we commend and thank Representative Kate Segal for her service in this legislative body; and be it further

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