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

            House Resolution No. 374.

            A resolution of tribute for the Honorable Ken Goike.

            Whereas, The members of this legislative body hereby extend our highest praise and commendation to Representative Ken Goike as he concludes his final term with the Michigan House of Representatives. A distinguished lawmaker from the Thirty-third District, Representative Goike's talent, experience, and hard work have contributed to the development of sound policies in Michigan; and

            Whereas, As owner of Goike Trucking and Excavating, Ken Goike has served the residents of Macomb County since 1981. He has made a positive contribution to his community as president of the Armada Fair and as a member of community organizations including the Lions, Knights of Columbus, and Macomb 4-H.  His involvement with professional organizations including the Michigan Farm Bureau, Michigan Builders Association, and the Septic Association has provided him with experience beneficial to his work in Lansing; and

Whereas, Representative Goike brought his community and professional knowledge to the House of Representatives in 2010, and since that time has consistently worked for the benefit of his constituents and all the people of Michigan. In doing so, he has served as chair of the Joint Committee on Administrative Rules, vice chair of the House Committee on Tourism and Outdoor Recreation, and as a member on several other committees including Insurance, Natural Resources, Appropriations, and Transportation and Infrastructure. He has been especially active in efforts to strengthen the administrative rules process. His work in the House has been deeply appreciated by his colleagues and staff members; now, therefore, be it

            Resolved by the House of Representatives, That we offer this expression of tribute to commend and thank the Honorable Ken Goike 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 Goike as evidence of our gratitude and best wishes for his future endeavors.