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

            House Resolution No. 435

            A resolution of tribute for the Honorable Theresa Abed.

            Whereas, It is a pleasure to extend this expression of gratitude to Representative Theresa Abed for her hard work, energy, and contributions to the legislative process. Her enthusiasm for public service has benefited the Seventy-first District and the entire state; and

            Whereas, Representative Abed’s career as an elected official began with two terms serving on the Eaton County Board of Commissioners, then election to the Michigan House in 2012. With a master’s degree in social work from Wayne State University, she brought to the Legislature thirty years of experience as a school social worker and served as a tireless advocate for children and the public school system. She also worked as an outpatient therapist in the Family Counseling Center at St. Vincent Catholic Charity; and

            Whereas, Representative Abed has exhibited a true commitment to serving her constituents as she sat on the committees on Education, Insurance, and Regulatory Reform. She displayed a dedication to working families and senior citizens as she engaged in thoughtful consideration of the issues with colleagues from both sides of the aisle; now, therefore, be it

            Resolved by the House of Representatives, That we offer this expression of tribute to commend and thank the Honorable Theresa Abed for her 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 Abed as evidence of our gratitude and best wishes.