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

            House Resolution No. 404.

            A resolution of tribute for the Honorable Andrea LaFontaine.

            Whereas, We are honored to thank Representative Andrea LaFontaine as she completes her service with the Michigan House of Representatives. For six years, she has been a conscientious leader within this legislative body, championing a wide range of issues important to the people of her hometown, the surrounding communities in Macomb and St. Clair counties, and the entire state; and

            Whereas, A graduate of Richmond High School, Andrea LaFontaine went on to earn a bachelor's degree and a master's degree in public administration from Central Michigan University. After working as a legislative assistant for State Senator Alan Sanborn, the voters of the Thirty-second District elected her as their representative in 2010; and

            Whereas, Representative LaFontaine has worked hard to make our state a better place. Among other accomplishments, she has helped ensure fair tax treatment for people trading in cars or boats, the safe disposal of unused medicine and other hazardous household products, and the continued partnerships between the state and faith-based agencies to place foster or adopted children in loving homes. She has served on numerous committees during her tenure, including four years as chair of the Natural Resources Committee where she has worked hard to make sure Michigan's abundant natural resources are protected and used responsibly. At the same time, she has been a leader within her caucus as the chief deputy whip; and

            Whereas, Representative LaFontaine's efforts have not gone unrecognized. She has been named legislator of the year by both the Michigan Licensed Beverage Association and the Michigan Manufacturers Association; now, therefore, be it

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