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

            House Resolution No. 400.

            A resolution of tribute for the Honorable Alberta Tinsley-Talabi.

            Whereas, The members of this legislative body are proud to offer this expression of appreciation to honor Representative Alberta Tinsley-Talabi for her service to the residents of the Second District and all the citizens of Michigan; and

            Whereas, Alberta Tinsley-Talabi was elected to the House of Representatives in 2010. She came to the Legislature with a long and distinguished background in public service as a member of the Detroit City Council from 1993 to 2009. Her years on the council provided her with an insight and perspective that have been beneficial to her role as a legislator; and

            Whereas, Representative Tinsley-Talabi has been a champion for efforts to improve the quality of life for Detroiters and for citizens throughout Michigan. She has utilized her experience and insight as a member of the Families, Children, and Seniors Committee as well as to the Military and Veterans Affairs Committee. As a committed voice for those without a voice, Representative Tinsley-Talabi has consistently demonstrated her commitment to improving the community by focusing on the needs and issues most pertinent to families; now, therefore, be it

            Resolved by the House of Representatives, That we pay tribute to Alberta Tinsley-Talabi for her service to the House of Representatives and to the people of Michigan; and be it further

            Resolved, That a copy of this resolution be transmitted to Representative Tinsley-Talabi as evidence of our esteem.