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

            House Resolution No. 335.

            A resolution for the Honorable John Stewart.

            Whereas, It is with great pleasure and gratitude that the Michigan House of Representatives offers its congratulations to Representative John Stewart for his dedicated public service on behalf of his Wayne County district and for the entire state. His contributions to the legislative process have earned him the admiration and gratitude of his colleagues and staff; and

            Whereas, John Stewart earned his bachelor's degree from Eastern Michigan University, his master's degree from Wayne State University, and his law degree from Michigan State University College of Law (formerly Detroit College of Law). His legal experience includes working in private practice as an attorney in Plymouth. His numerous public service and volunteer activities include service as a Plymouth Township Trustee and membership in the Kiwanis and Chamber of Commerce. He was elected to the Michigan House of Representatives in 2000, and he brought with him the valuable knowledge and experience necessary to be an effective legislator; and

            Whereas, As a member of the Appropriations Committee, including service as chair of the Higher Education Subcommittee and vice chair of the Judiciary Subcommittee, Representative Stewart was able to have a strong positive impact on the legislative process. During his tenure in the Michigan House of Representatives, John Stewart played an instrumental role in rewriting the funding formula for Michigan's major universities. Representative Stewart also sponsored legislation on economic development and education issues, among other areas, which demonstrated his goal to better the lives of Michigan citizens; now, therefore, be it

            Resolved by the House of Representatives, That we offer this expression of sincere thanks and appreciation to commend the Honorable John Stewart for his notable service in the Michigan House of Representatives; and be it further

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