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

            House Resolution No. 446.

            A resolution of tribute for the Honorable Bob Genetski.

            Whereas, On the occasion of his retirement from the Michigan House of Representatives, the members of this legislative body deem it a great honor to congratulate Representative Genetski after six years of service. A teacher for ten years specializing in at-risk high school students, Bob Genetski brought that experience to bear as he contributed to the discourse on issues in Michigan education; and

            Whereas, Representative Genetski served with distinction on several House committees during his tenure. As a member of the Appropriations Committee, he chaired the Subcommittee on Higher Education, and sat as vice-chair on the subcommittees on Community Colleges and Military and Veterans Affairs. He has also served on the Education, Health Policy, Tax Policy, and Tourism committees. A testament to his leadership skills, he served as Republican Whip and Assistant Majority Whip during his first two terms; and

            Whereas, Representative Genetski has strong ties to his community as a member of St. Peter’s Church, the North Allegan County Right to Life, the Allegan County Farm Bureau, the Saugatuck Historical Society, and the Holland Young Professionals. He is also a member of the Omicron Delta Kappa national leadership honor society; now, therefore, be it

            Resolved by the House of Representatives, That we offer this expression of gratitude to commend and thank the Honorable Bob Genetski as he concludes his service to the Michigan House of Representatives; and be it further

            Resolved, That copies of this resolution be transmitted to Representative Genetski with our esteem and best wishes.