house resolution no.388

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

A resolution of tribute for the Honorable Kevin Hertel.

Whereas, We take this opportunity to recognize the Honorable Kevin Hertel’s dedicated service to this chamber as the Representative for the Eighteenth District. Since stepping into his role in this chamber in 2017, Representative Hertel has served not only his constituents in Eastpointe, St. Clair Shores, and Grosse Pointe Shores commendably, but all of Michigan's citizens; and

Whereas, Representative Hertel’s demonstrated commitment to his community was reflected well during his service in this chamber. While studying political science at Michigan State University, Representative Hertel, alongside students from each of Michigan’s 15 public universities, spearheaded efforts to advocate for an increase in higher education funding. Before taking office, Representative Hertel was also employed by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, working as a legislative analyst and later as special assistant to the office of the president. Additionally, Representative Hertel served his community as a board member of the Macomb County Care House, a volunteer at the Macomb County Special Olympics, and a dedicated member of the St. Clair Shores Waterfront Environmental Committee. Representative Hertel is also the devoted husband to his wife, Ann, and loving father to their sons, William and Benjamin; and

Whereas, Representative Hertel’s legislative record stands as a testament to his dedication to this state and the citizenry of the Eighteenth District. Representative Hertel served with distinction as the minority vice chair of both the Oversight and Regulatory Reform committees.  Representative Hertel was also a dedicated member of the committees on Rules and Competitiveness, Ways and Means, Communications and Technology, and Health Policy. During the three terms he spent as a member of this legislative body, Representative Hertel sponsored a variety of legislative efforts, including, among others, modifying Michigan’s Child Protection Law, allowing chiropractors to form their own professional corporations and LLCs, and amending the Bingo Act; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the House of Representatives, That we offer this expression of tribute in gratitude to the Honorable Kevin Hertel for his commendable service to this chamber and the State of Michigan; and be it further

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