Bill Text: MI HR0424 | 2017-2018 | 99th Legislature | Introduced
Bill Title: A resolution of tribute for the Honorable Edward Canfield, D.O.
Spectrum: Partisan Bill (Republican 1-0)
Status: (Passed) 2018-11-27 - Adopted [HR0424 Detail]
Download: Michigan-2017-HR0424-Introduced.html
The Speaker, on behalf of the entire membership of the House of Representatives, offered the following resolution:
House Resolution No. 424.
A resolution of tribute for the Honorable Edward Canfield, D.O.
Whereas, The members of this legislative body are honored to thank Representative Edward Canfield as he completes his work with the Michigan House of Representatives. Throughout his tenure of four years, he has been a dedicated advocate for the Eighty-fourth District in Huron and Tuscola counties and the entire state of Michigan; and
Whereas, Elected to the House of Representatives in 2014, Representative Canfield entered public service with a wealth of experience and expertise. After completing his associate’s degree in environmental health technology from Merritt College and bachelor’s degree in biology from Lake Superior State College, he then went on to earn a Doctorate of Osteopathy from the Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine. Most recently practicing at the Caro Medical Clinic, he is a board certified osteopathic family physician and previously ran the Canfield Family Practice with his wife, Cheryl. He served his country for five years as a member of the United States Navy. He has given back to his community and profession by serving in numerous leadership positions as past president of the Sebewaing Rotary Club, Michigan Osteopathic Association, and Eastern Michigan Osteopathic Association; and
Whereas, In his two terms in office, Representative Canfield sought to improve the lives of Michigan residents and develop policies that better serve them. While serving on the Joint Select Committee on the Flint Water Emergency, he recommended policy solutions to protect future generations of Michigan citizens from lead exposure and ensure clean drinking water. He championed legislation to support health care in rural areas and improve the care provided by physicians and physician’s assistants. Representative Canfield ensured fiscally responsible decision-making as the chair of the Appropriations Subcommittee on Health and Human Services and Subcommittee on Transportation. He also served as vice chair of the Appropriations Subcommittee on Military and Veterans Affairs and was an active member serving on the Appropriations subcommittees on School Aid and Education, Agriculture and Rural Development, and Corrections; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the House of Representatives, That we offer this expression of tribute to commend and thank the Honorable Edward Canfield, D.O., for his notable contributions to this legislative body and to our state; and be it further
Resolved, That copies of this resolution be transmitted to Representative Canfield as evidence of our gratitude and best wishes.
