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

            House Resolution No. 450.

            A resolution of tribute for the Honorable Dave Pagel.

            Whereas, It is with pleasure that we extend this expression of gratitude to Representative Dave Pagel as he concludes his tenure with the Michigan House of Representatives. His dedicated work and leadership on behalf of his constituents in the Seventy-eighth District and this state have been greatly appreciated; and

            Whereas, After graduating from Michigan State University with a bachelor’s degree in agricultural business, Dave Pagel crafted a career in agriculture and public service. He is the owner and operator of Dave Pagel Produce in Berrien Springs. In addition to serving as the Berrien Springs Public School Board president, he was the chair of the Berrien County Board of Commissioners and a member of the Michigan Farm Bureau; and

            Whereas, Elected to the Michigan House of Representatives in 2012, Representative Pagel’s wealth of experience has served this chamber well during his 6-year tenure, and he distinguished himself through his leadership responsibilities. He served on numerous committees while in the House, including Appropriations where he served as chair of the Corrections subcommittee, working tirelessly to create a responsible and effective corrections budget. Representative Pagel was also named Legislator of the Year in 2017 by the Michigan Association of School Social Workers for his support for public education and mental health care; now, therefore, be it

            Resolved by the House of Representatives, That we offer this expression of tribute to commend and thank the Honorable Dave Pagel 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 Pagel as evidence of our gratitude and best wishes.