IN HR0039

Honors Representative Edward D. Clere upon his retirement after nine consecutive terms representing House District 72, first elected in 2008

Recognizes his committee service including chairing the Public Health Committee (2012-2015) and the Ways and Means Health and Medicaid Subcommittee (since 2020)

Credits his authorship of legislation enabling syringe service programs in response to the 2015 Scott County HIV outbreak, and the 2019 Nurse Licensure Compact legislation

Acknowledges his advocacy for Medicaid expansion, support for vulnerable populations, and work promoting the craft alcohol industry including creating the artisan distiller's permit in 2013

Directs the Principal Clerk to transmit a copy of the resolution to Representative Clere