MI SR0188

Honors Senator Michael Bishop for his distinguished service representing the 12th Senate District, recognizing his leadership in fiscal efficiency and governmental responsibility.

Acknowledges Bishop's educational background including a bachelor's degree in history from University of Michigan, juris doctorate from Detroit College of Law, and studies abroad at Cambridge University and University of Paris-Sorbonne.

Recognizes his legislative accomplishments including sponsoring the nation's first Michigan child protection registry and 2003 legislation establishing identity theft as a felony in Michigan.

Notes his service as Senate Majority Leader from 2007 to 2010, chair of the Senate Banking and Financial Institutions Committee, and chair of the Government Operations Committee.

Commends Bishop for his contributions to the Michigan Senate and directs that copies of the resolution be transmitted to him.