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MI HR0401

Resolution

Status

Passed

12/13/2016

Primary Sponsor

Kevin Cotter

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Origin

House of Representatives

98th Legislature

AI Summary

  • House honors Representative Jim Townsend upon completion of his service in the Michigan House of Representatives representing the Twenty-sixth District
  • Townsend served six years in the legislature beginning in 2011, with background including University of North Carolina and University of Michigan education, plus roles as executive director of the Tourism Economic Development Council and founder of the Michigan Suburbs Alliance
  • During three terms, Townsend championed economic development initiatives including the Regional Transit Authority for southeast Michigan and protected Detroit Institute of Arts and Detroit Zoo special assessments from tax increment finance authorities
  • Served as minority vice chair of the Committee on Tax Policy, advancing reforms benefiting Michigan families and workers
  • House directs that a copy of the resolution be transmitted to Representative Townsend as evidence of esteem and best wishes

Legislative Description

A resolution of tribute for the Honorable Jim Townsend.

Last Action

Adopted

12/13/2016

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