MI HR0382

Honors Representative Jim Ellison for six years of service in the Michigan House of Representatives representing the Twenty-sixth District, which includes Royal Oak and Madison Heights.

Recognizes Ellison's prior local government career including four years as Royal Oak city commissioner, thirteen years as mayor, and roles with the Planning Commission, Woodward Dream Cruise Liaison, and Housing Commission.

Notes Ellison's House service included appointment as minority vice chair of the Local Government and Municipal Finance Committee and membership on committees covering families, children, seniors, health policy, tax policy, and local government.

Acknowledges Ellison's successful sponsorship of bills to simplify taxes for small businesses and protect estates from probate abuse.

Directs transmission of the resolution to Representative Ellison as recognition of his contributions to the legislature and state.