MI HR0203

Honors the memory of Thomas W. White, former Michigan House of Representatives member from the eleventh district who served from 1965 to 1968

Recognizes White's background as a Detroit-born community activist who attended the University of Michigan and Wayne State University, earning a bachelor's degree in history

Acknowledges White's legislative service on committees including Civil Rights, Metropolitan Affairs, Social Aid and Welfare, City Corporations, and State Affairs, and his chairmanship of the Aid to Handicapped Committee

Highlights White's post-legislative career directing bond finance programs at Housing and Urban Development, developing multifamily programs for Fannie Mae, and serving with the Detroit Community Relations Commission, NAACP, and Turning Point methadone clinic

Directs that copies of the resolution be transmitted to the White family as a tribute to his legacy