The Speaker, on behalf of the entire membership of the House of Representatives, offered the following resolution:

            House Resolution No. 438.

            A resolution of tribute for the Honorable Philip M. Cavanagh.

            Whereas, This legislative body is honored to laud and give appreciation to Representative Cavanagh for his service to Detroit, Redford Township, and the state of Michigan.  With dedication, he has served the residents of his district in Wayne County, as well as adults, children, and those suffering with mental health issues across the state; and

            Whereas, Before serving in the Legislature, Phil Cavanagh earned multiple degrees, including a bachelor's in business administration and a bachelor's in accounting from Aquinas College, and a Master of Business Administration and a law degree from the University of Detroit Mercy. Additionally, he served four terms on the Wayne County Commission where he concentrated on mental health issues, including better service delivery and the care of children. Representative Cavanagh was first elected to the House of Representatives in 2010 and served two terms; and

            Whereas, While a member of the Legislature, Representative Cavanagh ardently continued his efforts on improving mental health care while serving on the Health Policy Committee and has championed good health and wellness policy for the state. He also served on both the Financial Liability Reform Committee, where he tackled insurance issues and consumer protection, and Judiciary Committee as minority vice-chair. Representative Cavanagh’s hard work extended to fighting to stop human trafficking, as he worked on and sponsored legislation to address the issue; now, therefore, be it

            Resolved by the House of Representatives, That we honor and show gratitude to the Honorable Philip M. Cavanagh for his service to this body and entire state; and be it further

            Resolved, That copies of this resolution be transmitted to Representative Cavanagh as evidence of our gratitude and best wishes for his future endeavors.