Resolved by the membership of the Michigan Law Revision Commission, That
we extend this expression of our gratitude to Maura D. Corrigan for her exemplary work
with this body. We commend her for her commitment to the law and our state and look
forward to her continued contributions as a member of the Michigan Supreme Court.
A RESOLUTION HONORING REPRESENTATIVE MICHAEL E. NYE
A resolution to commend and thank the Honorable Michael E. Nye for his service
to the Michigan Law Revision Commission.
Whereas, With his retirement from his responsibilities with the Michigan House
of Representatives, Michael Nye is bringing to a close a tenure of great effectiveness in
shaping laws and public policies for our people. His talents and energies in the field of
law have been notable in his duties as a member of the Michigan Law Revision
Commission throughout his eight years of outstanding service; and
Whereas, First elected to the House in 1982, Michael Nye brought with him to
Lansing invaluable experiences as an attorney, farmer, veteran, and member of
community and agriculture groups. His perspective has been shaped not only by his
studies at Purdue University and the Detroit College of Law, but also by the insights he
gained in learning how state government policies impact virtually all citizens and
businesses; and
Whereas, Highlights of Representative Nye's distinguished lawmaking career
include his chairmanship and overall leadership with the House Judiciary Committee, his
major contributions to the effort to reshape school financing in this state, and service on
both the Sentencing Guidelines Commission and the Trial Court Assessment
Commission. With this wealth of knowledge, he has been a valuable member of the
Michigan Law Revision Commission. His perspective as a lawmaker has been
particularly helpful in developing meaningful recommendations; now, therefore be it
Resolved by the membership of the Michigan Law Revision Commission, That
we salute Representative Michael E. Nye as he completes his service to the commission
and to the Michigan Legislature. We offer our best wishes and trust that his work with the
law will continue to strengthen Michigan in the years to come.
A RESOLUTION HONORING REPRESENTATIVE TED WALLACE
A resolution to commend and thank the Honorable Ted Wallace for his service to
the Michigan Law Revision Commission.
Whereas, Over the past several years, during an era of significant change in how
our state addresses key components of our judicial system, Ted Wallace has rendered
exemplary service through his experience and his insights. In addition to his strong
leadership within the House of Representatives, including his work as the chair of the
House Judiciary Committee, this distinguished gentleman has served the Michigan Law
Revision Commission with effectiveness and vision; and
Whereas, A graduate of Wright State University and the University of Michigan
Law School, Ted Wallace is a veteran of service with the Navy during the Vietnam War.
First elected to the House of Representatives in 1988, he has been a key participant in
debates on many central aspects of the law. He has been especially committed to the
protection of individual rights and has been very active through his membership on the
landmark Michigan Sentencing Guidelines Commission; and
Whereas, Ted Wallace has served the Michigan Law Revision Commission since
1993. During his tenure, his knowledge of the legislative process has blended well with
his understanding of how the law impacts the lives of people far removed from debate in
Lansing and has made him a valued contributor to the commission's work; now therefore,
be it
Resolved by the membership of the Michigan Law Revision Commission, That
we offer this expression of our thanks and respect to Representative Ted Wallace for the
dedication he has brought to his work as a lawmaker and as a member of this public
body. We are confident that his sense of commitment and justice will long serve our state
well.