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SCR 16
SCR 16 is a ceremonial Michigan Senate Concurrent Resolution honoring Michael L. Green for life and public service, expressing condolences to his family; a nonbinding tribute.
Type: Senate Concurrent Resolution (ceremonial)
Primary subject: Memorial/tribute to Michael L. Green, former member of the Michigan House and Senate
Introduced/Offered by: Senators Winnie Brinks and Nesbitt (text indicates Senators Brinks and Nesbitt offered the resolution)
Status: Adopted by the Legislature (concurrent resolution); copies to be transmitted to the Green family
Note on sources: The materials provided contained multiple, unrelated “SCR 16” texts from other states on different topics (e.g., thyroid awareness, task forces, legal opinions). This summary focuses only on the Michigan concurrent resolution that offers a memorial tribute to Michael L. Green.
Purpose and intent
- To formally honor the life and public service of Michael L. (Mike) Green and to express the Legislature’s condolences and appreciation for his contributions to Michigan and his local communities.
Key findings, recitals, and provisions
- Recitals summarize Green’s biography:
- Born in Risco, Missouri; graduated Goodrich High School (1966); attended Flint Jr. College.
- Worked at General Motors for nearly 30 years.
- Operated the family farm for 17 years and owned a custom log furniture business.
- Served eight years as a Tuscola County commissioner and worked as a legislative aide prior to election to the Legislature.
- Active in numerous community organizations (Tuscola County Cooperative Extension, Tuscola County Health Department, Thumb Area Commission on Aging, Michigan Association of Counties, Juniata Baptist Church, Gideons International).
- Legislative service:
- Elected to Michigan House of Representatives in 1994; served three terms (1995–2000).
- Elected to Michigan Senate in 2010; served two terms (2011–2018).
- Committee roles highlighted: vice chair/chair positions on Agriculture, Agriculture & Forestry, Agriculture and Resource Management, Appropriations subcommittee on Agriculture and Rural Development, and committees concerning Natural Resources and Environmental Quality.
- Policy interests and accomplishments noted:
- Known as a pro-life advocate and champion for issues including autism, rural communities, gun ownership, and outdoor stewardship.
- Re-established the bipartisan Legislative Sportsmen’s Caucus.
- Survivors and family recognition:
- Survived by his wife Paula (56 years), five children, and 22 grandchildren; preceded in death by a son and grandson who died before birth.
- Resolution actions:
- Expresses the Legislature’s “highest tribute” in memory of Michael L. Green.
- Directs that copies of the resolution be transmitted to the Green family as an expression of esteem.
Who is affected
- Primarily symbolic: the Green family, former colleagues, constituents, and the public record. The resolution does not create legal rights, duties, or appropriations.
Procedural and fiscal notes
- A concurrent resolution: ceremonial and non-binding. It records legislative sentiment and transmits condolences; it does not change law or require funding.
- No fiscal committee referral or fiscal impact indicated.
Bottom line
- SCR 16 is a formal, nonbinding legislative tribute that documents Michael L. Green’s personal history, public service, areas of advocacy, and the Legislature’s respect and condolences to his family.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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