MICHIGAN HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 2/14/07

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1 MICHIGAN HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 2/14/07

2 Representative Edward Gaffney Birthdate: 12/23/1943 Hometown: Grosse Pointe Farms Party: Republican District: 1 Committees: Health Policy (MVC), Regulatory Reform Community Groups: St. Michael s Episcopal Church, Grosse Pointe Historical Society, Grosse Pointe Farms Foundation, Eastside Republican Club, Grosse Pointe South High School Gridiron Boosters. Education: Eastern Connecticut St. University: B.A.; Michigan State University: M.A.; Cooley Law School; Wayne State University. Previous Profession: Director of the Michigan Center for Truck Safety, regional government affairs director for the American Automobile Manufacturers Association, and legal counsel and research analyst for the Michigan Legislative Services Bureau. House Term: 3 Campaign Committee Information: Address: edwardgaffney@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

3 Representative Lamar Lemmons, Jr. Birthdate: 6/23/1936 Hometown: Detroit District: 2 Committees: Energy and Technology, Insurance, Military and Veterans Affairs and Homeland Security Senior Health, Security, and Retirement Community Groups: East Side Business Alliance. Education: Detroit Institute of Technology. Previous Profession: N/A House Term: 2 Campaign Committee Information: Address: lamarlemmonsjr@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

4 Representative Bettie Cook Scott Birthdate: 5/31/1951 Hometown: Detroit District: 3 Committees: Education, Insurance, Judiciary, Regulatory Reform (MVC) Community Groups: Certified crime prevention practitioner, political consultant. Education: Wayne State University: Bachelor of Art; Northwestern University: Police Staff and Command. Previous Profession: Police Reserve Coordinator, Law-enforcement officer, substitute teacher for Detroit Public Schools, Supervisor for Omni Care Health Plan. House Term: 1 Campaign Committee Information: Address: bettiecookscott@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

5 Representative Coleman Young Birthdate: 10/18/1982 Hometown: Detroit District: 4 Committees: Government Operations, Intergovernmental, Urban and Regional Affairs (MVC), Tax Policy, Transportation Community Groups: Education: Currently attends Wayne State University. Previous Profession: Owner, Young & Associates (e-business). House Term: 1 Campaign Committee Information: Address: colemanayoungii@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

6 Representative Bert Johnson Birthdate: 10/20/1973 Hometown: Highland Park District: 5 Committees: Banking and Financial Services (MVC), Commerce, Insurance, Intergovernmental, Urban and Regional Affairs Community Groups: Member of Hartford Memorial Baptist Church, Mt. Pavan Lodge No. 2, the Highland Park Optimist Club and the NAACP Education: Graduate of Detroit Jesuit High School & Academy and is studying Criminology and Security Administration at University of Detroit, Mercy Previous Profession: Chief of staff for former Rep. Bill McConico House Term: 1 Campaign Committee Information: Address: bertjohnson@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

7 Representative Marsha Cheeks Birthdate: 3/7/1956 Hometown: Detroit District: 6 Committees: Appropriations Appropriations Subcommittees: General Government (C), School Aid Fund & Education, Transportation (VC) Community Groups: N/A Education: Western Michigan University: B.A.; Central Michigan University, Central Michigan University. Previous Profession: Teacher of business and mathematics, served as Precinct Delegate in the 15th Congressional District. House Term: 3 Campaign Committee Information: Address: marshacheeks@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

8 Representative Virgil Smith Birthdate: 12/18/1979 Hometown: Detroit District: 7 Committees: Banking and Financial Services, Insurance (C), Judiciary, Regulatory Reform Community Groups: Project Vote Smart, Detroit s Word of Faith Christian Center, Michigan Legislative Black Caucus. Education: Michigan State University. Previous Profession: Soon after graduating from MSU he was elected state Representative. House Term: 3 Campaign Committee Information: Address: virgilsmith@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

9 Representative George Cushingberry (Appropriations Chairman) Birthdate: 1/6/1953 Hometown: Detroit District: 8 Committees: Appropriations Appropriations Subcommittees: House Fiscal Agency (C), Supplementals (C) Community Groups: Concerned Citizens Council Youth Task Force, Afro- American Museum of Detroit, NAACP. Education: Wayne State University: B.A., M.A.; University of Detroit: J.D. Previous Profession: Served on the Wayne County Board of Commissioners for more than 12 years, and was the youngest person ever elected to the Michigan House of Representatives at the age of 21 (1974). House Term: 6 (4 terms prior to term limits) Campaign Committee Information: Address: georgecushingberry@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

10 Representative Shanelle Jackson (Associate Speaker Pro Tempore) Birthdate: 6/15/1980 Hometown: Detroit District: 9 Committees: Appropriations Appropriations Subcommittees: Higher Education, History Arts & Libraries (VC), Human Services Community Groups: Founder of Youth Empowerment Coalition in Detroit; work with NAACP young adult committee; member,word of Faith International Christian Center in Southfield. Education: Working toward master's in social justice at Mary Grove College in Detroit; bachelor's in political science from University of Michigan; graduate of Redford High School in Detroit Previous Profession: Sales professional House Term: 1 Campaign Committee Information: Address: shanellejackson@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

11 Representative Gabe Leland Birthdate: 9/28/1982 Hometown: Detroit District: 10 Committees: Agriculture, Great Lakes and Environment, New Economy and Quality of Life (MVC), Transportation Community Groups: Habitat for Humanity, Kehillat Israel Synagogue. Education: Ferris State University. Previous Profession: N/A House Term: 2 Campaign Committee Information: Address: gabeleland@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

12 Representative Morris Hood Birthdate: 5/21/1965 Hometown: Detroit District: 11 Committees: Appropriations, Oversight and Investigations Appropriations Subcommittees: Capital Outlay (C), Community Health, Fiscal Oversight (C), Community Groups: NAACP, 13th Congressional District, 14th Congressional District, Barton McFarland Neighborhood Association. Education: Wayne State University. Previous Profession: Morris is currently on leave from Ford Motor Company where he was employed as an auto-manufacturing technician. House Term: 3 Campaign Committee Information: Address: morrishood3rd@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

13 Representative Steve Tobocman (Majority Floor Leader) Birthdate: 1/27/1970 Hometown: Detroit District: 12 Committees: Oversight and Investigations Appropriations Subcommittees: House Fiscal Agency Community Groups: Community Development Advocates of Detroit, Community Economic Development Association of Michigan, Bowen Branch of the Detroit Public Library, Boards of the Clark Park Coalition, Mexicantown Community Development Corporation, ACLU Metro Detroit Board, Alumni Board of the Ford School of Public Policy at the University of Michigan, Community Economic Development Association of Michigan, Detroit Jewish Initiative. Education: University of Virginia: B.A.; University of Michigan: M.P.P., J.D. Previous Profession: Founder and former executive director of Community Legal Resources; founding member of both the Community Development Advocates of Detroit and the Community Economic Development Association of Michigan. House Term: 3 Campaign Committee Information: Address: stevetobocman@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

14 Representative Barbara Farrah (Associate Speaker Pro Tempore) Birthdate: 1/7/1966 Hometown: Southgate District: 13 Committees: Insurance (MVC), Intergovernmental, Urban and Regional Affairs, Labor, Regulatory Reform, Tax Policy Community Groups: President of the Southgate Democratic Club, St. Pius Catholic Church. Education: University of Michigan-Dearborn: B.A. Previous Profession: Has worked for the Wayne County Department of Environment where she was responsible for community outreach. House Term: 3 Campaign Committee Information: Address: barbarafarrah@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

15 Representative Ed Clemente Birthdate: 10/7/1957 Hometown: Lincoln Park District: 14 Committees: Banking and Financial Services, Commerce, Energy and Technology, Ethics and Elections (MVC), New Economy and Quality of Life (C) Community Groups: Downriver Summit, Cruisin' Downriver, organizer of the annual Business Exposition at Yack Arena in Wyandotte. Education: Ferris State University: B.A.; Michigan State University: B.S. Previous Profession: Held a number of rewarding teaching positions, all while serving as a Trustee of Wayne County Community College and taking a position as a Legislative Aide to then Wayne County Commissioner William O'Neil. House Term: 2 Campaign Committee Information: Address: edclemente@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

16 Representative Gino Polidori Birthdate: 7/23/1941 Hometown: Dearborn District: 15 Committees: Education, Government Operations, Insurance, Military and Veterans Affairs and Homeland Security (C) Community Groups: Dearborn Goodfellows, Italian American Fraternal Club, Dearborn Pioneers Club, Fordson Varsity Alumni Club, American Legion Post 364. Education: Wayne State University. Previous Profession: Served two consecutive terms on the Dearborn City Council and was Dearborn's Fire Chief for 22 years. House Term: 2 Campaign Committee Information: Address: ginopolidori@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

17 Representative Bob Constan Birthdate: 3/25/1959 Hometown: Dearborn Heights District: 16 Committees: Government Operations, Insurance, Labor, Senior Health, Security, and Retirement (MVC) Community Groups: Distinguished Past President, Dearborn Heights Kiwanis Club; Secretary, Old Newsboys Goodfellows Organization. Education: University of Detroit Mercy School of Law: Juris Doctorate; University of Michigan: Bachelor of Arts. Previous Profession: Recording Secretary, 16th Congressional District Democratic Organization (Congressman John Dingell's Congressional District Organization). House Term: 1 Campaign Committee Information: Address: bobconstan@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

18 Representative Andy Dillon (Speaker) Birthdate: 11/22/1961 Hometown: Redford Township District: 17 Committees: Appropriations Subcommittees: House Fiscal Agency (VC) Community Groups: Redford's Planning Commission. Education: Notre Dame: B.A., J.D., Law Degree. Previous Profession: Following college, Andy served on Redford's Planning Commission and as a Magistrate in the 17th District Court. As President of DSC, Ltd., he testified before U.S. Congress on behalf of the U.S. steel industry to preserve manufacturing jobs. House Term: 2 Campaign Committee Information: Address: andydillon@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

19 Representative Richard LeBlanc Birthdate: 9/18/1958 Hometown: Westland District: 18 Committees: Appropriations Appropriations Subcommittees: State Police & Military & Veterans Affairs (C), Transportation Community Groups: Westland Organizations: Cable Commission, Library Board, Historical Commission, Youth Assistance Program, Jaycee s, Cultural Society, Goodfellows; Nankin Transit Commission; Holliday Nature Preserve Association; Westland Democratic Club, and many more organizations, boards and committees. Education: B.A. Human Resources Administration Summa Cum Laude Graduate (4.0 GPA); Wayne State University: 9 credits toward Graduate Degree (4.0 GPA); Driver Education Instructor Certification State of Michigan; I am also a Tool and Die Journeyman and completed related coursework through Schoolcraft Community College Previous Profession: Law enforcement (18 years). House Term: 1 Campaign Committee Information: Address: richardleblanc@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

20 Representative John Pastor Birthdate: 2/3/1962 Hometown: Livonia Party: Republican District: 19 Committees: Military and Veterans Affairs and Homeland Security, Tax Policy Community Groups: Children s Miracle Network, Madonna University, Jack Miller Network, Livonia Jaycees, Knights of Columbus, Livonia Traffic Commission, Zoning Board of Appeals, Planning Commission, City Council. Education: Ferris State University. Previous Profession: President of George H. Pastor and Sons. House Term: 3 Campaign Committee Information: Address: johnpastor@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

21 Representative Marc Corriveau Birthdate: 5/22/1971 Hometown: Northville District: 20 Committees: Education, Ethics and Elections (C), Health Policy Judiciary Community Groups: Education: University of Detroit College of Law: J.D.; Michigan State University: Bachelor Degree. Previous Profession: Owner, Attorney, Corriveau Law Firm; United States Naval Reserves. House Term: 1 Campaign Committee Information: Address: marccorriveau@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

22 Representative Phillip LaJoy Birthdate: 5/28/1944 Hometown: Canton Party: Republican District: 21 Committees: Labor, Transportation (MVC) Community Groups: Canton Township Merit Commissioner, Chamber of Commerce, Lions Club, Leadership Canton Program, Michigan Higher Education Assistance Authority, Community Advisory Council for Saint Joseph Mercy Medical Center. Education: University of Detroit: Business Degree. Previous Profession: Served six-years in the U.S. Marine Corps., worked in the personnel department for UPS, and founded his own business, the LaJoy Group, focusing on human resources and staffing. House Term: 3 Campaign Committee Information: Address: phillajoy@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

23 Representative Hoon-Yung Hopgood Birthdate: 12/8/1974 Hometown: Taylor District: 22 Committee: Education, Energy and Technology, Labor, Senior Health, Security, and Retirement, Transportation (C) Community Groups: Michigan Young Democrats, Democratic Club of Taylor, Michigan Democratic Action Network, University of Michigan Club of Downriver, Board of Michigan Youth in Government, Steering Committee for the Michigan Coalition on Civic Education, Core Team of the National Governors Association Policy Academy. Education: University of Michigan. Previous Profession: Legislative assistant in the office of former state representative Raymond Basham. House Term: 3 Campaign Committee Information: Address: hoon-yunghopgood@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

24 Representative Kathleen Law Birthdate: 6/19/1946 Hometown: Gibraltar District: 23 Committees: Agriculture, Government Operations (MVC), Great Lakes and Environment, Tourism, Outdoor Recreation and Natural Resources Community Groups: Friends of the Detroit River, Downriver Linked Greenways Committee. Education: Eastern Michigan University: B.S. Previous Profession: Former mayor pro tem for the city of Gibraltar, MI; also a retired research scientist. House Term: 3 Campaign Committee Information: Address: kathleenlaw@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

25 Representative Jack Brandenburg Birthdate: 10/22/1951 Hometown: Harrison Township Party: Republican District: 24 Committees: Appropriations Appropriations Subcommittees: Economic Development (MVC), Fiscal Oversight (MVC) Community Groups: Michigan s S.A.F.E. Schools Task Force, Mount Clemens Rotary Club, Kiwanis Club, National Rifle Association. Education: Ashland University: Science Degree in Business Administration, minor in Economics. Previous Profession: Owner, Blue Water Industrial Supply, Inc. House Term: 3 Campaign Committee Information: Address: jackbrandenburg@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

26 Representative Steve Bieda Birthdate: 1/21/1961 Hometown: Warren District: 25 Committees: Ethics and Elections, Judiciary, Labor, Tax Policy (C), Transportation Community Groups: Warren Lions Club, Warren Jaycees (legal counsel), American Polish Century Club (legal counsel), Vice President of the Ushers Club at St. Sylvester Church, Girl Scouts of Macomb County, Warren Historical Society, the Friends of the Library, Warren Symphony, Chamber of Commerce of Warren, Center Line and Sterling Heights. Education: Wayne State University: B.A., M.P.A.; University of Detroit: J.D. Previous Profession: Attorney specializing in estate and tax planning. House Term: 3 Campaign Committee Information: Address: stevebieda@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

27 Representative Marie Donigan Birthdate: 6/17/1954 Hometown: Royal Oak District: 26 Committees: Ethics and Elections, Great Lakes and Environment (MVC), Transportation, Health Policy Community Groups: Royal Oak School Board President, St. John's Episcopal. Education: Western Michigan University: B.A.; University of Pennsylvania: M.A. Previous Profession: Worked as a Landscape Architect in private practice for several years before joining the City of Farmington Hills Department of Planning and Community Development, where she has worked for 15 years. House Term: 2 Campaign Committee Information: Address: mariedonigan@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

28 Representative Andy Meisner Birthdate: 3/30/1973 Hometown: Ferndale District: 27 Committees: Commerce (C), Education, Judiciary, New Economy and Quality of Life, Tax Policy Community Groups: Michigan Democratic Action Network, Drug Free Kids Campaign. Education: University of Michigan. Previous Profession: Former Legislative Assistant for U.S. Congressman Sandy Levin, and cofounder of the Michigan Democratic Action Network. House Term: 3 Campaign Committee Information: Address: andymeisner@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

29 Representative Lisa Wojno Birthdate: 5/31/1972 Hometown: Warren District: 28 Committees: Families and Children's Services, Government Operations (C), Health Policy, Insurance, Regulatory Reform Community Groups: Michigan Nursing Association, State Democratic Party, St. Anne Catholic Church. Education: Oakland University: BSN. Previous Profession: Registered nurse at Beaumont Health Care System. House Term: 3 Campaign Committee Information: Address: lisawojno@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

30 Representative Tim Melton Birthdate: 10/6/1970 Hometown: Pontiac District: 29 Committees: Education (C), Energy and Technology, New Economy and Quality of Life, Tax Policy Community Groups: Member, Pontiac Jaycee's. Member, Oakland County Housing Network. Member, Michigan House of Representatives Task Force on Economic Development for prime age adults, where he sits as the Chairman of the Sub-Committee on Public Health. Education: Oakland University: B.A. in Political Science. Previous Profession: Oakland County Commissioner; National Sales Manager for Official Payments Corporation, a leader in online electronic payment for governmental entities. House Term: 1 Campaign Committee Information: Fax: Phone:

31 Representative Tory Rocca Birthdate: 5/26/1973 Hometown: Sterling Heights Party: Republican District: 30 Committees: Insurance, Judiciary Community Groups: Michigan Bar Association. Education: University of Michigan: School of Business Administration; University of Michigan Law School: Juris Doctor. Previous Profession: Attorney specializing in defending doctors against medical malpractice lawsuits. House Term: 2 Campaign Committee Information: Address: toryrocca@house.mi.gov

32 Representative Fred Miller Birthdate: 10/6/1973 Hometown: Mount Clemens District: 31 Committees: Education, Energy and Technology, Great Lakes and Environment, Labor (C), Transportation Community Groups: Macomb County NAACP Executive Board, Interfaith Center for Racial Justice's Martin Luther King Day Celebration Committee, United Methodist Church, Clinton Township Goodfellows. Education: Michigan State University s James Madison College: Bachelor Degree. Previous Profession: Worked as an aide for U.S. Sen. Carl Levin, U.S. Rep. David Bonior and State Sen. Ken DeBeaussaert. House Term: 2 Campaign Committee Information: Address: fredmiller@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

33 Representative Daniel Acciavatti Birthdate: 10/23/1971 Hometown: Chesterfield Party: Republican District: 32 Committees: Appropriations Appropriations Subcommittees: House Fiscal Agency, Supplementals (MVC) Community Groups: National Rifle Association. Education: University of Michigan: Bachelor in Engineering. Previous Profession: Vice President and Co-Owner of PAMAR Enterprises. House Term: 3 Campaign Committee Information: Address: danielacciavatti@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

34 Representative Kimberly Meltzer (Caucus Vice Chair) Birthdate: 1/1/1964 Hometown: Clinton Township Party: Republican District: 33 Committees: Commerce, Tax Policy (MVC) Community Groups: YMCA Board of Directors; Clinton Twp. Area Optimist Club Board of Directors Education: Bachelor of Arts in Political Science Previous Profession: Small business owner in manufacturing industry. House Term: 1 Campaign Committee Information: Address: kimmeltzer@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

35 Representative Brenda Clack Birthdate: 7/22/1945 Hometown: Flint District: 34 Committees: Education, Families and Children's Services (C), Health Policy, New Economy and Quality of Life Community Groups: 100 Women, Delta Kappa Gamma Honors Society, NAACP. Education: Tennessee State University: B.A. Previous Profession: A former high school history and economics teacher for 32 years with Flint Community Schools, who was honored as the 1995 Michigan Economics Teacher of the Year. House Term: 3 Campaign Committee Information: Address: brendaclack@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

36 Representative Paul Condino Birthdate: 7/26/1956 Hometown: Southfield District: 35 Committees: Government Operations, Insurance, Judiciary (C), Oversight and Investigations (MVC), Tax Policy (MVC) Community Groups: Dominion Family Services, Legal Aid Program, Executive Board Member of the NAACP, Board of Deacons of the Southfield Presbyterian Church, Michigan Trial Lawyers Association, Michigan Bar Association. Education: Wayne State University: B.A.; MSU-Detroit College of Law. Previous Profession: A partner in the law firm of Mooney & Condino, P.C., has also served as a Special Assistant Attorney General defending the State of Michigan in specially assigned civil cases under former Attorneys General Frank Kelley and Jennifer Granholm. House Term: 3 Campaign Committee Information: Address: paulcondino@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

37 Representative Brian Palmer Birthdate: 9/30/1949 Hometown: Romeo Party: Republican District: 36 Committees: Families and Children's Services, Great Lakes and Environment, Tax Policy Community Groups: Bruce Township Trustee. Education: University of Detroit: Bachelor in Architecture/Environmental Science. Previous Profession: President of Palmer Holdings, Ltd. Also heads the Blessed Virgin Mary Foundation. House Term: 3 Campaign Committee Information: Address: repbrianpalmer@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

38 Representative Aldo Vagnozzi Birthdate: 10/4/1925 Hometown: Detroit District: 37 Committees: Appropriations Appropriations Subcommittees: Fiscal Oversight (VC), History, Arts & Libraries (C), School Aid Fund & Education (VC) Community Groups: President of the Farmington Area PTA, Home Owners Association, Consumers Protection Committee, Farmington-area AARP, Steering Committee of the Multi- Cultural/Multi-Racial Committee, Oakland County Coordinator for the Michigan Campaign for Quality Care, Kimberley Home Owners Association, Goodfellows of Greater Farmington, Neighborhood House Executive Committee, St. Alexander s Catholic Church. Education: Wayne State University: B.A. in Journalism. Previous Profession: Founder and former executive director of Community Legal Resources; founding member of both the Community Development Advocates of Detroit and the Community Economic Development Association of Michigan. House Term: 3 Campaign Committee Information: Address: aldovagnozzi@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

39 Representative Craig DeRoche (Minority Leader) Birthdate: 10/4/1970 Hometown: Livonia Party: Republican District: 38 Committees: Appropriations Subcommittees: House Fiscal Agency (MVC) Community Groups: Novi City Council, Novi Consultants Review Committee, National League of Cities, MPLP, SEMCOG, Milford Presbyterian Church. Education: Central Michigan University: Degree in Finance. Previous Profession: Regional marketing representative for Safety National Casualty. House Term: 3 Campaign Committee Information: Address: craigderoche@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

40 Representative David Law Birthdate: 3/9/1969 Hometown: Commerce Township Party: Republican District: 39 Committees: Government Operations (MVC), Insurance, Judiciary Community Groups: West Bloomfield Optimists Club, Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce, West Bloomfield Chamber of Commerce, State Bar of Michigan, Prosecuting Attorneys Association of Michigan, National District Attorneys Association, Multi-Lakes Conservation Association, Right to Life of Michigan, Mothers Against Drunk Driving, Michigan Humane Society, National Rifle Association. Education: Notre Dame: Undergraduate Degree in Business Administration; Detroit College of Law: Juris Doctor. Previous Profession: Assistant Prosecuting Attorney for Oakland County. House Term: 2 Campaign Committee Information: Address: davidlaw@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

41 Representative Chuck Moss Birthdate: 8/31/1953 Hometown: Birmingham Party: Republican District: 40 Committees: Appropriations Appropriations Subcommittees: Judiciary (MVC), School Aid Fund & Education, Community Groups: Birmingham Optimist, Birmingham Rotary. YMCA Education: Michigan State University James Madison College: Bachelor Degree; University of Detroit School of Law: Juris Doctorate. Previous Profession: Attorney; Freelance Writer, Columnist in the Detroit News and Oakland Press; Talk Host WXYT, WTVS House Term: 1 Campaign Committee Information: Address: chuckmoss@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

42 Representative Marty Knollenberg Birthdate: 9/2/1953 Hometown: Troy Party: Republican District: 41 Committees: Commerce, Education, Transportation Community Groups: Kiwanis, Troy Community Coalition, Boys & Girls Club, Troy Chamber of Commerce. Education: Albion College: B.A. in History. Previous Profession: Oakland County Parks and Rec. Commissioner. Grass roots political activist for over 20 years and former Oakland County Commissioner. House Term: 1 Campaign Committee Information: Address: martyknollenberg@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

43 Representative Frank Accavitti Birthdate: 8/31/1957 Hometown: Eastpointe District: 42 Committees: Commerce, Energy and Technology (C), Families and Children's Services, Transportation Community Groups: Eastpointe Kiwanis Club, Eastpointe Lions Club, Selfridge Air National Guard Base Community Council, Eastpointe Historical Society, Friends of the Roseville Library, Eastpointe Community Chest, City of Eastpointe Employees' Pension Fund, Eastpointe Memorial Library Board, South Macomb Disposal Authority, South East Macomb Sanitary District. Education: Western Michigan University; Wayne State University. Previous Profession: Planning Commissioner, City Councilman and Mayor of Eastpointe, Michigan. Small business owner for over 20 years. House Term: 3 Campaign Committee Information: Address: frankaccavitti@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

44 Representative Fran Amos Birthdate: 1/12/1939 Hometown: Waterford Party: Republican District: 43 Committees: Appropriations Appropriations Subcommittees: Economic Development, Higher Education, History, Arts & Libraries (MVC) Community Groups: American Business Women s Association, Ameritech Pioneers, National Rifle Association, Waterford Chamber of Commerce, Waterford Historical Society, Waterford Township s Christmas in Action program, Waterford Youth Assistance, West Bloomfield Youth Assistance. Education: Oakland University. Previous Profession: Executive with Ameritech. House Term: 3 Campaign Committee Information: Address: franamos@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

45 Representative John Stakoe Birthdate: 7/15/1952 Hometown: Highland Party: Republican District: 44 Committees: Commerce, Judiciary, Tourism, Outdoor Recreation and Natural Resources Community Groups: Clarkston Chamber of Commerce, Huron Valley Chamber of Commerce, Novi Chamber of Commerce, Highland Business Association, Huron Valley Optimist Club, Fraternal Order of Police, Michigan Political History Society, County Sportsmen s Club, Highland Township Downtown Development Authority. Education: Eastern Michigan University: Master's Degree in Criminology; Northwestern University School of Staff and Command. Previous Profession: Highland Township Supervisor and Milford police officer for 19 years. House Term: 3 Campaign Committee Information: Address: johnstakoe@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

46 Representative John Garfield Birthdate: 10/6/1949 Hometown: Rochester Hills Party: Republican District: 45 Committees: Energy and Technology, Military and Veterans Affairs and Homeland Security Community Groups: Rochester Chamber of Commerce, Friends of Rochester Hills Library, Meals on Wheels, City of Rochester Canvassing Board, Rochester Hills Holiday Helpers Volunteer, American Legion Rochester Post. Education: University of Maryland. Previous Profession: Carpenter and electrical estimator engineer for Harlan Electric Co. House Term: 3 Campaign Committee Information: Address: johngarfield@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

47 Representative James Marleau Birthdate: 3/18/1947 Hometown: Lake Orion Party: Republican District: 46 Committees: Health Policy, Regulatory Reform (MVC) Community Groups: Habitat for Humanity, Knights of Columbus, Lions Club, Paint Creek & Polly Ann Trail Ways, North Oakland Transportation Authority. Education: University of Toledo: Associates in Business and Finance; Central Michigan University: CMFA. Previous Profession: Orion Township Treasurer for 8 years. House Term: 2 Campaign Committee Information: Address: jimmarleau@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

48 Representative Joe Hune Birthdate: 5/29/1980 Hometown: Hamburg Party: Republican District: 47 Committees: Government Operations, Health Policy, Insurance (MVC) Community Groups: Michigan Association of Realtors, Livingston Association of Realtors, Howell Jaycees, Livingston County Farm Bureau, Livingston County 4-H, St. Agnes Church. Education: Lansing Community College; Michigan State University: Agriculture Business and Animal Science. Previous Profession: Certified weigh master, an agriculture business owner, livestock judge, and a licensed real estate agent. House Term: 3 Campaign Committee Information: Address: joehune@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

49 Representative Richard Hammel Birthdate: 6/30/1958 Hometown: Flushing District: 48 Committees: Appropriations Appropriations Subcommittees: Community Health, Economic Development (C), General Government (VC) Community Groups: UAW Local 651 member; member, Fraternal Order of Police; member, Board of Directors of Automation Alley; member, board of directors for Genesee Region Chamber of Commerce Education: University of Michigan: Bachelor in Applied Science. Previous Profession: Chairman, Genesee County Board of Commissioners. Retired from Delphi Corp. House Term: 1 Campaign Committee Information: Address: richardhammel@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

50 Representative Lee Gonzales Birthdate: 2/19/1950 Hometown: Flint District: 49 Committees: Appropriations Appropriations Subcommittees: Capital Outlay, Higher Education (VC), Transportation (C) Community Groups: Hispanic Caucus of Genesee County. Education: University of Michigan: Master of Public Administration Degree, B.A. in Urban Studies/Urban Administration. Previous Profession: Served 13 years as assistant treasurer to the Genesee County government. Administrator for the Michigan Department of Agriculture. Program specialist, local government liaison (for Gov. James J. Blanchard), assistant to U.S. Rep. Dale E. Kildee (Flint), and assistant director for the Spanish Speaking Information Center in Flint. House Term: 2 Campaign Committee Information: Address: leegonzales@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

51 Representative Ted Hammon Birthdate: 12/26/1948 Hometown: Burton District: 50 Committees: Energy and Technology, Ethics and Elections, Families and Children's Services, Health Policy, Tourism, Outdoor Recreation and Natural Resources Committees: Community Groups: Priority Children; New Paths; IMA Children's Foundation Education: University of Michigan: Bachelor in History. Previous Profession: Genesee County Democratic Party. House Term: 1 Campaign Committee Information: Address: tedhammon@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

52 Representative David Robertson Birthdate: 6/24/1960 Hometown: Grand Blanc Party: Republican District: 51 Committees: Banking and Financial Services, Great Lakes and Environment(MVC), Insurance Community Groups: Grand Blanc s Rotary Club, Federalist Society. Education: University of Michigan. Previous Profession: Bordeau Insurance - Flint. House Term: 3 Campaign Committee Information: Address: davidrobertson@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

53 Representative Pam Byrnes (Associate Speaker Pro Tempore) Birthdate: 6/25/1947 Hometown: Chelsea District: 52 Committees: Appropriations Appropriations Subcommittees: Community Health (VC), Higher Education (C), Judiciary (VC), Transportation Community Groups: Saline Planning Commission, Saline Historic District Commission, Ypsilanti Heritage Festival Committee, Washtenaw Coordinating Council for Children at Risk, Washtenaw Advisory Committee on the Status of Women, Washtenaw County Bar Association, Child and Family Services of Washtenaw County, Ypsilanti Central Business Community, Rotary Club of Ypsilanti, Chamber of Commerce in Saline, Dexter and Chelsea, Western Washtenaw Democratic Club. Education: University of Michigan: B.A., Law Degree; University of Maryland: J.D. Previous Profession: Practices law in Washtenaw County with her own private practice, focusing primarily on family law. Taught business law at Eastern Michigan University and Cleary College. House Term: 2 Campaign Committee Information: Address: pambyrnes@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

54 Representative Rebekah Warren Birthdate: 11/25/1971 Hometown: Ann Arbor District: 53 Committees: Great Lakes and Environment (C), Judiciary Senior Health, Security, and Retirement, Tax Policy Community Groups: Chair of the Ann Arbor Community Development Executive Committee, 2005-present, member, Education: Michigan State University: Graduate work in family and child ecology; University of Michigan: Bachelor in Political Science. Previous Profession: Legislative assistant for former Rep. Hubert Price (D-Pontiac) ; and former Rep. Mary Schroer (D-Ann Arbor), House Term: 1 Campaign Committee Information: Address: rebekahwarren@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

55 Representative Alma Smith Birthdate: 8/6/1941 Hometown: South Lyon District: 54 Committees: Appropriations Appropriations Subcommittees: Community Health, Corrections (C), Higher Education, Human Services (VC) Community Groups: Library of Michigan Board of Trustees, Legislative Black Caucus, Legislative Arts Caucus, NCSL Committee on Education, CSL Issues Committee on Children, Vice Chair of Democratic Legislative Campaign Committee. Education: University of Michigan: B.A. in Journalism. Previous Profession: Former state Senator, Cable Casting Commissioner and Washtenaw County Commissioner. House Term: 2 Campaign Committee Information: Address: almasmith@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

56 Representative Kathy Angerer (Assistant Majority Floor Leader) Birthdate: 11/16/1957 Hometown: Dundee District: 55 Committees: Agriculture, Education, Energy and Technology, Health Policy (C) Community Groups: Dundee PTO, Future for America, Dundee Kiwanis, Salvation Army, Retired Senior Volunteer Corps, Monroe County Opportunity Program. Education: St. Mary's Academy. Previous Profession: Director of Communications - Dundee Community School District. House Term: 2 Campaign Committee Information: Address: kathyangerer@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

57 Representative Kate Ebli Birthdate: 10/15/1958 Hometown: Frenchtown Township District: 56 Committees: Energy and Technology, Great Lakes and Environment, Tourism, Outdoor Recreation and Natural Resources (MVC), Transportation Community Groups: Board member for the Monroe Senior Center and Monroe Family YMCA, Co-Chairwoman - Communications Committee for Active Balance, Director River Raisin Centre for the Arts, Eucharistic minister for the sick and homebound through St. Michael and the Archangel Parish. Pheasants Forever member, Ducks Unlimited member, Michigan Coalition of Responsible Gun Owners member, NRA member, Monroe County Democratic Committee. Education: Oakland University: Masters in Business Administration; Pennsylvania State University: Bachelor in Agriculture. Previous Profession: President, St. Michael School Parent-Teacher Guild; Treasurer and Director, Humane Society of Monroe County. House Term: 1 Campaign Committee Information: Address: KateEbli@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

58 Representative Dudley Spade Birthdate: 3/8/1956 Hometown: Tipton District: 57 Committees: Appropriations Appropriations Subcommittees: School Aid Fund & Education Appropriations Subcommittees: Human Services (C), Natural Resources (VC) Community Groups: Tecumseh Area Little League, First Presbyterian Church in Tecumseh, Starr Commonwealth, Holy Cross Services. Education: Eastern Michigan University: B.A. in Business and Accounting. Previous Profession: Controller at Boysville of Michigan (now Holy Cross Services) for 17 years. Director of Information Systems and Technology at Starr Commonwealth. House Term: 2 Campaign Committee Information: Address: dspade@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

59 Representative Bruce Caswell Birthdate: 10/20/1949 Hometown: Hillsdale Party: Republican District: 58 Committees: Appropriations Appropriations Subcommittees: Community Health (MVC), School Aid Fund & Education (MVC) Community Groups: Make A Difference Day volunteer, Salvation Army volunteer, Athletic Boosters Club at Pittsford High School, Pittsford Lions Club, Hillsdale Masonic Lodge, Michigan High School Coaches Association, Right to Life, Michigan Assessors Association, Michigan Farm Bureau, National Rifle Association, AARP, Michigan State University Alumni Club, Michigan Association of Retired School Personnel. Education: Michigan State University: B.A. in Mathematics, American History, Physics Education; M.A. in U.S. History. Previous Profession: Retired schoolteacher and school superintendent. House Term: 3 Campaign Committee Information: Address: brucecaswell@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

60 Representative Rick Shaffer Birthdate: 8/19/1954 Hometown: Three Rivers Party: Republican District: 59 Committees: Appropriations Appropriations Subcommittees: Capital Outlay (MVC), Human Services (MVC), Community Groups: Health Care Association of Michigan, Michigan Home Health Care Association, Michigan Hospice Association, St. Joseph County Human Services Commission, St. Joseph Economic Development Corporation, St. Joseph Valley Community Federal Credit Union board of directors, Three Rivers Rotary Club, Seventh Day Adventist Church. Education: Kellogg Community College: Associates in Nursing; Western Michigan University: Bachelor in Health Care Studies. Previous Profession: St. Joseph County Board of Commissioners and Director of the Three Rivers Area Hospital Homecare and Hospice. House Term: 3 Campaign Committee Information: Address: rickshaffer@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

61 Representative Robert Jones Birthdate: 3/22/1944 Hometown: Kalamazoo District: 60 Committees: Commerce, Health Policy, Senior Health, Security, and Retirement (C), Tax Policy Community Groups: United Way, Kalamazoo Public Schools, NAACP, March of Dimes, Mount Zion Baptist Church. Education: B.S., Chemistry; M.S., Chemistry. Previous Profession: Mayor, City of Kalamazoo - 4 consecutive terms. House Term: 1 Campaign Committee Information: Address: robertjones@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

62 Representative Jacob Hoogendyk Birthdate: 7/31/1955 Hometown: Kalamazoo Party: Republican District: 61 Committees: Education, Families and Children's Services, Government Operations (MVC) Community Groups: Partners in Ministry, Kalamazoo County Board of Commissioners, Portage Zoning Board of Appeals, Kalamazoo County Public Health Advisory Board. Education: Previous Profession: Executive Director of Alternatives of Kalamazoo, Pregnancy Care Center. House Term: 3 Campaign Committee Information: Address: jackhoogendyk@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

63 Representative Mike Nofs Birthdate: 11/19/1953 Hometown: Battle Creek Party: Republican District: 62 Committees: Energy and Technology (MVC) Appropriations Subcommittees: Community Health, State Police & Military & Verterans Affairs (MVC) Community Groups: Battle Creek Chamber of Commerce, Albion Chamber of Commerce, MSPCOA, Fraternal Order of Police, Fredonia Grange, Access Vision, March of Dimes, Calhoun County Agricultural and Industrial Society, Mothers Against Drunk Driving, Battle Creek's area food banks, St. Philip s Catholic Church. Education: Kellogg Community College: A.A.S. in Criminal Justice; Spring Arbor College: B.S. in Human Resource Management. Previous Profession: Recently retired as the Commander of the Battle Creek State Police Post after 25 years of service. House Term: 3 Campaign Committee Information: Address: mikenofs@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

64 Representative Lorence Wenke Birthdate: 10/9/1945 Hometown: Richland Party: Republican District: 63 Committees: Ethics and Elections, Labor (MVC), Tax Policy Community Groups: Community Correction Advisory Board, Kalamazoo County Chamber of Commerce, Kalamazoo County Council of Governments, Kalamazoo County Park Commission, Kalamazoo County Republican Executive Committee, Kalamazoo Rotary Club, the Kalamazoo Valley Plant Growers Cooperative, the Michigan Grower Products. Education: Western Michigan University: Bachelor in Business Administration. Previous Profession: Owner, Wenke Greenhouses; Partner in Michigan Growers Products; owner of Sunbelt Greenhouses in Douglas, GA. House Term: 3 Campaign Committee Information: Address: lorencewenke@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

65 Representative Martin Griffin Birthdate: 6/10/1962 Hometown: Jackson District: 64 Committees: Commerce, Great Lakes and Environment, Intergovernmental, Urban and Regional Affairs, Transportation (MVC) New Economy and Quality of Life Community Groups: Jackson, Michigan, and National Association of Realtors. Downtown Kiwanis Club. Jackson City Planning Commission. Jackson County Community Plan Committee. Trustee, Ella Sharp Park Board. Trustee Act 345, General, and Old Police and Fire Pension Boards City of Jackson. Cascades Humane Society Capital Campaign. NAACP, Fraternal Order of Police. School Board Member, Jackson Arts and Technology Academy. John George Home Board Member. Education: Bachelor's degree in communication/political science from University of Michigan. Previous Profession: Former Mayor of Jackson, Realtor House Term: 1 Campaign Committee Information: Address: martingriffin@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

66 Representative Mike Simpson Birthdate: 12/11/1962 Hometown: Brooklyn District: 65 Committees: Commerce, Health Policy (MVC), Insurance, Tourism, Outdoor Recreation and Natural Resources Community Groups: As a small-business owner, Mike donates to many charities, and sponsors local programs in the community such as the Columbia Township Police Motorcycle Program. For that program, Mike leases motorcycles for officers, which allows the department to put more authorities on the street. For the past six years, he has bought basketballs for the Columbia High School Basketball Athletic Program and his restaurant has raised more than $30,000 for the Make-A-Wish Foundation. Education: High school Previous Profession: Owner, advertising company; Owner Poppa s Place restaurant; Vice President of Operations for family-owned trucking business; United States Army Reserve. House Term: 1 Campaign Committee Information: Address: mikesimpson@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

67 Representative Chris Ward (Minority Floor Leader) Birthdate: 5/23/1974 Hometown: Brighton Party: Republican District: 66 Committees: Ethics and Elections, Health Policy, Regulatory Reform Appropriations Subcommittees: House Fiscal Agency Community Groups: Brighton District Library Board, the Township Lakes Committee, Township Open Space Committee, the Township Personnel Committee, Fire Board and Water Authority. Education: Cleary University: Business Administration Degree. Previous Profession: Served as Brighton Township Clerk for six years, previously served as a Township Trustee. House Term: 3 Campaign Committee Information: Address: chrisward@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

68 Representative Barb Byrum Birthdate: 11/10/1977 Hometown: Onondaga District: 67 Committees: Agriculture (MVC), Commerce, Education, Health Policy, Intergovernmental, Urban and Regional Affairs (C) Community Groups: Chair the Ingham County Economic Development Corporation, Secretary of the Ingham County Brownfield Redevelopment Authority and Past President of the Charlotte Chamber of Commerce. Education: Michigan State University: Juris Doctorate and Bachelor of Science in Agribusiness Management. Previous Profession: Byrum Hardware, Charlotte-Owner/Operator since December House Term: 1 Campaign Committee Information: Address: barbbyrum@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

69 Representative Joan Bauer Birthdate: 1/21/1950 Hometown: Lansing District: 68 Committees: Appropriations Appropriations Subcommittees: Community Colleges (VC), Economic Development (VC), Higher Education Community Groups: Member, board of directors: Capital Region Community Foundation; Lansing Rotary Foundation; Capital Area United Way; Dart Bank; active volunteer with: American Red Cross; Michigan's Women's Hall of Fame and Historical Center; Capital Girl Scout Council; Greater Lansing Housing Coalition. Education: Western Michigan University: Bachelor in History and Education. Previous Profession: Former director of the Lansing Community College Foundation, ( ); director of volunteer services, Ingham Regional Medical Center, ( ), adult education teacher, Holt Public Schools, ( ), Director of women's programs, YWCA ( ); high school government teacher, East Allen County Schools, Indiana, ( ). House Term: 1 Campaign Committee Information: Fax: Phone:

70 Representative Mark Meadows Birthdate: 4/29/1947 Hometown: East Lansing District: 69 Committees: Great Lakes and Environment, Intergovernmental, Urban and Regional Affairs, Judiciary, Labor (MVC), Regulatory Reform, New Economy and Quality of Life Community Groups: East Lansing Commission on the Environment; planning commission; Capital Area Works administrative board; Burcham Hills Foundation Board; Tri County Regional Growth Steering Committee; urban service boundary committee; East Lansing Soccer Club Board of Directors. Education: MSU College of Law (Detroit College of Law): J.D.; Western Michigan University, B.S., English and Engineering Technology. Previous Profession: Assistant Attorney General ; Shareholder, Willingham & Cote, 2002-present. House Term: 1 Campaign Committee Information: Address: markmeadows@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

71 Representative Judy Emmons Birthdate: 12/20/1952 Hometown: Sheridan Party: Republican District: 70 Committees: Great Lakes and Environment, Insurance, Military and Veterans Affairs and Homeland Security (MVC) Community Groups: Michigan Farm Bureau Board of Directors, Montcalm Area Intermediate School District Board of Education, Central Montcalm Board of Education, Teacher Tenure Commission. Education: Central Montcalm Public Schools. Previous Profession: Operates Wilson Farms, a registered Holstein dairy farm. House Term: 3 Campaign Committee Information: Address: judyemmons@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

72 Representative Rick Jones Birthdate: 11/17/1952 Hometown: Grand Ledge Party: Republican District: 71 Committees: Commerce, Judiciary, Labor, Oversight and Investigations (MVC) Community Groups: Eaton Community Hospice, Meals-On-Wheels, Area 8 Special Olympics, Woldumar Nature Center, Imagination Station and Playground of Dreams, Red Cross, Grand Ledge Rotary, American Legion S.A.L Post 42, Eaton County Farm Bureau. Education: Michigan State University: B.A. Previous Profession: Eaton County Sheriff House Term: 2 Campaign Committee Information: Address: rickjones@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

73 Representative Glenn Steil Birthdate: 11/28/1968 Hometown: Grand Rapids Party: Republican District: 72 Committees: Education, Labor, Tax Policy Community Groups: N/A Education: Davenport University: Bachelor in Business. Previous Profession: Vice President of Sales, Compatico, Inc. House Term: 3 Campaign Committee Information: Address: glennsteil@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

74 Representative Tom Pearce Birthdate: 3/27/1956 Hometown: Rockford Party: Republican District: 73 Committees: Education, Ethics and Elections (MVC), Transportation Community Groups: Cedar Springs Community Action Network, Rockford Area Ministerial Association, Friends of White Pine Trail, Kent Chapter of the American Heart Association, Right to Life of Grand Rapids. Education: Cornerstone University. Previous Profession: Executive Director, North Kent Service Center. House Term: 2 Campaign Committee Information: Address: tompearce@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

75 Representative David Agema Birthdate: 2/11/1949 Hometown: Grandville Party: Republican District: 74 Committees: Appropriations Appropriations Subcommittees: Higher Education, Transportation (MVC), Community Health Community Groups: V.P. Sabaoth Ministries, Ionia Jail prison ministries, help lead mission trips to Guadamala for Pray America. Education: B.A.-Economics, MBA-Business Management & Supervision, Squadron Officers School & Command and Staff School-USAF. Previous Profession: 26+ years USAF-fighter pilot/military officer; Senior Captain at American Airlines (retired), sales, human resources, business manager for a machine shop. House Term: 1 Campaign Committee Information: Address: daveagema@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

76 Representative Robert Dean Birthdate: 2/14/1954 Hometown: Grand Rapids District: 75 Committees: Commerce, Education, Families and Children's Services, Military and Veterans Affairs and Homeland Security Community Groups: Grand Rapids Public School Board, Grand Rapids City Commission, Camp Fire Boys & Girls, Families for Kids Steering Committee, Kent County Children s Coordinating Council, Senior Neighbors Board, Area Agency On Aging Board of Directors, Healthy Kent 2000 Board, Michigan Municipal League Board of Trustees, Michigan Association for School Boards, Assisted in creating the Office of Children and Families for the City of Grand Rapids. Served on Licensing & Appeals Board, Finance Committee, Public Safety Committee and chaired the Community Development Committee and Civil Service Board. Also served on the Alternative Energy Committee and Public Chief s Advisory Committee. Education: Graduate of Grand Rapids Central High School, attended Ferris State Previous Profession: Ordained Minister (30 years); Founder and Pastor of New Life Church of God In Christ Interstate Brands Corp. House Term: 1 Campaign Committee Information: Address: robertdean@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

77 Representative Michael Sak (Speaker Pro Tempore) Birthdate: 10/20/1959 Hometown: Grand Rapids District: 76 Committees: Appropriations Appropriations Subcommittees: Capital Outlay (VC), Community Colleges (C), General Government Community Groups: Little Reps for a Day, ACES With a Friend at the Capitol, Reps. Read Across Michigan, Sacred Heart parishioner and Usher s Club member, Catholic Social Services Board of Directors, Special Olympics, Polish Heritage Society of Grand Rapids, Urban Institute for Contemporary Art, International Tree Planting Corp., United Way, Polish Falcons Aid Society, Where I Caught the Big One, Fitness West Michigan, Cesar Chavez Committee, Right to Life of Grand Rapids. Education: Utah State University: Bachelor of Fine Arts; Grand Valley State University: Masters of Education. Previous Profession: Taught at the elementary and middle school levels at St. Francis Xavier and Blessed Sacrament Catholic schools; became administrator in the Grand Rapids Public Schools as coordinator of the Shared Time program. House Term: 3 Campaign Committee Information: Address: representativesak@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

78 Representative Kevin Green (Minority Whip) Birthdate: 6/18/1970 Hometown: Wyoming Party: Republican District: 77 Committees: Banking and Financial Services, Health Policy, Senior Health, Security, and Retirement Community Groups: Wyoming-Kentwood Area Chamber of Commerce, Arbor Lake Condominium Association, Wyoming Lions Club, Wyoming Jaycees, Kent County Senior Citizen Senate, Small Business Association, Grand Rapids Chamber of Commerce, Kent County's Waste to Energy Board. Education: Central Michigan University: B.A. in Business Administration. Previous Profession: Real Estate and Community Relations Manager for Viacom Outdoor's Western Michigan region. House Term: 2 Campaign Committee Information: Address: kevingreen@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

79 Representative Neal Nitz Birthdate: 3/23/1954 Hometown: Baroda Party: Republican District: 78 Committees: Agriculture, Intergovernmental, Urban and Regional Affairs, Transportation Community Groups: Southwestern Michigan Tourist Council, Berrien County 4-H Foundation, Berrien County Farm Bureau, Baroda Lions Club. Education: Southwestern Michigan College. Previous Profession: Third generation farmer. House Term: 3 Campaign Committee Information: Address: nealnitz@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

80 Representative John Proos (Assistant Minority Floor Leader) Birthdate: 12/10/1969 Hometown: St. Joseph Party: Republican District: 79 Committees: Appropriations Appropriations Subcommittees: Capital Outlay, Corrections (MVC), Environmental Quality (MVC) Community Groups: Rotary Club of St. Joseph/Benton Harbor, United Way of Southwest Michigan, Lakeland Regional Health System Community Benefits Committee. Education: Marquette University: Bachelor of Political Science; Michigan State University: Masters in Higher Education Administration. Previous Profession: Deputy Chief of Staff and District Director for Congressman Fred Upton. House Term: 2 Campaign Committee Information: Address: johnproos@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

81 Representative Tonya Schuitmaker (Assistant Minority Floor Leader) Birthdate: 3/10/1968 Hometown: Lawton Party: Republican District: 80 Committees: Education, Judiciary (MVC) Community Groups: State of Michigan Board of Medicine and Intercare Community Health Network, Van Buren Community Mental Health Board. Education: Michigan State University: B.A. in Business. Previous Profession: Partner, Schuitmaker, Cooper and Schuitmaker law firm. House Term: 2 Campaign Committee Information: Address: tonyaschuitmaker@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

82 Representative Phillip Pavlov Birthdate: 5/26/1963 Hometown: St. Clair Party: Republican District: 81 Committees: Intergovernmental, Urban and Regional Affairs (MVC), Transportation Community Groups: St. Mary s Catholic Church, National Rifle Association, National Federation of Independent Businesses, Knights of Columbus, St. Clair Little League coach and St. Clair Junior Football coach. Education: St. Clair County Community College. Previous Profession: Owner and operator of Dexter Equipment, a trucking equipment company in St. Clair Township. House Term: 2 Campaign Committee Information: Address: phillippavlov@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

83 Representative John Stahl Birthdate: 3/11/1952 Hometown: North Branch Party: Republican District: 82 Committees: Families and Children's Services, Senior Health, Security, and Retirement, Transportation Community Groups: National Rifle Association, Michigan Coalition of Responsible Gun Owners, Boy Scouts of America, 4H, Little League Baseball, Calvary Baptist Church. Education: Macomb County Community College; All Africa School of Theology in Lesotho, Africa; Zion Ministerial Institute. Previous Profession: Manager at Grace Engineering, manufacturer of hydraulic pump shafts and surgical instruments in Memphis, TN. House Term: 3 Campaign Committee Information: Address: johnstahl@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

84 Representative John Espinoza Birthdate: 12/13/1950 Hometown: Croswell District: 83 Committees: Appropriations Appropriation Subommittees: Agriculture (C), Environmental Quality (VC), State Police & Military & Veterans Affairs (VC), Community Health Community Groups: Education: State University of New York at Albany: B.A.; Saginaw Valley State University: Teaching Certificate. Previous Profession: Deputy with the Sanilac County Sheriff's Department. Army veteran. House Term: 2 Campaign Committee Information: Address: johnespinoza@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

85 Representative Terry Brown Birthdate: 5/15/1959 Hometown: Pigeon District: 84 Committees: Agriculture, Education, Energy and Technology, Military and Veterans Affairs and Homeland Security (MVC), Tourism, Outdoor Recreation and Natural Resources Community Groups: Associate Pastor - Bay Port Community of Christ, Charter Member - Huron County Council on Abuse & Neglect, Charter Team Member Zero to Three Family Mentor Program, Member Camp Scholarship Board, Chair Community Center Exploratory Committee (Huron County Hockey Association), Michigan Association for Administrators of Special Education, Huron Early-On Local Interagency Coordinating Council, National Association of Social Workers, President Huron Intermediate Education Association, Michigan School Social Work Association. Education: Graceland University: Bachelor of Art in Social Work & Psychology; Michigan State University: Masters of Social Work (ACSW & Licensed Social Worker); Grand Valley State University: Masters of Educational Administration. Previous Profession: Prinicipal/Supervisor Huron Intermediate School District; School Social Worker; Ordained Minister. House Term: 1 Campaign Committee Information: Address: terrybrown@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

86 Representative Richard Ball Birthdate: 5/8/1932 Hometown: Laingsburg Party: Republican District: 85 Committees: Agriculture, Health Policy, Senior Health, Security, and Retirement (MVC) Community Groups: Shiawassee County Health Board, Michigan Public Health Association (vision section). Education: University of Michigan; Ohio State University: B.S. in Optometry, Masters in Physiological Optics; Michigan State University: Ph.D. in Experimental Visual Sociology. Previous Profession: Associate Professor in Physiology and Adjunct Associate Professor in Osteopathic Medicine at Michigan State University. House Term: 2 Campaign Committee Information: Address: richardball@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

87 Representative Dave Hildenbrand (Assistant Minority Floor Leader) Birthdate: 11/15/1973 Hometown: Lowell Party: Republican District: 86 Committees: Commerce (MVC), Education, Insurance, New Economy and Quality of Life Community Groups: Right to Life of Michigan, Kent County Farm Bureau, National Rifle Association, Kent County Republican Party, Lowell YMCA, 4-H, FFA, Michigan State University alumni organizations. Education: Michigan State University: B.S. in Public Resource Management. Previous Profession: Served as Chief of Staff for State Sen. Bill Hardiman, Deputy Chief of Staff for Lt. Governor Dick Posthumus and Agriculture Policy Advisor for Governor John Engler. House Term: 2 Campaign Committee Information Address: rephildenbrand@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

88 Representative Brian Calley Birthdate: 3/25/1977 Hometown: Portland Party: Republican District: 87 Committees: Banking and Financial Services, Health Policy, Tax Policy Community Groups: Portland Baptist Church, Ionia County Economic Alliance, Midsouth Substance Abuse Council, Board of Public Works. Education: Grand Valley State University: MBA in Business Administration; Michigan State University: B.A. in Business Administration. Previous Profession: Commercial Banker with Irwin Union Bank. Eleven years in banking. House Term: 1 Campaign Committee Information: Address: briancalley@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

89 Representative Fulton Sheen Birthdate: 4/14/1957 Hometown: Plainwell Party: Republican District: 88 Committees: Families and Children's Services (MVC), Senior Health, Security, and Retirement, Tax Policy Community Groups: National Federation of Independent Business Michigan Leadership Council, Allegan County Strong Families/Safe Children Council, Court Appointed Special Advocate for the Child, Literacy Tutoring Project, Christian Interchange Youth Services Board, Right to Life, Friends of Scouting Gerald R. Ford Council, the Republican Party, the National Rifle Association, Michigan Citizens for Responsible Gun Ownership, U.S. Chamber of Commerce, Allegan County Habitat for Humanity, Promise Keepers, Heritage Foundation, Empower America. Education: Western Michigan University: Bachelor of Science. Previous Profession: Certified Financial Officer of his own financial planning practice. House Term: 3 Campaign Committee Information: Address: fultonsheen@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

90 Representative Arlan Meekhof Birthdate: 11/28/1959 Hometown: West Olive Party: Republican District: 89 Committees: Agriculture, Great Lakes and Environment, Intergovernmental, Urban and Regional Affairs Community Groups: Arlan has been active in leadership in his community by serving several years as the President of the Borculo Christian School Board. He also has held many leadership positions in his place of worship, such as Vice President of the Consistory, Clerk, Sunday School Teacher for high school, and Deacon. Education: Davenport College. Previous Profession: Supervisor, Olive Township Board of Trustees. House Term: 1 Campaign Committee Information: Address: arlanbmeekhof@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

91 Representative Bill Huizenga Birthdate: 1/31/1969 Hometown: Zeeland Party: Republican District: 90 Committees: Commerce, Energy and Technology, New Economy and Quality of Life (MVC) Community Groups: Right to Life of Michigan, Michigan Rural Health Association, Compass Arts Film Academy. Education: Calvin College: B.A. in Political Science. Previous Profession: Co-owner of Huizenga Gravel Co. in Jenison. House Term: 3 Campaign Committee Information: Address: billhuizenga@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

92 Representative Mary Valentine Birthdate: 12/30/46 Hometown: Muskegon District: 91 Committees: Commerce, Education (MVC), Great Lakes and Environment, Health Policy Community Groups: Organized and led voter registration drive, Leader, Voter Intergrity Team, working for fair and honest elections Education: Central Michigan University: Bachelor in education, Northern Michigan University: Masters in education. Previous Profession: Speech therapist, working in public schools for over 30 years House Term: 1 Campaign Committee Information: Address: maryvalentine@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

93 Representative Doug Bennett Birthdate: 10/24/1945 Hometown: Muskegon District: 92 Committees: Appropriations Appropriations Subcommittees: Capital Outlay, Corrections (VC), Environmental Quality (C) Community Groups: West Michigan Plumbers, Fitters and Service Trades Local Union 174. Education: Muskegon Community College. Previous Profession: Business Manager and Financial Secretary/Treasurer of West Michigan Plumbers, Fitters and Service Trades Local Union 174. House Term: 2 Campaign Committee Information: Address: dougbennett@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

94 Representative Paul Opsommer Birthdate: 10/31/1952 Hometown: DeWitt Party: Republican District: 93 Committees: Education, Energy and Technology, Intergovernmental, Urban and Regional Affairs Community Groups: DeWitt Host Lions (2 nd Vice President), St. Johns Kiwanis, Knights of Columbus (Council 7237), DeWitt September 11 th Memorial, DeWitt City Council ( ), Downtown Development Board ( ), DeWitt Area Community Alliance ( ), Clinton County Chamber of Commerce, Michigan Municipal League. Education: Michigan State University: Bachelor in Secondary Education. Previous Profession: Vice President, Action Management Corp. House Term: 1 Campaign Committee Information: Address: paulopsommer@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

95 Representative Kenneth Horn Birthdate: 7/7/1959 Hometown: Frankenmuth Party: Republican District: 94 Committees: Energy and Technology, Military and Veterans Affairs and Homeland Security, Oversight and Investigations, Tourism, Outdoor Recreation and Natural Resources Community Groups: Frankenmuth Rotary International, Frankenmuth Jaycees, Junior Achievement Teacher, Salvation Army Board, Muscular Dystrophy Association, Japanese Cultural Tea Garden. Education: Concordia University: Bachelor in Criminal Justice. Previous Profession: Vice President for Donor Services, Saginaw Community Foundation. Saginaw County Commissioner. Small business owner for 15 years. House Term: 1 Campaign Committee Information: Address: kennethhorn@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

96 Representative Andy Coulouris Birthdate: 8/10/1978 Hometown: Saginaw District: 95 Committees: Banking and Financial Services (C), Commerce, Health Policy Intergovernmental, Urban and Regional Affairs, Judiciary (MVC) Community Groups: Education: University of Michigan Law School: Juris Doctorate; University of Michigan: Bachelor in Political Science. Previous Profession: Assistant Prosecuting Attorney, Saginaw County House Term: 1 Campaign Committee Information: Address: andycoulouris@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

97 Representative Jeff Mayes Birthdate: 4/26/1971 Hometown: Bay City District: 96 Committees: Agriculture (C), Banking and Financial Services, Energy and Technology(MVC), Tax Policy, Transportation Community Groups: Bay Area Women's Center Board, Bay Area Community Foundation, Bay County Medical Control Authority Board, Bangor Township Downtown Development Authority, Saginaw Valley State University Math Resource Center Advisory Committee, Boy Scouts of America Shoreline District Committee. Education: University of Michigan: B.A. in Political Science. Previous Profession: Managed several high profile local campaigns, including the election and re-election of former state Representative A.T. Frank of Saginaw; former President of the Bay County Township Officers Association. House Term: 2 Campaign Committee Information: Address: jeffmayes@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

98 Representative Tim Moore Birthdate: 4/26/1967 Hometown: Farwell Party: Republican District: 97 Committees: Banking and Financial Services (MVC), Insurance Community Groups: Knights of Columbus, Clare Rotary, Farwell Chamber of Commerce, Michigan Right To Life, Michigan Farm Bureau, National Rifle Association, Ducks Unlimited. Education: Ferris State University: Business Administration Degree. Previous Profession: Owner, Farwell Napa Auto Parts store. House Term: 2 Campaign Committee Information: Address: timmoore@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

99 Representative John Moolenaar Birthdate: 5/8/1961 Hometown: Midland Party: Republican District: 98 Committees: Education (MVC), Energy and Technology, Great Lakes and Environment Community Groups: Midland City Council, Midland County Republican Party. Education: Hope College; Harvard University: Masters in Public Administration. Previous Profession: Administrator at the Midland Academy of Advanced and Creative Services; Director for the Small Business Center operated by Middle Michigan Development Center. House Term: 3 Campaign Committee Information: Address: johnmoolenaar@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

100 Representative Bill Caul Birthdate: 9/2/1942 Hometown: Mt. Pleasant Party: Republican District: 99 Committees: Appropriations Appropriations Subcommittees: Capital Outlay, Higher Education (MVC) Community Groups: Mount Pleasant Pony-Colt Baseball League, Isabella County Easter Seal Society, Knights of Columbus, Mid-Michigan Industries Board of Directors, Central Michigan Community Mental Health Facilities Board. Education: St. Joseph's College: Bachelor Degree; Michigan State University: Masters Degree in Special Education. Previous Profession: Head of the special education program at Mount Pleasant Public School District. House Term: 2 Campaign Committee Information: Address: billcaul@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

101 Representative Goeffrey Hansen Birthdate: 9/26/1959 Hometown: Hart Party: Republican District: 100 Committees: Appropriations Appropriations Subcommittees: Agriculture (MVC), General Government (MVC), Transportation Community Groups: Newaygo Republican Party, Oceana County Republican Party, Oceana County Republican Executive Committee, Hart Congregational Church, 4-H Advisory Board for Oceana and Manistee counties, Michigan Farm Bureau, National Rifle Association. Education: West Shore Community College; Hope College. Previous Profession: Owner and manager of Hansen Foods in Hart. Distributing. Owner, Hansen House Term: 2 Campaign Committee Information: Address: goeffhansen@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

102 Representative David Palsrok Birthdate: 4/1/1969 Hometown: Manistee Party: Republican District: 101 Committees: Commerce, Energy and Technology, Regulatory Reform Community Groups: Bruce Township Trustee. Education: Michigan State University: B.A. in Political Science. Previous Profession: Founder of Connect Michigan, a telecommunications advocacy group dedicated to more competition and investment in Michigan telecommunications. House Term: 3 Campaign Committee Information: Address: davidpalsrok@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

103 Representative Darwin Booher Birthdate: 9/19/1942 Hometown: Evart Party: Republican District: 102 Committees: Appropriations Appropriations Subcommittees: Community Colleges (MVC), Human Services, Natural Resources (MVC) Community Groups: Evart Historical Society, Evart Chamber of Commerce, Evart Downtown Development Association, Local Development Finance Commission. Education: University of Madison; Bank School; Michigan Assessor s School. Previous Profession: Sales Manager, Citizens Bank; Vice-President, Bank-One. House Term: 2 Campaign Committee Information: Address: darwinbooher@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

104 Representative Joel Sheltrown Birthdate: 6/13/1947 Hometown: West Branch District: 103 Committees: Agriculture, Commerce, Military and Veterans Affairs and Homeland Security, Tax Policy, Tourism, Outdoor Recreation and Natural Resources (C) Community Groups: West Branch Crisis Pregnancy Center, Ogemaw County Relay for Life, West Branch Senior Citizens Center, Calvary Baptist Church in West Branch, Right to Life of Michigan, National Rifle Association, Michigan Coalition of Responsible Gun Owners, Michigan Farm Bureau, Small Business Association of Michigan, Michigan Retailers Association, Whitetails Unlimited, Pheasants Forever, Missaukee Conservation Club, Houghton Lake and West Branch Chamber of Commerce, VFW Post 3775, Vietnam Veterans of America, West Branch Optimist Club. Education: Kirtland Community College; Western Michigan University. Previous Profession: Owns a propane dealership; managed his father s John Deere dealership. Served in the United States Navy (2nd Class Petty Officer) as a Communications Technician with a Top Secret Crypto Clearance in the Vietnam War. House Term: 2 Campaign Committee Information: Address: joelsheltrown@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

105 Representative Howard Walker Birthdate: 12/12/1955 Hometown: Traverse City Party: Republican District: 104 Committees: Agriculture (MVC), Great Lakes and Environment, Tourism, Outdoor Recreation and Natural Resources Community Groups: Traverse Bay Area Youth Soccer, Involved Citizen Enterprises, Grand Traverse Regional Land Conservancy, Traverse City Rotary Club. Education: Michigan Technological University: Bachelor in Forestry. Previous Profession: Owned a land surveying business, also served as incorporating officer for Terra Energy in the gas and oil development industry. House Term: 3 Campaign Committee Information: Address: howardwalker@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

106 Representative Kevin Elsenheimer (Assistant Minority Leader) Birthdate: 8/21/1965 Hometown: Bellaire Party: Republican District: 105 Committees: Judiciary Community Groups: St. Luke s Catholic Church (Bellaire), National Rifle Association, MCRGO. Education: Northwestern Michigan College: Associates in Arts; Michigan State University: Bachelor in Arts; Wayne State University Law School: Law Degree. Previous Profession: Assistant Prosecuting Attorney for Antrim County. House Term: 2 Campaign Committee Information: Address: kevinelsenheimer@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

107 Representative Matthew Gillard (Associate Speaker Pro Tempore) Birthdate: 3/9/1973 Hometown: Alpena District: 106 Committees: Appropriations Appropriations Subcommittees: Judiciary (C), School Aid Fund & Education (C), Supplementals (VC) Community Groups: Alpena Hockey Association, Thunder Bay Soccer Association, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Alpena Board of Directors. Education: Albion College: B.A. in Political Science; Wayne State Law School. Previous Profession: Attorney with Gillard, Bauer, Mazrum, Florip, Smigelski & Gulden. House Term: 3 Campaign Committee Information: Address: matthewgillard@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

108 Representative Gary McDowell Birthdate: 4/21/1952 Hometown: Rudyard District: 107 Committees: Appropriations Appropriations Subommittees: Agriculture (VC), Community Health (C), Higher Education, Community Groups: Rudyard Lions Club, Sault Area Chamber of Commerce, Sault Elks Club, Drummond Island Sportsman Club, Tri-County Wildlife Club, Eastern UP Wildlife Coalition, Rudyard First United Presbyterian Church, Chippewa County Farm Bureau. Education: Lake Superior State College. Previous Profession: Served over 20-years as the Treasurer for McDowell Hay, Inc. Retired United Parcel Service driver. House Term: 2 Campaign Committee Information: Address: garymcdowell@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

109 Representative Tom Casperson Birthdate: 7/20/1959 Hometown: Escanaba Party: Republican District: 108 Committees: Tourism, Outdoor Recreation and Natural Resources (MVC), Transportation Community Groups: Michigan Association of Timbermen, Michigan Professional Log Truck Council, Michigan Association of Timbermen, Timber Producers Association, Board of Escanaba New Life Assembly of God, National Rifle Association, National Federation of Independent Business. Education: Escanaba High School. Previous Profession: Owner and operator of Casperson and Son Trucking. House Term: 3 Campaign Committee Information: Address: tomcasperson@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

110 Representative Steven Lindberg Birthdate: 5/2/1944 Hometown: Marquette District: 109 Committees: Education, Energy and Technology, Labor, Tourism, Outdoor Recreation and Natural Resources Community Groups: Marquette Mountain Ski Patrol Education: Northern Michigan University: Masters in Guidance and Counseling; Bachelor of Business Administration; Teaching Certificate. Previous Profession: Teacher/counselor, Marquette Area Public Schools; co-owner with wife of travel agency for 27 years; part-time legislative aide for Rep. Stephen Adamini. House Term: 1 Campaign Committee Information: Address: stevenlindberg@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone:

111 Representative Michael Lahti Birthdate: 10/10/1945 Hometown: Hancock District: 110 Committees: Appropriations Appropriations Subcommittees: Capital Outlay, Human Services, Natural Resources (C) Community Groups: Michigan Works! Board, UPCAP Board, Board of the Keweenaw Convention & Visitors Bureau, Travel Michigan Board. Education: Northern Michigan University. Previous Profession: State Farm Insurance Agent. House Term: 1 Campaign Committee Information: Address: mikelahti@house.mi.gov Fax: Phone: