MICHIGAN SENATE
Senate Resolution No. 146
Offered by Senators Brinks and Nesbitt
A RESOLUTION OF TRIBUTE FOR THE
HONORABLE KRISTEN MCDONALD RIVET
WHEREAS, It is with gratitude that we recognize Senator Kristen McDonald Rivet for her work
on behalf of the citizens of Michigan and, in particular, her constituents in the Thirty-fifth District.
Throughout her tenure in the Senate, Senator McDonald Rivet’s hard work benefited not only the
people of her district but all of Michigan’s citizenry; and
WHEREAS, A proud resident of Bay City, Senator McDonald Rivet holds a bachelor’s degree
from Michigan State University and a master’s degree in education and public administration from
the University of Michigan-Flint. Prior to joining the Legislature, Senator McDonald Rivet was a
leader in her community, igniting systemic change to improve the lives of families and children in
Michigan. Senator McDonald Rivet served as the executive director of the Michigan Head Start
Association, president/CEO of Greater Midland Inc., vice president of Michigan Future, Inc., and
vice president of the Skillman Foundation. She also served as a Bay City Commissioner, the chief
strategy officer for the Michigan Health Improvement Alliance, and chief of staff for Michigan’s
Department of Education. Senator McDonald Rivet and her husband, Joseph, are the proud parents
of six wonderful children; and
WHEREAS, Since her election to the Senate in 2022, Senator McDonald Rivet has led the charge
in passing legislation that protects Michigan’s workers, families, and children, including tax cuts for
working families and common sense gun violence prevention. Senator McDonald Rivet served with
distinction as the Assistant Majority Floor Leader. She faithfully served as the chair of the
Appropriations Subcommittee on Joint Capital Outlay and vice chair of the Senate Appropriations
subcommittees on the Department of Health and Human Services and Labor and Economic
Opportunity/Michigan Economic Development Corporations. Senator McDonald Rivet also served
as a member of the Senate Appropriations subcommittees on Environment, Great Lakes, and
Energy; Universities and Community Colleges; and PreK-12. In addition, Senator McDonald Rivet
served as the vice chair of the Senate Committee on Energy and Environment and served as a
member of the Senate committees on Appropriations, Economic and Community Development, and
Education. Senator McDonald Rivet’s dedication and integrity stand as a clear example of what it
takes to be a successful public servant and strong leader; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED BY THE SENATE, That we offer this expression of tribute to commend and thank
the Honorable Kristen McDonald Rivet for her notable contributions to this legislative body and to
our state; and be it further
RESOLVED, That copies of this resolution be transmitted to Senator McDonald Rivet as evidence
of our appreciation and best wishes as she heads to Congress to represent her district and the great
state of Michigan.
Adopted by the Senate, December 19, 2024.
Secretary of the Senate