house resolution no.398

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

A resolution of tribute for the Honorable Jack O   Malley.

Whereas, It is with great appreciation for his hard work and dedication to the Michigan House of Representatives and the citizens of the One Hundred-first District that we commend Representative O   Malley upon the completion of his service as a member of this chamber; and

Whereas, Prior to joining the Legislature, Representative O   Malley hosted the morning radio show on WTCM FM, where his familiar voice uplifted the country music community for almost 40 years.   Representative O   Malley attended Henry Ford Community College and Wayne State University, and is a graduate of Specs Howard School of Broadcast Media. He is involved with his local community, where he is active in the areas of veteran affairs, corrections, law enforcement, and fire departments.   Representative O   Malley has served as a volunteer with Child and Family Services of Northwest Michigan and Hospice of Michigan.   Representative O   Malley is a dedicated husband to his wife, Robin, and a loving father to their two daughters and one son; and

Whereas, Since joining the Legislature in 2019, Representative O   Malley has served the citizens of the One Hundred-first District with passion. As a member of the House of Representatives, he tackled important issues surrounding childcare in this state. Representative O   Malley was also able to use his broadcasting background to help constituents through the pandemic using his on-the-air updates via Facebook Live. During his time with the Legislature, Representative O   Malley served with distinction as the chair of the Transportation Committee, and served as a member of the committees on Education, Energy, Tax Policy, Financial Services, and Oversight. Representative O   Malley   s efforts in the House stand as a testament to his dedication to the people of Michigan; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the House of Representatives, That we offer this expression of tribute to commend and thank the Honorable Jack O   Malley for his notable contributions to this legislative body and to the people of Michigan; and be it further

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