LANSING –State Representatives Jennifer
Haase (D-Richmond), Jon Switalski
(D-Warren) and
Sarah Roberts (D-St. Clair Shores) have been
appointed to key leadership positions in the Michigan House of Representatives for the 95th Legislature.
Haase was appointed Associate Speaker Pro Tempore. The Associate Speaker Pro Tempore fills in whenever the Speaker Pro Tempore is not available, running the 110-member Chamber from the rostrum and keeping the legislative process moving during House Session.
"I am honored to serve our community and the Legislature by leading my colleagues in doing the work we were sent to the Capitol to do," Haase said. "I will work hard to help our legislators work together effectively and focus on serving the residents of Michigan. Our top priority must be protecting and creating good-paying jobs, and that's what I will keep pushing to the top of the agenda."
Roberts will serve as Assistant Floor Leader. The role of the assistant is to aid the Majority Floor Leader with House activity, including scheduling session and introducing legislation for consideration. The assistant also will stand in for the Majority Floor Leader in the event of her absence.
"Michigan is at a crossroads and there is a lot of work to do to get our state turned around," Roberts said. "As Assistant Floor Leader, I now have the opportunity to be an even stronger voice for the people I represent. I'm ready to roll up my sleeves and get Michigan headed in the right direction again."
Switalski was named Associate Whip. The Associate Whip works with the Majority Whip as a liaison between Caucus members and leadership, and assists with directing activities on the House Floor. During House session, the Associate Whip works to garner support amongst the Caucus for proposed legislation.
"As a newcomer to Lansing, I am both humbled and excited to be a member of the House leadership team," Switalski said. "I look forward to working with my colleagues on both sides of the aisle to create and pass smart solutions that will boost our economy and get more Michigan workers back on the job."