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Byrd, Wendell L. (D)
State Representative District 3
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POLITICAL CAREER
Rep. Byrd was first elected to the House in 2014. He defeated seven other Democrats in the primary before defeating Republican Dolores Broderson 97-3 percent in the heavily Democratic 3rd House District. Rep. Byrd ran for the legislature in 1998, 2000 and 2006, finishing third in 2006.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Rep. Byrd worked as an accountant and tax auditor for the state of Michigan, as well as deputy comptroller for the city of Ecorse. He retired from the state after 28 years. In 2013, he was elected to the recently formed Detroit Police Commission. He is also a small-business owner.
To read MIRS biography of Rep. Byrd, click here.
EDUCATION
Rep. Byrd has a bachelor's degree in accounting development from the Detroit College of Business.
PERSONAL
Rep. Byrd lives in Detroit and is the proud father of one son, Phillip.
CIVIC ACTIVITIES
He is chairman of the board of the local Travelers Aid International. He is a trustee at his church, Pleasant Grove Baptist. He is a past district governor for Lions International, district 11-A1.
LEAD STAFF PERSON:
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Committee Bits (03-04-2020)
Bits And Tidbits (03-02-2020)
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All But 8 Dems Get Positive Environmental Grades (02-03-2020)
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Panel OK With Extending Poverty Tax Exemption; More Committee News (12-02-2020)
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Gov Say No To Beau Hunting (10-15-2020)
House Votes Liability Protection For Biz During Pandemic (09-23-2020)
House Votes Liability Protection For Biz During Pandemic (09-23-2020)
Increased Liability Standards Might Increase Suits, Not Stop Them (09-08-2020)
Chair Puts Premium Importance On COVID Liability Bills (09-01-2020)
Filler Moving On COVID Protection For Business (08-14-2020)
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Online Signatures For E-Wills Approved in House, Narrowly (06-25-2020)
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House Discourages Locals From Defunding Their Local Police Departments (06-17-2020)
House OKs Automated Gas Pumps; More Info On Child Deaths (06-03-2020)
Liberati Explains Why He's A No Show (05-05-2020)
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Number Of Negative COVID-19 Tests Continue To Increase (04-30-2020)
Confederate Battle Flag Would Be Banned Under Bill; LBC Wants Zorn Censured (04-29-2020)
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Bills Would Crack Down On False Claims For Emotional Support Animals (03-17-2020)
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Committee Bits (03-04-2020)
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All But 8 Dems Get Positive Environmental Grades (02-03-2020)
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