[Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 29 (Wednesday, February 14, 2018)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E186-E187]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 IN RECOGNITION OF JUDGE GREGORY D. BILL FOR RECEIVING THE 2018 PURPLE 
                            SPORT COAT AWARD

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                          HON. DEBBIE DINGELL

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, February 14, 2018

  Mrs. DINGELL. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Judge Gregory D. 
Bill for receiving the Tertzag Tribute Dinner's 2018 Purple Sport Coat 
Award for his distinguished work as a judge. His commitment to justice 
and the Detroit community throughout his career with the 3rd Circuit 
Court of Michigan is worthy of recognition.
  After receiving his undergraduate degree from the University of 
Michigan and his J.D. from Western Michigan University's Cooley Law 
School, Judge Bill began his own practice with a specialization in 
aviation law. He has always had a passion for public service and served 
as a legislative aide for a member of the Michigan State Senate, where 
he honed his knowledge of the state's issues and policy procedures. 
Judge Bill served as a member of Michigan's 20th District Court before 
receiving an appointment to the Wayne County Circuit Court, a position 
he has held since 2000. Throughout his tenure, he has served in a 
variety of capacities and currently serves in the criminal division.
  Judge Bill has been an outstanding public servant throughout his 
decades of work with the judiciary and is widely recognized and 
respected for his legal expertise. His colleagues have previously 
recognized him for his work, including being awarded the Michigan 
Special Legislative Tribute for Outstanding Service to the People of 
Michigan. The Purple Sport Coat award is granted in honor of the late 
Judge Kaye Tertzag who was known for his integrity and strict 
interpretation of the law. Judge Bill lives up to the legacy of public 
respect and judicial integrity that Judge Tertzag is remembered for and 
is truly deserving of this award. He has provided outstanding service 
to our state throughout his career as a judge, and I look forward to 
his continued work in the years to come.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in honoring Judge Gregory 
Bill for being named the recipient of the 2018 Purple Sport Coat Award 
for his distinguished work as a judge. Judge Bill has been an 
outstanding public servant during his legal career.

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