House renames section of M40 as Chief David Haverdink Memorial Highway
June 18, 2026 | 2025-2026 House Legislature MI, Michigan
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The Michigan House on Thursday adopted House Bill 5989 to rename a stretch of highway M40 in Alagan County as the Chief David Haverdink Memorial Highway.
Representative Schmidt, who sponsored the bill, said Chief Haverdink had long service to the community — including 51 years with the Hamilton Fire Department and eight years as Alagan County sheriff — and urged colleagues to support the memorial naming. "His family and community mourn the loss of this much-loved and respected husband, father, grandfather, and leader," Schmidt said.
The bill passed with a recorded vote of 105 yeas and 0 nays. Majority leadership moved for immediate effect following passage.
Ending: The measure now awaits enrollment and any required administrative steps to update signage and maps.
Representative Schmidt, who sponsored the bill, said Chief Haverdink had long service to the community — including 51 years with the Hamilton Fire Department and eight years as Alagan County sheriff — and urged colleagues to support the memorial naming. "His family and community mourn the loss of this much-loved and respected husband, father, grandfather, and leader," Schmidt said.
The bill passed with a recorded vote of 105 yeas and 0 nays. Majority leadership moved for immediate effect following passage.
Ending: The measure now awaits enrollment and any required administrative steps to update signage and maps.
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