Wendell Byrd | |
|---|---|
| Member of theMichigan House of Representatives from the3rd district | |
| In office January 1, 2015 – January 1, 2021 | |
| Preceded by | John Olumba |
| Succeeded by | Shri Thanedar |
| Personal details | |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Residence(s) | Detroit, Michigan, U.S. |
| Alma mater | Davenport University (BS) |
| Website | Official website |
Wendell L. Byrd[1] is an American politician, businessman, and former accountant who served in theMichigan House of Representatives from 2015 to 2021.[2][3]
Byrd earned a Bachelor's of Science degree in Accounting Development from theDetroit College of Business, now a part ofDavenport University.[4]
Before serving in the Legislature, Byrd worked as an accountant and tax auditor for the state ofMichigan and as deputy comptroller ofEcorse, Michigan. He retired from the state after 28 years, and in 2013, was elected to the recently formed Detroit Police Commission. He is also a small business owner.[2]
Byrd currently sits on the House Commerce and Trade, Energy and Tax Policy Committees.
He was previously a candidate for the Michigan House in 1998, 2000, 2004, and 2006.[5]
He retired in 2020 to run unsuccessfully for theWayne County Commission.[6]
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