Matthew McNeely

American politician (1920–2002)

Matthew McNeely

71st Speaker pro tempore of the Michigan House of Representatives
In office
January 10, 1973 – December 30, 1986
Preceded by| Stanley J. Davis
Succeeded by| Teola Pearl Hunter
Member of the Michigan House of Representatives
In office
January 1, 1965 – December 31, 1986
Preceded by| District created
Succeeded by| Ilona Varga
Constituency| 26th district (1965-1972)
16th district (1973-1982)
3rd district (1983-1986)
Personal details
Born| (1920-05-11)May 11, 1920
Millen, Georgia
Died| September 11, 2002(2002-09-11) (aged 82)
Taylor, Michigan[1]
Political party| Democratic

Matthew McNeely (May 11, 1920 – September 11, 2002) was a Michigan state politician. He served for over 20 years in the Michigan House of Representatives and was speaker pro tempore of the House for a record 18 years. In recognition of his service in the chair, the House voted to make McNeely Speaker pro tempore emeritus.[2]

## References

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1. ^ "Pioneering black lawmaker, born in Georgia, dies".
2. ^ "H.B. 4436: FIRST ANALYSIS - MATT MCNEELY BOULEVARD". Legislature.mi.gov. May 11, 1920. Retrieved January 9, 2012.

## External links

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* House Resolution 0542 (2002) - A resolution of tribute offered as a memorial for Matthew McNeely, former member of the House

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