Rep. Bob Bezotte, of Howell, was sworn in today for his first term as a Michigan state representative by House Clerk Gary Randall. The 101^st Michigan Legislature was gaveled into session following the swearing-in ceremony.

“It’s an honor to be officially sworn in to represent the good people of the 47^th District,” Bezotte said. “I’m looking forward to joining the other state legislators at the Capitol in continuing the hard-work that’s been implemented from past legislators in our community.”

 Rep. Bezotte, joined during the ceremony by family members, represents Michigan’s 47^th House District. This comprises the people of Livingston County, including the village of Fowlerville, townships of Conway, Cohoctah, Deerfield, Hartland, Howell, Handy, Iosco, Unadilla, Oceola, Marion, and Tyrone, the city of Howell and part of the city of Fenton.

Residents can reach Bezotte’s office at 517-373-8835 or [email protected].