Gov. Rick Snyder makes appointment to the Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention Board (Children's Trust Fund)

Thursday, May 3, 2018

LANSING, Mich. - Gov. Rick Snyder today announced the appointment of Michael Talbot of Plymouth to the Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention Board.

The 11-person board promotes the health, safety, and welfare of Michigan's children and families by funding local programs and services that help prevent child abuse and neglect.

"I thank Michael for his commitment to promoting the programs in Michigan that help protect children from abuse and neglect," said Snyder.

Talbot recently retired from the Michigan Court of Appeals with 40 years of service on the bench. He holds a bachelor’s degree from Georgetown University and a law degree from the University of Detroit. He will represent the legal community and fill a vacancy.

Talbot will serve the remainder of a three-year term expiring Dec. 19, 2019. His appointment is subject to the advice and consent of the Senate.

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