SOUTHFIELD, Mich., May 9, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Lear Corporation (NYSE: LEA), a leading global supplier of automotive seating and electrical systems, today released the following statement from Matt Simoncini, President and CEO:    "I fully support the Detroit Public School Reform Package that was passed by the Michigan State Senate and is supported by the Michigan Governor and the Mayor of Detroit as well as the Business Leaders of Michigan.  This Senate Bill is consistent with the recommendations of the Coalition for the Future of Detroit Schoolchildren.  This coalition consisted of a broad cross-section of business and community leaders.  I believe it is important that we support this bi-partisan effort.  A strong and sustainable school system in Detroit is key for future business and economic development in this state," said Matt Simoncini, Lear's president and chief executive officer.

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