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Rep. LaFave supports plan to make state departments more accountable
State Rep. Beau LaFave today said he fully supports a plan to require most state government departments to pay the court costs of those who prevail in court against a state department or agency. LaFave said the plan, sponsored by Sen. Tom Casperson and approved by the Michigan House last week, would encourage state departments…
Rep. Allor stands up for Michigan’s natural resources
Allor: Line 5, ‘No Greater than Federal’ bills too risky for Northern Michigan State Rep. Sue Allor this week voted against two pieces of legislation she believes put the purity of Northern Michigan natural resources at risk. Allor, of Wolverine, said she voted against Senate Bill 1197, which allows for the creation of a new…
Rep. Hauck: New Mackinac Straits Authority means energy security, jobs
The Michigan House today approved with bipartisan support a plan hailed by State Rep. Roger Hauck as a major step forward for Michigan’s energy security and a win for Michigan workers. Hauck, of Union Twp., said legislation to create an oversight authority for the construction of a multi-use utility tunnel would create thousands of…
Rep. Hoitenga’s proposals provide Michigan with needed drone guidelines
The Michigan Senate today approved a pair of bills proposed by state Rep. Michele Hoitenga as part of a legislative package protecting state interests through the establishment of state laws for drones. House Bill 5494 declares drone use as an extension of the person in instances of criminal activity. Illegal activity carried out with the…
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Task force looking for ideas on how to help people with mental health challenges
Do you have an idea to improve mental health services in Michigan? If so, we want to hear from you. When the House CARES Task Force was created earlier this summer, we wanted to make sure the people of Michigan were part of the process. We realized some of the most valuable feedback would come…
