Legislation introduced by state Rep. Curt VanderWall to define electric skateboards and how they operate on local streets, and establish off-road vehicle (ORV) requirements for towing a fishing shanty is now law. VanderWall’s bill defines what constitutes an electric skateboard and restricts their use on roads with a 25 mph speed limit or lower. “This…
Rep. Laura Cox said today that a newly signed state budget plan respects Michigan’s taxpayers while investing in top priorities such as road repairs, public safety and health care. “An efficient and effective government is accountable both to the people paying the bills and the people relying on its essential services,” said Cox, chair of…
Governor signs one of two main budget bills State Rep. David Maturen today said the newly signed state budget plan reins in government spending while investing in top priorities such as road repairs, public safety and health care. “I’m pleased we were able to come up with a spending plan that respects Michigan’s hardworking taxpayers,”…
One winner will be ‘Rep. for a Day’ State Rep. Bronna Kahle today announced she is sponsoring a summer reading contest for children, first through fifth grade in Lenawee County. Rep. Kahle, of Adrian, is partnering with several libraries in the district for the contest. Area students are encouraged to read as many books as…
Legislator: Educators should be focused on students, classrooms State Rep. Aaron Miller today announced his plan to help new teachers be focused on students, and not on unreasonable certification requirements, has been signed into law. “The time new teachers spend during the first few years of working with students is invaluable, but instead we’re forcing…
State Rep. Ben Frederick, chair of the House Workforce and Talent Development Committee, today announced a bipartisan plan to enhance skilled trade education in Michigan’s public schools has been approved by the state Legislature. “Michigan needs a multifaceted strategy to expand career opportunities to its residents, and this legislation takes several steps to help address…
State Rep. Martin Howrylak of Troy is partnering with the Oakland County Health Division to host a presentation on Friday, June 29. The Oakland County Health Division will be presenting information on available resources and services to residents of the 41st District. Including their Nurse on Call assistance availability, stopping Hepatitis A, the Opioid Epidemic…
Legislator continues mission to clean up Lake St. Clair State Rep. Peter Lucido today announced a plan to prevent sewage from discharging into waterways across Michigan, including Lake St. Clair. Lucido, of Shelby Township, said communities with combined sanitary and storm sewer systems frequently discharge sewage following periods of heavy rain in Oakland and Macomb…
Measure increases safety for kids on school buses and the motoring public The Michigan House of Representatives has approved legislation introduced by state Rep. Gary Howell to ensure safety of all drivers by allowing school buses to use hazard lights on four-lane highways that have a speed limit of 50 mph. Due to recent revisions…
State Rep. Joe Bellino today hosted a press conference announcing more details of state funding coming to support improvements on South Stoney Creek Road in Monroe County. Bellino helped secure $3.35 million in state support for the project. The money is included in a state budget approved by the Michigan Legislature and awaiting Gov. Rick…
More troopers on roads, improved laboratory equipment State Rep. Aaron Miller recently voted for a state budget that reins in government spending and pays down debt while investing in public safety measures to better protect hard-working taxpayers and their families. Rep. Miller, of Sturgis, who chairs the House Appropriations Subcommittee on State Police, said…
More than a thousand volunteers gathered at Calvin College’s Huizinga Tennis and Track Center in Grand Rapids June 1-2 to provide free dental care for all who attended, regardless of income or residency status. The bi-annual Mission of Mercy program of the Michigan Dental Association Foundation is a godsend to the thousands of Michiganders who…
The Michigan House recently gave final legislative approval to a plan from state Rep. Roger Victory to create a nine-member Water Asset Management Council. The Water Asset Management Council will have nonprofit, public and private members who have expertise in water, sewer, and storm water containment, treatment and disbursement policies. The goal is to better…
State Rep. Kim LaSata, R- Bainbridge Township, last week introduced legislation to ensure the public has timely information regarding missing or at-risk veterans near their area. “Our military adheres to a ‘no man left behind’ code on the battlefield. It should be no different when those service members are back home.” LaSata said. “Our veterans…
Gov. Rick Snyder declares a state of disaster for U.P. counties State Rep. Beau LaFave today commended Gov. Rick Snyder for declaring Menominee and Houghton counties a state of disaster and vowed to continue working with the emergency manager and local officials to ensure the necessary resources are getting to all residents impacted by the…
