State Rep. Julie Calley today was appointed by Speaker Lee Chatfield to serve as chair of the House Elections and Ethics Committee.

Calley, of Portland, previously served as vice chair of the committee, which is responsible for considering legislation pertaining to elections and campaign finance laws.

“The integrity and security of our elections continue to be top concerns,” Calley said. “I’m looking forward to finding sensible solutions that deter fraud and make Michigan’s elections process operate more efficiently.”

Additionally, Calley will serve on the Natural Resources and Outdoor Recreation; Health Policy; and Local Government and Municipal Finance committees.

“These issues are all of great importance to people in Barry and Ionia counties,” Calley said. “I’m working to build a better Michigan, and these committees are a vital part of that effort.”

Residents may contact Calley via email at [email protected] or call her at (517) 373-0842.

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