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Rep. Iden leads Michigan Legislature’s approval of sports betting, online gaming protections for residents
Rep. Brandt Iden today led the state Legislature’s final votes to approve important consumer protections and modernize Michigan’s gaming laws to incorporate sports betting and evolving technology. The plan – headed to Gov. Gretchen Whitmer for her expected signature – would benefit Michigan’s economy, create important revenue streams for K-12 schools and local governments, and…
Odds improving greatly on governor’s signature for Rep. Hall’s sports betting plan
Final legislative approval given for landmark proposal The state House today gave final legislative approval to Rep. Matt Hall’s plan permitting sports wagering in Michigan with important consumer protections. The overwhelmingly bipartisan vote brings Michigan one step closer to joining other states that have already legalized sports betting. Hall said the legalization will benefit communities…
Rep. Vaupel: Michigan’s ‘chomping at the bit’ to modernize gaming industry
Legislature advances plan increasing revenue, boosting agricultural industry The state House today gave final legislative approval to state Rep. Hank Vaupel’s plan allowing people to use updated technologies for wagering on horse racing, further helping the state’s agricultural industry. The overwhelming, bipartisan vote brings Michigan one step closer to updating the way gaming is conducted…
Rep. Albert stands with Caledonia Schools in opposing Switch tax break
State Rep. Thomas Albert today stood in opposition to legislation that would exempt Switch, a data company located in Kentwood, from certain taxes. Albert, who represents the affected Caledonia School District, voted in opposition to the bill after learning about the negative impact the policy change would have on the local school district’s finances. “There…
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The House Select Committee on Reducing Car Insurance Rates
The House Select Committee on Reducing Car Insurance Rates wants to hear from you! Speaker Lee Chatfield created the committee to solely focus on lowering car insurance rates for Michigan drivers. Submit your ideas and stories by clicking the graphic below.
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