By: State Rep. Pauline Wendzel Last week, the Michigan Public Service Commission voted to approve a $368 million rate increase for DTE Energy to pay for clean energy infrastructure.  This comes on the heels of Governor Whitmer signing the most partisan energy package in Michigan history that mandates a 100% “clean” energy portfolio by 2040. […]

By: State Rep. Pauline Wendzel In the aftermath of Michigan Democrats passing the most dangerous energy policy in the nation that will drive utility bills up for struggling Michigan families, I joined several colleagues in introducing legislation to address the ethical concerns regarding the sourcing of products used to power forms of renewable and green […]

State Rep. Pauline Wendzel issued the following statement after Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed Democrats’ partisan energy package that raises rates while decreasing reliability for Michigan families: “With the stroke of her pen, Governor Whitmer has locked in a future of higher rates and less reliable service for hardworking Michigan families. Energy has never been a […]

By: State Rep. Pauline Wendzel In early November, two Democratic state representatives from Southeast Michigan ran to become the mayors of their respective cities. The representatives both won their races, causing them to resign from the Michigan House of Representatives and moving the chamber into an even split – 54 Republican members and 54 Democratic […]

By: State Rep. Pauline Wendzel Thanksgiving is one of my favorite holidays. It’s a time for families and friends to gather to enjoy a warm meal, watch the Lions, and give thanks for all our blessings. As we celebrate this holiday, I’m reminded of President Lincoln’s Thanksgiving proclamation. In a time of uncertainty, with loved […]

By: State Rep. Pauline Wendzel I’m mad.  Last week, Democrats kept members in session for more than 14 hours two days in a row while they twisted arms, threatened, and bought off members of their own party. For what noble purpose? To subvert the will of local residents and pass the most dangerous energy policy […]

“It has now been a year since the people of Michigan voted to require state lawmakers to be open and honest about their business dealings, but the Democrats in control of the Michigan Legislature have yet to take the actions required of them by Proposal 1 of 2022.”

“Democrats stripped authority from local communities and disenfranchised Michigan voters in rural communities across our state all to appease the climate cult,” Wendzel said.

Last week, House Republicans announced a comprehensive plan to protect Michigan residents’ security, and economy from hostile foreign countries. Over the last several months, many people have voiced concerns about the Chinese Communist Party’s growing influence in Michigan. One specific concern involves Michigan State Police using drones purchased from foreign entities, which our bills would […]

By: State Rep. Pauline Wendzel  Residents of my district know I’m a big fan of mail and e-newsletters.  Over the past five years, I’ve regularly sent out updates about what’s happening in Lansing and how people can contact my office about any issues they’re having with state government or to simply share an opinion on […]

If liberal lawmakers want to litter their communities with solar panels and wind turbines – fine. But don’t try and ram through legislation to overturn the will of voters in my district and tell them you know what’s best for them.