Passage of $30M in grants further positions Michigan as energy leader
- — November 05, 2009
Plan allows owners to transport firearms to get them licensed
- — October 30, 2009
Plan to overhaul Department of Agriculture weakens industry, removes oversight
- — October 12, 2009
Correctional facility scheduled to close due to budget cuts on Oct. 31
- — October 01, 2009
Lawmaker's plan ensures service members would not need out-of-state license
- — September 29, 2009
Federal funds would be used to refurbish buses with hybrid technology
- — September 18, 2009
Plan would allow residents to drop off yard waste at landfills
- — September 17, 2009
Move to streamline state government will save taxpayer dollars
- — September 16, 2009
Current funding for beach monitoring insufficient for Michigan's needs
- — September 09, 2009
Broadening high school math requirements paves way for job preparation
- — September 03, 2009
Panel to focus on funding solutions that enable all Michigan students to succeed
- — September 02, 2009
Plan takes aim at financial exploitation, increases consumer protections
- — August 26, 2009
Infrastructure improvement plan will hasten repairs, prevent blackouts
- — August 25, 2009
Bay City lawmaker to co-host community event with Bay County REALTOR® Association
- — July 29, 2009
Legislation would increase number of Agriculture Renaissance Zones
- — June 26, 2009
Legislation aims to ensure food quality by raising standards on animal care
- — June 19, 2009
Cost-saving measure could save taxpayers about $2 million
- — June 18, 2009
Lawmaker to be joined by DELEG, utilities to help consumers save money
- — June 17, 2009
Plan protects residents, cracks down on re-use of needles, other medical supplies
- — June 12, 2009
Legislation allows struggling farmers to take advantage of renewables, tax breaks
- — June 09, 2009
MISS DIG system provides residents with a simple way to notify utility companies
- — June 04, 2009
$12.7 million in stimulus funding to be used for construction of new terminal
- — June 03, 2009
Bay City lawmaker recognized by poll of colleagues, officials
- — June 02, 2009
House plan will use $194 million from American Recovery and Reinvestment Act
- — May 21, 2009
Resolution promotes effort to protect pollinators, Michigan agriculture
- — May 15, 2009
MMA honors Bay City lawmaker for support of Michigan manufacturing
- — May 13, 2009
Reforms would protect people by prohibiting insurers from jacking up rates on sick
- — May 11, 2009
Lawmaker stands up for farmers struggling with the economic downturn
- — May 08, 2009
Lawmaker aims to reform 'anchor zones,' diversify Michigan's economy
- — May 06, 2009
Bay City lawmaker looks to address inequity between leased, owned property
- — May 01, 2009
Lawmaker serves as Chair of House Energy and Technology Committee
- — April 30, 2009
Lawmaker backs bipartisan plan to protect rights of residents
- — April 28, 2009
Plan part of comprehensive effort to hold lawmakers accountable, reform government
- — April 01, 2009
Plan to protect consumers from winter utility shutoffs passes House
- — March 31, 2009
Much-needed state government reforms headed to Senate
- — March 26, 2009
$250M in tax credits will encourage suppliers to consolidate in Michigan
- — March 26, 2009
Plan to help Michigan's credit unions remain competitive, benefit schools and others
- — March 20, 2009
Bay City lawmaker's plan will help construction industry handle struggling economy
- — March 19, 2009
'Hire Michigan First' to protect jobs for Michigan workers, taxpayer dollars
- — March 12, 2009
'Hire Michigan First' plan rewards businesses that hire Michigan residents, cracks down on use of tax dollars to provide jobs for illegal immigrants
- — March 09, 2009
Lawmaker's plan clarifies dispute resolution process for customers, providers
- — March 04, 2009
Thumb-area sugar, bean, flour and ethanol giants help educate members
- — February 27, 2009
$2.3 billion plant will spur economic investment in the area, create jobs
- — February 26, 2009
Comprehensive plan requires utilities to work with customers struggling with rising costs
- — February 19, 2009
Plan protects homeowners, property values by providing time to find solutions
- — February 18, 2009
Lawmaker's plan places new penalties into state's sentencing guidelines
- — February 11, 2009
Bay City lawmaker will work to protect consumers from utility shutoffs
- — February 06, 2009
Online guide provides visitors with information about money-saving tax credits
- — February 06, 2009
Lawmaker to play a key leadership role in crafting bipartisan solutions
- — February 02, 2009
Lawmaker to also serve on Banking, Tax Policy, Agriculture Committees
- — January 28, 2009
93-year-old World War II veteran froze to death inside his home
- — January 27, 2009
Community event will focus on benefits and assistance available to veterans
- — January 13, 2009
Legislative update to include community news, current events
- — January 12, 2009
Plan will provide a voluntary income tax checkoff option for residents
- — January 09, 2009
Plan provides tax credits for companies to promote hybrid, fuel-efficient vehicles
- — December 30, 2008
Plan to combat muck in Saginaw Bay headed to Governor
- — December 29, 2008
Plan will remove barriers for active service members, law enforcement officials
- — December 23, 2008
Plan will strengthen penalties on fraudulent real estate appraisals
- — December 22, 2008
Taxpayers will have convenient, voluntary income tax checkoff option
- — December 16, 2008
Bay City lawmaker is recipient of annual 'Governmental Leadership Award'
- — December 15, 2008
Plan will require voters' consent for surcharge increases
- — December 15, 2008
Lawmaker's plan will protect sugar beet growers, speed delivery
- — December 11, 2008
Change will bolster farmers' sales, children's health
- — December 10, 2008
Plan positions Michigan to become an alternative fuels powerhouse
- — December 09, 2008
Polling sites would be open for three days before Election Day to increase access
- — December 05, 2008
Credit available for residents who buy energy efficient homes, make "green" renovations
- — December 04, 2008
Bay City lawmaker's plan will aid struggling local governments
- — December 04, 2008
Bay City lawmaker's plan will help stem foreclosure epidemic
- — November 12, 2008
Bay City lawmaker's plan will create energy property tax exemption
- — November 10, 2008
Bipartisan pact will attract renewable energy industry, help businesses grow
- — October 06, 2008
Plan will prevent property taxes from increasing when home values decrease
- — September 26, 2008
Plan will help struggling homeowners facing foreclosures
- — September 25, 2008
Legislator votes in favor of plan to create state-level New Markets Tax Credit program
- — September 24, 2008
Bay City lawmaker's plan creates voluntary income tax checkoff
- — September 24, 2008
Bipartisan pact will attract renewable energy industry, help businesses grow
- — September 18, 2008
Lawmaker's plan restricts sale of toy-like devices that are too attractive to children
- — September 18, 2008
Committee chairs call for lifting the peninsula wide ban
- — September 17, 2008
Plan will bring Michigan's agricultural industry into the classroom
- — September 16, 2008
Bipartisan plan will boost local growers' sales, keep children healthy
- — September 16, 2008
Stronger renewable energy standard needed to attract global investors to state
- — July 23, 2008
- — June 16, 2008
Bay-Arenac schools will connect with companies to help prepare students for jobs
- — June 11, 2008
Plan addresses muck problem in Saginaw Bay by targeting algae overgrowth
- — May 27, 2008
Plan addresses muck problem in Saginaw Bay by targeting algae overgrowth
- — May 27, 2008
Lawmaker's bill protects new farmers, curtails fraud
- — May 22, 2008
'Hire Michigan First' will boost economy, crack down on hiring illegal workers
- — May 21, 2008
Plan also toughens standards for bottling water, increases fines for violators
- — May 14, 2008
- — May 14, 2008
Representative donates catalpa trees to Bay City community
- — May 12, 2008
MISS DIG system provides residents with a simple way to notify utility companies
- — May 09, 2008
Changes will remove barriers for service members and law enforcement officials
- — May 06, 2008
Bay City lawmaker's plan creates voluntary income tax checkoff
- — May 01, 2008
Saginaw and Bay county projects to invest $81M into local community
- — April 25, 2008
Lawmaker's plan is key component to attracting investments to state
- — April 17, 2008
Comprehensive blueprint maps out secure future for Michigan workers, consumers
- — April 17, 2008
Legislation aimed at making Michigan an energy leader; creating jobs
- — April 17, 2008
Lawmaker's plan will increase safety and efficiency
- — April 11, 2008
Plan will create 1,400 jobs, $414.7 million in economic impact
- — April 10, 2008
Chunks of concrete fell from bridge, rated as one of Bay County's worst
- — March 20, 2008
Plan will invest in arts and culture to promote vibrant communities
- — March 19, 2008
Guide provides state residents with sample tax forms, additional resources
- — March 19, 2008
House sends bill on volunteer groups such as Paint-N-Pride to Governor's desk
- — March 18, 2008
Lawmaker a lead sponsor of bipartisan plan providing incentives for solar energy
- — March 17, 2008
Lawmaker raises awareness on the economic impact of MDA program
- — March 06, 2008
M-138 Plan is part of a $147.7 million statewide initiative
- — March 05, 2008
LANSING – Governor Jennifer M. Granholm signed into law a plan proposed by State Representative
- — March 03, 2008
Expanding eligibility for commercial redevelopment program promotes economic growth
- — February 28, 2008
Lawmaker's bill protects new farmers, curtails fraud
- — February 22, 2008
Lawmaker teams up with Grand Rapids-based chain to provide light bulbs
- — February 21, 2008
'Hire Michigan First' plan rewards businesses that hire Michigan workers
- — February 19, 2008
Bills require companies to improve efforts to avoid potentially deadly loss of power
- — February 18, 2008
Plan secures state's future as a powerhouse in renewable energy production
- — February 14, 2008
Show features Brian Elder, Kim Coonan, Ernie Krygier
- — February 14, 2008
Bill also provides free passes for camping, state parks
- — February 12, 2008
Legislation also safeguards jobs by ensuring protection of legal citizens seeking licenses
- — February 07, 2008
Up to $750,000 available through DEQ could boost Saginaw Bay economy, environment
- — February 07, 2008
- — February 06, 2008
Grant will implement safety improvements through 'Safe Routes to School' program
- — February 06, 2008
Legislator fights for increased consumer safety, updated standards for industry
- — January 31, 2008
Designation recognizes importance of pollinators to state’s agriculture
- — January 30, 2008
Lawmaker's bill, introduced last year, would establish new penalties
- — January 17, 2008
House passes plan to let small businesses participate in bulk-purchasing program
- — January 17, 2008
Lawmaker encourages parents to use Web database
- — January 02, 2008
House passes plan to help prevent stolen snowmobiles from being sold
- — December 18, 2007
Federal funding necessary to keep Bay County's beaches safe
- — December 17, 2007
- — December 13, 2007
House passes plan to help prevent stolen snowmobiles from being sold
- — December 13, 2007
Federal funding necessary to keep Bay County's beaches safe
- — December 13, 2007
Money keeps life-saving 911 centers operating to respond to emergencies
- — December 13, 2007
Federal funding necessary to keep Bay County's beaches safe
- — December 10, 2007
New program attacks problem of skyrocketing adjustable-rate loans
- — December 05, 2007
Expanding eligibility for commercial redevelopment program promotes economic growth
- — November 20, 2007
House plan punishes those who hire undocumented workers
- — November 15, 2007
Lawmaker's legislation places new penalties into state's sentencing guidelines
- — November 09, 2007
Funding will help districts keep class sizes low, invest in technology
- — October 30, 2007
Plan ends free ride for judges, auditor general, state agency directors
- — October 25, 2007
Law tightening rules on food preparation will help prevent norovirus outbreaks
- — October 16, 2007
New program helping families avoid foreclosure will boost economy
- — October 12, 2007
Plan benefiting volunteer groups such as Paint-N-Pride moves to full House
- — October 11, 2007
Program would provide funding to hire additional teachers, reduce class sizes
- — October 08, 2007
Bill allowing crop-based fuel facilities to be eligible for inclusion in tax-free zones
- — October 03, 2007
Bay City Lawmakers say Veterans Memorial Bridge will stay open despite state shutdown
- — September 29, 2007
Legislation, which benefits Delphi Corp., will encourage economic growth in state
- — September 25, 2007
House passes plan to provide funding mechanisms for treatment
- — September 06, 2007
Job-creation initiative rewards businesses that hire Michigan workers
- — August 13, 2007
Lawmakers pass preliminary budget, funds for Wenonah Park renovation
- — July 26, 2007
Plan modernizes 50-year-old code to reflect changes needed for proper maintenance
- — July 25, 2007
Plan tightening rules on food preparation will help prevent norovirus outbreaks
- — July 25, 2007
Campaign helps military families stay in touch
- — July 20, 2007
Plan to reward job creation, attract business will propel Michigan forward
- — July 12, 2007
Local governments have until April 2008 to apply for vital road project grants
- — July 03, 2007
Facilities conducting research in this new field would receive tax incentives
- — June 27, 2007
Proposed amendments to the Michigan Food Law will protect consumers
- — June 21, 2007
Legislation prohibits gas stations from limiting amount of fuel sold
- — June 13, 2007
Initiative boosts renewable energy production, cuts dependence on foreign oil
- — June 11, 2007
House action saves schools from $125 cut in per-pupil funding
- — May 30, 2007
Lawmakers alert public to unprecedented choice facing state
- — May 22, 2007
By opposing renewable energy standards, group stands in the way of programs that would create 21st century jobs in Mich.
- — May 16, 2007
Plan would benefit volunteer neighborhood groups such as Paint-N-Pride
- — May 14, 2007
Plan modernizes 50-year-old code, brings in line with other states
- — May 10, 2007
Bill requires state to replace any hunting land it sells off
- — May 07, 2007
Plan offers $700M in tax credits, slashes Personal Property Tax
- — April 26, 2007
Plan protects health care, police & fire protection, job creation
- — April 18, 2007
Legislation will restore integrity to House, residents' faith in government
- — March 22, 2007
State will partner with small businesses to give millions of Michigan workers access to a secure retirement; plan to get hearing this week
- — March 19, 2007
State will partner with small businesses to give millions of Michigan workers access to a secure retirement; plan to get hearing this week
- — March 19, 2007
State will partner with small businesses to give millions of Michigan workers access to a secure retirement; plan to get hearing this week
- — March 19, 2007
Legislation to spur home sales, jumpstart Michigan's economy
- — March 15, 2007
'Robocallers' would need to identify themselves or face punishment
- — March 13, 2007
Plan suspends 'pop-up tax' on home sales, protects homeowners in tough times
- — March 12, 2007
- — March 07, 2007
Measure requires dog handlers to help victims get medical attention
- — March 05, 2007
Representative also to serve as Vice Chair of Energy & Technology Committee
- — January 25, 2007
Leading list of priorities: Affordable health care, education, alternative energy
- — January 22, 2007
- — January 10, 2007
- — January 10, 2007
Governor's plan opens door to higher education for Michigan students
- — December 11, 2006
Maintaining Great Lakes ports essential to state's economy, lawmaker says
- — December 07, 2006
- — November 30, 2006
- — October 03, 2006
Measure requires dog handlers to help victims get medical attention
- — September 28, 2006
- — September 14, 2006
House passes measure that protects farmers when material is stolen
- — September 14, 2006
Vitality of Great Lakes ports essential to state's economy, lawmaker says
- — September 05, 2006
Plan secures OT pay for home health care workers and daycare providers; creates tax credit for low-income workers
- — August 31, 2006
- — August 21, 2006
Districts to get more for per-pupil funding, math and science programs
- — July 26, 2006
Fuels of the Future plan will bring relief to motorists as gas prices skyrocket
- — June 21, 2006
Proposal creates cultural redevelopment districts that qualify for tax breaks
- — June 06, 2006
Representative fought for added money for Bay County schools
- — May 26, 2006
Plan offers greater protection in the event of natural disaster, other emergencies
- — May 03, 2006
Governor announces 20 new E85 stations to be built in Michigan
- — April 18, 2006
Michigan joins other states in forcing drug companies to publicize results
- — March 20, 2006
Commission will promote the use of alternative fuels in Michigan
- — March 16, 2006
Repealing Single Business Tax creates $2 billion budget hole
- — March 16, 2006
Senate votes to raise Michigan's wage to $7.40 an hour; bill moves to House
- — March 09, 2006
- — February 09, 2006
- — January 31, 2006
Legislation criminalizes theft of cell phone records, answers Governor’s call
- — January 24, 2006
- — January 18, 2006
- — December 27, 2005
Bottlers argue exporting water no different than exporting water-rich crops
- — December 20, 2005
Canada imposes $1.65 tariff on U.S. grain corn exports
- — December 15, 2005
Plan will encourage companies to keep jobs in Michigan
- — December 14, 2005
- — December 14, 2005
- — November 21, 2005
- — November 10, 2005
- — November 04, 2005
- — October 31, 2005
- — October 29, 2005
- — October 24, 2005
- — October 12, 2005
- — October 10, 2005
- — September 25, 2005
- — September 23, 2005
- — September 21, 2005
- — September 07, 2005
- — September 01, 2005
- — August 24, 2005
Calls for Tax Credits for Alternative Fuels, Other Incentives
- — August 23, 2005
- — August 05, 2005
- — June 09, 2005
- — May 06, 2005
- — April 23, 2005