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House approves Paquette bill protecting children from irreversible sex-rejecting procedures
2+ hour, 20+ min ago (386+ words) State Rep. Brad Paquette and the Michigan House on Wednesday approved his plan to protect children from irreversible sex rejecting-transition procedures and treatments. House Bill 4467, the Protecting Minors from Chemical and Surgical Mutilation Act, would prohibit doctors from performing sex-transition…...
Rep. Thompson plan provides needed check on how state benefits are administered
2+ hour, 20+ min ago (328+ words) A proposal from state Rep. Jamie Thompson that ensures government efficiency and that Michigan's most vulnerable continue to have access to resources was advanced Wednesday by the Michigan House. Thompson's House Bill 5812 prohibits the Michigan Department of Health and Human…...
Rep. Alexander: Dairy Month highlights importance of vital industry
8+ hour, 34+ min ago (324+ words) State Rep. Greg Alexander is recognizing the efforts and hard work of people who work in Michigan's dairy industry with a recently adopted House resolution. Alexander's measure declares June as Dairy Month in Michigan. The state is home to more…...
Rep. Greene champions House vote on her bill to protect Michigan's children
6+ hour, 37+ min ago (199+ words) State Rep. Jaime Greenetoday celebratedthe successful House vote on her bill to protect Michigan's children from medical mutilation. "The fact thatthis has been allowed to continue for as long as it has is sickening," said Greene (R-Richmond). "Our children need…...
Rep. Steele's plan to strengthen penalties for acts of terrorism passes House
9+ hour, 28+ min ago (285+ words) State Rep. Donni Steele yesterday secured House approval of legislation designed to strengthen penalties for acts of terrorism, requiring a mandatory minimum of 25 years" incarceration for individuals who carry out these acts knowingly and with premeditation. "This is about protecting…...
Democrats Block University Board Reform - MI House Republicans
1+ day, 40+ min ago (484+ words) The Michigan House today voted on a bipartisan plan to reform university boards and improve accountability, transparency, and stability at Michigan's largest public universities. The plan required 2/3 of the House and Senate to approve, but House Democrats voted no, blocking…...
Rep. Bollin encourages residents to weigh in on Michigan's "I Voted' sticker contest
1+ day, 2+ hour ago (521+ words) State Rep. State Rep. Ann Bollin is encouraging residents to take part in Michigan's official 2026 "I Voted" sticker design contest and help select the stickers that voters across the state will receive after casting their ballot during the November election....
Rep. Schmaltz's plan to protect seniors, vulnerable adults clears Michigan House
1+ day, 2+ hour ago (478+ words) New safeguards aim to stop financial exploitation and protect life savings State Rep. Kathy Schmaltz today led the House in voting to better protect vulnerable individuals from financial exploitation by strengthening oversight for guardianships and conservatorships. Schmaltz, R-Jackson, said her…...
Rep. Robinson testifies before Senate committee in support of paid military leave for first responders
1+ day, 2+ hour ago (461+ words) State Rep. Ron Robinson today testified alongside Rep. Matt Koleszar before the Senate Committee on Veterans and Emergency Services in support of their bipartisan plan to ensure firefighters and police officers who also serve in the National Guard or reserves…...
Rep. Schmaltz: Which "I Voted" sticker do you like best?
1+ day, 2+ hour ago (446+ words) State Rep. Kathy Schmaltz is encouraging residents to take part in Michigan's official 2026 "I Voted" sticker design contest and help select the stickers that voters across the state will be able to receive after casting their ballot during the November…...