The Michigan House of Representatives on Tuesday approved bipartisan legislation to combat gift card fraud. The legislation is sponsored by state Rep. Mike Harris, R-Waterford, and state Rep. Samantha Steckloff, D-Farmington Hills. “When someone spends their hard-earned money on a gift card for family or friends, they should be able to expect that the money […]

“There’s a video floating around social media of Charlie as he wraps up a segment on Fox News. His young daughter is waiting just off set and joyfully runs into his embrace at her first opportunity. As we continue to process the heinous act of violence that stole Charlie from this earth, the thing that breaks my heart the most is knowing that young girl will never again feel a hug from her loving father.”

State Rep. Alicia St. Germaine (R-Harrison Township) introduced a plan that would provide Michigan teachers with a $2,000 state income tax credit to help offset the out-of-pocket costs they often incur for classroom supplies. “Many teachers spend hundreds of dollars from their own pockets to make sure their students have what they need to succeed,” […]

“I’m disappointed the court-ordered mediation did not yield a positive result last week,” said Smit, R-Martin. “Secretary Benson continues to withhold the training materials she hands down to clerks. Chair DeBoyer and I were both clerks; we both agree that these documents need to be turned over to the Legislature so we can ensure our elections are being run effectively and in a non-partisan way.”

“Every child deserves a safe and nurturing environment,” Frisbie said. “By securing LDSI funding, we’re giving the Bronson Health Foundation the tools to expand evidence-based training and outreach with schools, churches, and community groups — so every parent, caregiver, and neighbor knows how to protect kids and stop abuse before it happens.”

State Rep. Joseph Fox today secured passage of his House Bill 4024, the Student Restroom Privacy Act. Fox’s plan, if signed into law, will safeguard students’ privacy and ensure safety in Michigan schools. House Bill 4024 requires that multiple-occupancy restrooms, locker rooms, changing areas, and showers in schools be used only by people based on […]