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  • Local Government

    Rep. Martin Calls for Action to Enhance Government Transparency in Michigan

    State Rep. David Martin has urged action on a plan aimed at boosting government transparency in Michigan by expanding the scope of open records laws. Martin emphasized the importance of the plan, stating, “I have absolutely nothing to hide, and none of our other elected officials should either. It’s well past time to make it easier for the people we represent to access important information about the work we’re doing on their behalf.”Martin's plan, which includes House Bills 5422-5427, proposes significant changes to improve access to public records and enhance...

  • Local Government

    Rep. Martin announces March office hours

    State Rep. David Martin is inviting residents to meet with him during his upcoming office hours in Burton and Goodrich. According to Rep. Martin, local office hours provide an opportunity for residents to share their thoughts, questions, and concerns in a face-to-face setting. The meetings are open to the public, and appointments are not necessary to attend.Rep. Martin will be available on Friday, March 8, at the Burton Senior Center from 10:30 a.m. to noon and at ABeanToGo Coffee in Goodrich from 1 to 2:30 p.m.For those unable to attend the scheduled office hours, Rep....

  • Local Government

    Eliminating citizen oversight panels invites bureaucratic overreach

    By State Rep. David Martin, R-Davison and David Prestin, R-Cedar RiverMichigan's Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy (DEGLE) has been known to exert its authority through numerous regulations that impact the lives of residents and business owners. In an effort to ensure citizen involvement and accountability, Michigan established three citizen oversight boards in 2018: the Environmental Rules Review Committee, the Environmental Permit Review Commission, and the Environmental Science Advisory Board. These boards were created to provide a check on bureaucratic...

  • Local Government

    Rep. Martin issues statement after bad bills fail to gain support in Natural Resources Committee

    State Representative David Martin, the Republican vice chair of the House Natural Resources Committee, expressed his satisfaction after Senate Bills 393-394 failed to advance out of committee. In a statement released on Thursday, Rep. Martin criticized the Democrats' attempt to transfer environmental decision-making to unelected bureaucrats.Rep. Martin stated, "In her rush to relinquish environmental decision-making to unelected bureaucrats, the committee chair either forgot to do the math or doesn't understand basic House rules. Either way, I'm glad this ill-conceived...

  • Local Government

    Rep. Mueller: Evenly divided Michigan House is opportunity for bipartisan collaboration

    State Representative Mike Mueller believes that the current balance of power in the Michigan House of Representatives is a chance for lawmakers to come together and find solutions to the issues affecting all Michigan families. With an even split of 54 Republicans and 54 Democrats due to the election of two Democrat representatives to other positions, there is an opportunity for bipartisan collaboration until special elections are held in April to fill the vacant seats."I've never been one for partisan games," said Mueller, who represents Linden as a Republican. "As your...

  • Local Government

    Rep. Martin introduces plan to cut taxes, provide relief to Michiganders

    State Representative David Martin has unveiled a plan aimed at boosting economic growth and offering relief to the people of Michigan. The proposal involves reducing the state income tax rate for families and small businesses, providing them with much-needed financial respite.The state income tax rate recently increased from 4.05% to 4.25% due to actions taken by Lansing Democrats. This change reversed the reduction that had been implemented in 2023, following a law passed by Republicans in 2015. Rep. Martin's plan seeks to immediately lower the state income tax rate even...

  • Local Government

    Rep. Martin Renews Call to Fix Broken Unemployment Agency After Audit Reveals Failures

    State Representative David Martin is urging legislative leaders to take action and reform Michigan's unemployment agency following the release of a new audit by the nonpartisan Office of the Auditor General. The report highlights the ongoing failures of Governor Whitmer's Unemployment Insurance Agency (UIA) in addressing fraud and improper payments during and after the COVID-19 pandemic.In response to the audit, Rep. Martin, a Republican from Davison, emphasized the need for substantial change, stating, "Ignoring the cracks in the unemployment system and turning a blind...

  • Local Government

    Rep. Mueller protects health care workers from violence with new law

    Michigan state Rep. Mike Mueller has spearheaded a new law aimed at cracking down on violence against nurses, doctors, and other medical personnel. The law, which was signed into effect today, seeks to provide stronger protections for health care workers by imposing stricter penalties on individuals who assault them.The need for this law stems from the significant increase in violent encounters between health care workers and visitors in Michigan hospitals. Rep. Mueller, in highlighting the importance of the legislation, stated, "Michigan's dedicated health care...

  • Local Government

    Rep. Martin: Line 5 tunnel one step closer after MPSC makes right decision for Michigan

    State Representative David Martin of Davison praised the Michigan Public Service Commission (MPSC) for granting a permit to Enbridge Energy to construct the Great Lakes Tunnel and replace the segment of Line 5 that runs under the Straits of Mackinac. The decision by the MPSC was applauded by Rep. Martin, who emphasized the importance of sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy for the people of Michigan.In a statement, Rep. Martin expressed his support for the commission's decision, stating, "The Michigan Public Service Commission made the right decision. The people...

  • Local Government

    City Reminds Residents To Be Mindful Of Parking On Streets During Heavy Snow Events

    As the City of Saginaw prepares for another round of winter weather this weekend, city residents are reminded to prepare for the ice and snow events and be mindful of parking in certain areas during a heavy snowfall.

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