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Rowan Act passes House aiming to update Michigan Amber Alert criteria

State Representatives Jerry Neyer and Angela Rigas have announced the passage of the Rowan Act, a legislative effort aimed at updating Michigan’s Amber Alert System.

By R. M. Sparks | Sep 4, 2025

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Neyer bill seeks reduced fines for grieving farm families missing fatality reports

State Representative Jerry Neyer has led the passage of House Bill 4017, a measure aimed at reducing state fines for family farms that do not report a workplace death of an immediate family member within the required eight-hour window.

By R. M. Sparks | Sep 3, 2025

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Rep. Mike Hoadley schedules September office hours across the district

By Tri-City Sun | Aug 29, 2025

State Rep. Mike Hoadley (R-Au Gres) has announced a series of local office hours for residents in the 99th House District.

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Hoadley urges review of parolee housing policy after fatal shooting in Iosco County

By Tri-City Sun | Aug 29, 2025

State Representative Mike Hoadley has called on the Michigan Department of Corrections (MDOC) to change its parolee housing policy after a recent incident in Iosco County.

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House passes $78.5B budget proposal with focus on accountability and road funding

By Tri-City Sun | Aug 27, 2025

The Michigan House of Representatives has passed the $78.5 billion Value for MI Dollars budget proposal, a move State Rep. Jerry Neyer described as a significant change in state fiscal policy.

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House advances balanced Michigan budget focused on infrastructure, education funding

By Tri-City Sun | Aug 26, 2025

State Rep. Brian BeGole of Antrim Township has supported a House budget plan that totals $78.5 billion, aiming to address Michigan residents' key concerns without increasing taxes or adding new fees.

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BeGole criticizes Democrats after failed vote on suspending legislator pay over late budgets

By Tri-City Sun | Aug 22, 2025

State Rep. Brian BeGole has criticized House Democrats for not supporting a measure that would increase accountability in Michigan’s state government by linking legislative and executive pay to the timely passage of the annual budget.

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Column highlights importance of understanding America's republican form of government

By Tri-City Sun | Aug 21, 2025

America’s system of government is often described as a democracy, but some leaders are emphasizing the distinction between a democracy and a republic.

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Rep. Bierlein backs legislation for fairer mental health insurance coverage

By Tri-City Sun | Aug 19, 2025

State Rep. Matthew Bierlein has expressed his support for a series of bills aimed at reforming mental health care coverage in Michigan.

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Amber Alert modernization plan advances unanimously in Michigan House committee

By Tri-City Sun | Aug 15, 2025

State Representatives Jerry Neyer and Angela Rigas have led a bipartisan effort to update Michigan’s Amber Alert System.

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FOIA request sent to Saginaw Valley State University regarding recent course syllabi on August 6, 2025

By Tri-City Sun | Aug 6, 2025

FOIA Request to Saginaw Valley State University regarding recent course syllabi on August 6, 2025.

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Bierlein urges state action as Michigan faces mental health service shortages

By Tri-City Sun | Jul 29, 2025

State Rep. Matthew Bierlein has called for more action to address mental health service gaps in Michigan.

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Mike Hoadley announces office hours for August across six counties

By Tri-City Sun | Jul 29, 2025

State Representative Mike Hoadley (R-Au Gres) has announced his office hours for August, providing an opportunity for residents of the 99th House District to meet with him.

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Rep. Bierlein emphasizes need for transparency with new subpoenas

By Tri-City Sun | Jul 29, 2025

House Oversight Committee Vice Chair Matthew Bierlein has stated that recent actions by the committee to obtain information from state departments and officials will bring much-needed transparency as the Legislature continues its work on the state...

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Rep. Beson pushes for $1.9M infrastructure improvements in Kawkawlin Township

By Tri-City Sun | Jul 24, 2025

State Representative Timmy Beson testified on a funding request for infrastructure improvements in Kawkawlin Township, Bay County, and the Saginaw Bay Watershed.

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Rep. Bierlein introduces bill to protect county-owned care facilities

By Tri-City Sun | Jul 23, 2025

State Representative Matthew Bierlein has put forward a legislative proposal aimed at safeguarding county-owned care facilities in Michigan.

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2024 H-1B petitions: Approvals for employers classified under Wholesale Trade industry across Tri-City Sun publication area

By Tri-City Sun | Jul 14, 2025

Of the 2 H-1B petitions filed by employers classified under the Wholesale Trade industry located across Tri-City Sun publication area one were approved in 2024, as per data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

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2024 H-1B petitions: Approvals for employers classified under Accommodation and Food Services industry across Tri-City Sun publication area

By Tri-City Sun | Jul 7, 2025

In 2024, 100% of H-1B petitions filed by Accommodation and Food Services employers across Tri-City Sun publication area were approved, according to data from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

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Rep. Bierlein launches summer photo contest for Michigan's 97th House District

By Tri-City Sun | Jul 3, 2025

State Representative Matthew Bierlein, representing Vassar, has announced a summer photo contest for residents of the 97th House District.

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Michigan House advances bill on roadside drug testing

By Tri-City Sun | Jul 2, 2025

A bipartisan initiative led by state Representative Brian BeGole to enhance the safety of Michigan's roadways has advanced in the Michigan House.