News by David Beasley

Whitmer signs 800th bipartisan bill, to protect Michigan's construction workers and 'fix the damn roads'

By David Beasley | Apr 14, 2022

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer (D-Mich.) in late March signed the 800th bipartisan bill since the start of her term, according to a news release.

Bollin supports strengthening Michigan election security 'to restore confidence with our public'

By David Beasley | Mar 23, 2022

Michigan Rep. Ann Bollin (R-Brighton) continues to support efforts to strengthen the security of Michigan elections.

Lightner: Michigan should prepare for budget without federal COVID-19 aid

By David Beasley | Oct 1, 2020

Michigan needs to prepare for the day when federal COVID-19- funding runs out, said Rep. Sarah Lightner (R-Springport).

Michigan Dental Association disputes WHO guidance on routine dental care

By David Beasley | Sep 11, 2020

In August, the World Health Organization (WHO) advised delaying routine dental appointments during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Lightner supported COVID-19 nursing home bill that Whitmer vetoed

By David Beasley | Aug 7, 2020

Rep. Sarah Lightner (R-Springport) voted for a bill that would have protected nursing home residents from COVID-19 infections by creating a dedicated facility within each of Michigan’s eight health regions for patients who've contracted the virus.

Barrett supports 'Unlock Michigan' petition drive against Whitmer

By David Beasley | Jul 31, 2020

Sen. Tom Barrett (R-Charlotte) has endorsed a petition drive to repeal a 1945 Michigan law that Gov. Gretchen Whitmer is citing to continue her emergency powers during the COVID-19 pandemic.