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Spotlight On Representative Laurie Pohutsky

Jul 2, 2026

by Liz Gullett

As MLC’s Communications and Social Media Manager, Liz Gullett keeps clients informed and up-to-date on the goings on in Lansing and the Capitol.

Representative Laurie Pohutsky (D-Livonia) is serving her fourth term in the Michigan House of Representatives.

Biography

She began her professional career working in food safety, toxicology, and health care. Representative Pohutsky graduated from Michigan State University with a degree in microbiology.

District

The 17th House District includes portions of Northwest Detroit, North Redford Charter Township, and Northeast Livonia.

Committees

    • Weaponization of State Government Oversight Subcommittee, minority vice chair
    • Oversight
    • Corporate Subsidies and State Investments Oversight Subcommittee

We asked Representative Pohutsky a few questions to learn more about her: 

    • What’s your favorite travel destination outside of Michigan?
      • A – NYC hands down.
    • What’s your favorite hobby other than politics?
      • A – I love to bake and cook.
    • What did you want to be when you were a kid?
      • A – A rock star.
    • What’s your favorite game to play or sport to watch and/or play?
      • A – Football.

Related posts:

  1. Spotlight on House Speaker Joe Tate
  2. Spotlight on Senate Republican Leader Aric Nesbitt
  3. Spotlight on House Republican Leader Matt Hall
  4. Spotlight on Senator Sarah Anthony

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