A.G. Issues Opinion on Financial Disclosure Act

A.G. Issues Opinion on Financial Disclosure Act

This week, Attorney General Dana Nessel issued a formal opinion addressing certain reporting requirements under the Michigan Constitution and the Public Officers Financial Disclosure Act (PFDA). Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson requested the opinion to clarify...
Proposal to Increase Misconduct Penalties

Proposal to Increase Misconduct Penalties

Representative Ann Bollin (R-Brighton) introduced a House Joint Resolution to allow stricter penalties for unethical behavior and excessive absenteeism among legislators. “The people of Michigan deserve elected officials who prioritize their interests, and my proposal...
Spotlight on Senator Dan Lauwers

Spotlight on Senator Dan Lauwers

Senator Dan Lauwers (R-Brockway) serves as the Minority Floor Leader, having been elected to the leadership role by his peers. He also serves as the Minority Vice Chair of the important Energy and Environment Committee and as a member of the Government Operations...
Spotlight on Senator Dan Lauwers

Spotlight on Senator Sarah Anthony

Senator Sarah Anthony (D-Lansing) made history when she was named the first African American woman to serve as Chair of the Senate Appropriations Committee. The Appropriations Chair is viewed as the most influential as it crafts the state budget, having purview over...
Spotlight on Senate Republican Leader Aric Nesbitt

Spotlight on Senate Republican Leader Aric Nesbitt

Senate Republican Leader Aric Nesbitt is serving his second term in the Michigan Senate. He previously served three terms in the Michigan House of Representatives, including serving as House Majority Floor Leader and chair of the House Energy and Technology Committee....