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September 2016

Title	Member	Date
*Media Advisory* Sen. Proos to tour Berrien County Swift and Sure specialty court program	Proos	September 23, 2016
*Media Advisory* Senate committee to hold hearing on regional law enforcement efforts	Nofs	September 23, 2016
Sen. Zorn to hold a coffee hour in Adrian on Oct. 7	Zorn	September 23, 2016
Schuitmaker honored as ‘2016 Legislator of the Year’	Schuitmaker	September 23, 2016
Schmidt’s survivor benefits bill headed to governor	Schmidt	September 23, 2016
Kowall presents certificates to State Fair scholarship winners	Kowall	September 22, 2016
Schmidt recognized at I-500 ceremony at Capitol	Schmidt	September 22, 2016
Senator O’Brien speaks at MSHDA Summit on Ending Homelessness	O'Brien	September 22, 2016
Senate approves Jones’ police ‘bad behavior’ bill	Jones	September 22, 2016
Legislation introduced to modernize Michigan veterans’ homes	Hildenbrand	September 21, 2016
Senate panel approves Zorn’s hunting license app bill, hears testimony on commercial guide measures	Zorn	September 21, 2016
Horn Hometown Tours: Star of the West	Horn	September 21, 2016
Sen. Jones supports CON Commission vote to deregulate dental CT scanners	Jones	September 21, 2016
Senate panel approves O’Brien legislation penalizing motorists who injure, kill bicyclists	O'Brien	September 20, 2016
PHOTO ADVISORY Sen. Emmons awards lapel pin to local Vietnam veteran	Emmons	September 20, 2016
Photo Advisory Sen. Booher welcomes Pastor LaFeve to deliver invocation to Michigan Senate	Booher	September 20, 2016
Jackson Citizen Patriot guest column: Town hall advanced the conversation on opioid misuse Town hall advanced the conversation on opioid misuse	Shirkey	September 20, 2016
Proos co-sponsors bills to create smartphone apps for hunting and fishing licenses	Proos	September 19, 2016
Sen. Shirkey honored as a Legislator of the Year by Michigan Manufacturers Association	Shirkey	September 19, 2016
Sen. Colbeck leads Free Market Health Care Town Hall in Northville	Colbeck	September 16, 2016
Sen. Proos talks service, constitution with Andrews Academy students	Proos	September 16, 2016
Jones applauds CMH for first steps; encourages continued measures	Jones	September 15, 2016
Sen. Zorn to honor Vietnam era veterans at start of veterans resource fair in Monroe	Zorn	September 15, 2016
Spinal Column: Michigan closer to becoming autonomous vehicle capital	Kowall	September 14, 2016
Horn named Legislator of the Year by Michigan Manufacturers Association	Horn	September 14, 2016
Proos: Innovative ‘driverless’ vehicle bills zoom through Senate	Proos	September 14, 2016
Sen. MacGregor honored as a Legislator of the Year by Michigan Manufacturers Association	MacGregor	September 14, 2016
Jim Stamas honored as Legislator of the Year by Michigan Manufacturers Association	Stamas	September 14, 2016
Marleau announces new legislative director	Marleau	September 14, 2016
Sen. Shirkey highlighting First Amendment for Constitution Day	Shirkey	September 13, 2016
1,877 residents ‘attend’ Proos tele-town hall	Proos	September 13, 2016
Sen. Stamas issues statement on death of Rep. Peter Pettalia	Stamas	September 13, 2016
Schmidt applauds redevelopment project awarded to Grand Traverse County	Schmidt	September 12, 2016
Reminder: Kowall and Robertson honoring Vietnam era veterans at Holly event	Kowall/Robertson	September 12, 2016
Sen. Zorn to hold a coffee hour in Temperance on Sept. 23	Zorn	September 12, 2016
Jones bill supports mom and pop stores	Jones	September 12, 2016
Photo Advisory Jones’ Red Cross income tax donation bills signed	Jones	September 9, 2016
Save the Date: Kowall and Hopgood announce Romulus event honoring Vietnam era veterans	Kowall	September 9, 2016
*Video & Audio Advisory* Sen. Proos sponsors resolution to mark 9/11 anniversary, first responders	Proos	September 8, 2016
Zorn sponsors bill to create smartphone app for duck hunting licenses	Zorn	September 8, 2016
Knollenberg issues statement on reintroduction of roads bill	Knollenberg	September 8, 2016
Schuitmaker, O’Brien bills improve public safety	Schuitmaker	September 8, 2016
Schmidt’s bill providing health benefits for families of fallen officers sees action	Schmidt	September 8, 2016
*Media Advisory* Sen. Colbeck to host Healthcare Townhall in Northville	Colbeck	September 8, 2016
Senate approves O’Brien’s bill to allow dogs on restaurant patios	O'Brien	September 7, 2016
PHOTO & VIDEO ADVISORY Sen. Zorn welcomes Pastor Elarton to Capitol for Senate invocation	Zorn	September 7, 2016
* Media Advisory * Colbeck to hold September office hours in Livonia	Colbeck	September 6, 2016
The Detroit Free Press: Michigan makes strides in vaccination rates	Marleau	September 1, 2016

August 2016

Title	Member	Date
Autonomous vehicle legislation clears Senate committee	Horn/Kowall	August 31, 2016
Nofs, Proos release committee findings on violent crime in Michigan	Nofs	August 31, 2016
Proos, Nofs release committee findings on violent crime in Michigan	Proos	August 31, 2016
Free Market Health Care Revolution	Colbeck-Editorials	August 30, 2016
Oakland Press: Make wise choices for a successful school year	Kowall	August 30, 2016
Senate committee to consider autonomous vehicle legislation	Horn	August 29, 2016
Sen. Zorn to hold a coffee hour in Tecumseh on Sept. 9	Zorn	August 29, 2016
Horn named Legislator of the Year by Police Officers Association of Michigan	Horn	August 25, 2016
Scam Alert: Proos warns residents about new fraud scheme	Proos	August 25, 2016
REMINDER: Kowall and Marleau honoring Vietnam era veterans at Oxford event	Kowall/Marleau	August 24, 2016
Zorn applauds grant for Inteva plant expansion in Adrian	Zorn	August 23, 2016
PHOTO ADVISORY Sen. Jones honors WWII veteran Bob Corey for 70 years with the American Legion Post 48	Jones	August 22, 2016
Sens. Nofs, Proos announce joint hearing to assess violent crime in Michigan	Nofs	August 22, 2016
Sens. Proos, Nofs announce joint hearing to assess violent crime in Michigan	Proos	August 22, 2016
The Fight for Lower Cost, Higher Quality Health Care Options Continues	Colbeck-Editorials	August 19, 2016
Sen. Zorn statement on honoring fallen Summerfield firefighter Terrance Raymond	Zorn	August 18, 2016
Save the Date: Kowall and Robertson announce Holly event honoring Vietnam era veterans	Kowall/Robertson	August 18, 2016
Horn announces August office hours in Marion Township	Horn	August 16, 2016
MEDIA ADVISORY: Shirkey to host town hall in Coldwater on opioid misuse	Shirkey	August 15, 2016
Sen. Rick Jones honored for fighting impaired driving	Jones	August 15, 2016
Sen. Emmons applauds support of business expansion	Emmons	August 12, 2016
Spinal Column: August is the time to play, watch golf in Oakland County, beyond	Kowall	August 12, 2016
Zorn to hold coffee hour in Ida on Aug. 19	Zorn	August 12, 2016
Jones applauds two grants for business expansion and downtown improvements	Jones	August 11, 2016
* Media Advisory * Sen. Colbeck to hold August office hours in Livonia	Colbeck	August 11, 2016
Proos meets young farmers at Cass County Fair	Proos	August 11, 2016
Proos: New laws allow tax checkoff for American Red Cross	Proos	August 10, 2016
Kowall announces Oxford event honoring Vietnam era veterans	Kowall	August 9, 2016
REMINDER: Kowall honoring Vietnam era veterans at Southgate event	Kowall	August 8, 2016
Sen. Schuitmaker announces August office hours	Schuitmaker	August 4, 2016
Proos: Michigan leads nation in new prisoner education program	Proos	August 4, 2016
Sen. Knollenberg announces August office hours	Knollenberg	August 3, 2016
Zorn to hold August coffee hours in Blissfield and Ida	Zorn	August 3, 2016
*MEDIA ADVISORY* Senate panel to hear about Pell Grants for prisoners	Proos	August 2, 2016

July 2016

Title	Member	Date
* Media Advisory * Sen. Colbeck to hold August office hours in Plymouth	Colbeck	July 28, 2016
Trott to host military academy application reception in Novi	Knollenberg	July 26, 2016
Oakland Press: Senate legislation will provide increased security, safety on the road	Kowall	July 26, 2016
Proos co-sponsors bills to crack down on assaulting people with disabilities	Proos	July 22, 2016
Knollenberg issues statement on straight-ticket ruling	Knollenberg	July 22, 2016
Horn Hometown Tours: Bronner’s CHRISTmas Wonderland	Horn	July 22, 2016
Kowall announces Southgate event honoring Vietnam era veterans	Kowall	July 21, 2016
Spinal Column: Growth in Oakland County indicative of economic turnaround across Michigan	Kowall	July 20, 2016
Sen. John Proos honored as 2016 Legislator of the Year by treatment court professionals	Proos	July 19, 2016
Sen. Proos holding office hour tomorrow	Proos	July 19, 2016
Booher to serve as Great Lakes Legislative Caucus vice chair again	Booher	July 19, 2016
Stamas’ Heritage Route 23 tour makes stops in Rogers City	Stamas	July 18, 2016
Sen. Shirkey, Rep. Glenn applaud recent MISO actions regarding three-year auctions	Shirkey	July 18, 2016
Stamas completes 2016 Heritage Route 23 Legislative Tour	Stamas	July 18, 2016
Kowall announces Albion event honoring Vietnam era veterans	Kowall	July 15, 2016
Stamas begins 2016 Heritage Route 23 Legislative Tour with stops in Arenac County	Stamas	July 15, 2016
Stamas begins 2016 Heritage Route 23 Legislative Tour	Stamas	July 14, 2016
REMINDER: Kowall and Booher honoring Vietnam era veterans during West Branch event	Booher/Kowall	July 14, 2016
Proos: Use your library card to access Michigan state parks	Proos	July 14, 2016
Governor signs Green’s ‘moveable bridge’ legislation	Green	July 14, 2016
PHOTO ADVISORY Sen. Jones welcomes local authors to Capitol	Jones	July 13, 2016
Horn announces July office hours in Linden	Horn	July 13, 2016
Sen. Knollenberg announces July office hours	Knollenberg	July 13, 2016
Sen. Zorn, U.S. Rep. Walberg to honor Vietnam era veterans at Monroe County Fair	Zorn	July 13, 2016
Jones’ police ‘bad behavior’ bill approved by committee	Jones	July 13, 2016
*MEDIA REMINDER* Stamas to lead 2016 Heritage Route 23 Legislative Tour	Stamas	July 13, 2016
Senate committee to take up Jones’ police ‘bad behavior’ bill	Jones	July 13, 2016
Zorn to hold coffee hours in Monroe on July 22	Zorn	July 12, 2016
The Detroit News: The nation’s economy and security depend on reliable Soo Locks	Kowall	July 12, 2016
* Media Advisory * Sen. Colbeck to hold July office hours in Canton	Colbeck	July 12, 2016
Sen. John Proos issues statement in response to tragic shooting at hometown courthouse	Proos	July 11, 2016
Stamas leads ribbon-cutting ceremony for ‘Corpsman Aaron D. Ullom Memorial Bridge’	Stamas	July 11, 2016
Detroit News op-ed: Secure the border, save the Second Amendment	Pavlov	July 8, 2016
Sen. Kowall to introduce ‘Uniformed Lives Matter’ legislation	Kowall	July 8, 2016
Stamas announces 2016 Heritage Route 23 Legislative Tour	Stamas	July 8, 2016
Sen. Zorn, U.S. Rep. Walberg announce Adrian event on July 27 honoring Vietnam era veterans	Zorn	July 8, 2016
Sen. Hune praises announcement of compensation for 2012 NECC meningitis outbreak victims	Hune	July 8, 2016
Stamas to participate in ribbon-cutting ceremony for ‘Corpsman Aaron D. Ullom Memorial Bridge’ sign	Stamas	July 8, 2016
Reminder: Kowall hosting Oscoda event honoring Vietnam era veterans	Kowall	July 6, 2016
Proos: Congratulations to Corrections Director Heidi Washington on her first year of service	Proos	July 6, 2016
Sen. Schuitmaker announces July office hours	Schuitmaker	July 5, 2016
Proos kicks off ‘Thank a Farmer’ initiative	Proos	July 5, 2016

June 2016

Title	Member	Date
Stamas invites residents to sign ceremony for ‘Corpsman Aaron D. Ullom Memorial Bridge’	Stamas	June 30, 2016
Booher and Casperson forestry bills signed into law	Booher/Casperson	June 30, 2016
Save the Date: Sens. Kowall and Booher announce West Branch event honoring Vietnam era veterans	Booher/Kowall	June 30, 2016
Proos co-sponsors Aquatic Invasive Species Awareness Week resolution	Proos	June 30, 2016
Zorn to hold office hours in Adrian on July 8	Zorn	June 30, 2016
Kowall presents school supplies to South Lyons charities	Kowall	June 29, 2016
Proos wishes residents a happy Independence Day	Proos	June 29, 2016
Brandenburg and Lucido announce funding for project connecting M-53 and 33 Mile Road	Brandenburg	June 29, 2016
Law inspired by Escanaba couple to allow roadside drug testing signed by governor	Casperson	June 29, 2016
Zorn resolution declares July 3-9 as Aquatic Invasive Species Awareness Week	Zorn	June 29, 2016
Senate passes criminal justice reform bill package	Colbeck	June 28, 2016
Zorn applauds grant to support $4.7 million development project in downtown Adrian	Zorn	June 28, 2016
Emmons co-chairs national human trafficking summit	Emmons	June 28, 2016
School Aid budget invests more than $14 billion in education	Kowall	June 27, 2016
Horn Hometown Tours: Bavarian Inn Restaurant	Horn	June 27, 2016
Save the Date: Kowall announces Oscoda event honoring Vietnam era veterans	Kowall	June 24, 2016
Sen. Schmidt’s bill to promote Native American heritage becomes law	Schmidt	June 24, 2016
Governor signs Hune legislation bringing consistency to vending machine licensing	Hune	June 24, 2016
Hune: Updated seed law will benefit consumers	Hune	June 23, 2016
Governor signs Proos’ bill to put youth back on track	Proos	June 23, 2016
Cub Scouts celebrate Pollinator Week with Sen. Shirkey and Rep. Poleski	Shirkey	June 22, 2016
Jones’ foster children bill signed into law	Jones	June 22, 2016
Legislators, local officials to meet regarding Buena Vista School District debt	Horn	June 20, 2016
Sen. Nofs invites constituents to sign up for e-newsletter	Nofs	June 20, 2016
Proos: Retirees matter and so does our future	Proos	June 17, 2016
Oakland Press: Michigan summers offer a wide variety of fun for everyone	Kowall	June 17, 2016
Kowall presents lapel pin to Vietnam veteran	Kowall	June 16, 2016
Senate approves comprehensive criminal justice reforms	Zorn	June 16, 2016
Governor signs Jones bill to help protect national security	Jones	June 16, 2016
Senate approves bipartisan criminal justice reforms	Proos	June 15, 2016
Emmons hosts human trafficking outreach event	Emmons	June 14, 2016
Robertson welcomes Flint Scottish Pipe Band to state Capitol	Robertson	June 14, 2016
Sens. Zorn and Kowall sponsoring June 20 event honoring Vietnam era veterans	Kowall/Zorn	June 14, 2016
Jones: Bad behavior should not be hidden by resigning	Jones	June 14, 2016
Sen. Colbeck questions legislative priorities of recently passed FY 2017 state budget	Colbeck	June 13, 2016
Senate adopts Proos’ resolution proclaiming June 13-19 as Men’s Health Week	Proos	June 10, 2016
Sen. Emmons to host human trafficking outreach event at Capitol	Emmons	June 10, 2016
Zorn highlights Monroe County Fair improvement funding in state budget	Zorn	June 9, 2016
Free fishing weekend set for June 11-12	Proos	June 9, 2016
Green’s ‘moveable bridge’ legislation approved by House, Senate	Green	June 9, 2016
New O’Brien legislation goes after motorists who injure, kill bicyclists	O’Brien	June 9, 2016
Hansen, Senate honor local food processor and McDonald’s for nutritious contribution	Hansen	June 9, 2016
MacGregor comments on budget passage	MacGregor	June 9, 2016
Proos: Finalized FY 2017 budget builds on success	Proos	June 9, 2016
Knollenberg bill to protect local road funding passes House	Knollenberg	June 9, 2016
MacGregor’s Veterans Ombudsman bill headed to governor	MacGregor	June 9, 2016
Stamas highlights Oscoda assistance funding in budget; upcoming community meeting	Stamas	June 9, 2016
State of Michigan passes on opportunity to save taxpayers money and improve health care	Colbeck	June 9, 2016
Senate passes legislation for Detroit Public Schools	Meekhof	June 9, 2016
Zorn helps secure funds for Lenawee ISD equipment	Zorn	June 8, 2016
Zorn supports Lenawee County road project in state budget	Zorn	June 8, 2016
Schmidt votes for education budget, against general government budget	Schmidt	June 8, 2016
Zorn secures funding for MCCC building renovations	Zorn	June 8, 2016
Sen. Dale Zorn comments on finalized 2017 state budget	Zorn	June 8, 2016
Stamas: Budget builds on commitment to education, public safety and economic growth	Stamas	June 8, 2016
Spinal Column: Autonomous vehicles will strengthen the economy and make us safer	Kowall	June 8, 2016
O’Brien reacts to Kalamazoo bicyclists tragedy	O’Brien	June 8, 2016
Jones, Liberati introduce legislation to increase penalties for assaulting a person with a developmental disability	Jones	June 8, 2016
Senate sends Jones’ foster children bill to the governor	Jones	June 7, 2016
Jones’ Red Cross income tax donation bills heading to governor	Jones	June 7, 2016
Sen. Zorn to hold coffee hour in Dundee on June 17	Zorn	June 6, 2016
Oakland Press: Memorial Day is a time to remember those who gave their lives for our freedom	Kowall	June 3, 2016
Stamas, Ananich comment on ongoing work on Flint water joint committee report	Stamas	June 3, 2016
PHOTO ADVISORY Emmons welcomes Blue Star Mothers to Senate Memorial Day Service	Emmons	June 2, 2016
Shirkey bill being signed clarifies and simplifies law for active duty service members	Shirkey	June 1, 2016
CPR in Schools legislation moves through Senate	Schuitmaker	June 1, 2016
Sen. Schmidt’s June coffee hours announced	Schmidt	June 1, 2016

May 2016

Title	Member	Date
Senate moves Casperson bills to make state departments more accountable	Casperson	May 31, 2016
Sen. Zorn to hold a coffee hour in Hudson on June 10	Zorn	May 31, 2016
Jones bill to block a rapist’s paternity action sent to governor	Jones	May 31, 2016
Horn announces June office hours in Kochville Township	Horn	May 31, 2016
Schmidt: Closure of Pugsley Correctional Facility shortsighted	Schmidt	May 31, 2016
Governor signs Schuitmaker ‘funeral representative’ legislation	Schuitmaker	May 31, 2016
Emmons welcomes WWII veteran to Senate Memorial Day Service	Emmons	May 27, 2016
Sen. Pavlov and guest honor Michigan’s fallen soldiers	Pavlov	May 27, 2016
Save the Date Sens. Zorn and Kowall announce June 20 event honoring Vietnam era veterans	Kowall/Zorn	May 27, 2016
Senate recognizes Michigan’s fallen soldiers during annual Memorial Day Service	Colbeck	May 26, 2016
Photo Advisory Sen. Booher welcomes Ronald Campbell to Capitol for Memorial Day Service	Booher	May 26, 2016
Photo Advisory Sen. Hune welcomes Louis VanCuyl to the state Capitol for Memorial Day Service	Hune	May 26, 2016
Sen. Kowall and guest honor Michigan’s fallen soldiers	Kowall	May 26, 2016
Sen. Hune, Reps. Theis and Vaupel, urge Attorney General Bill Schuette to join lawsuit against Obama’s transgender bathroom directive	Hune	May 26, 2016
PHOTO ADVISORY Sen. Jones welcomes Iraq war veteran to Senate Memorial Day Service	Jones	May 26, 2016
Pavlov resolution opposing EPA power grab headed to EPA and Congress	Pavlov	May 26, 2016
PHOTO ADVISORY Sen. Zorn welcomes Vietnam veteran to Senate Memorial Day service	Zorn	May 26, 2016
Sen. Shirkey and Mayor Snow honor Michigan’s fallen soldiers	Shirkey	May 26, 2016
Photo Advisory Sen. Nofs welcomes Command Sgt. Maj. Jesse L. Sharpe to state Capitol for Memorial Day Service	Nofs	May 26, 2016
Stamas welcomes Maj. Gen. Vadnais and Marine Corps veteran to Senate Memorial Day service	Stamas	May 26, 2016
Sen. Hansen and his dad honor Michigan’s fallen soldiers	Hansen	May 26, 2016
Sen. Horn welcomes family of St. Charles Civil War soldier to state Capitol	Horn	May 26, 2016
VIDEO ADVISORY Sen. Emmons highlights 10th anniversary of Michigan’s first human trafficking law	Emmons	May 25, 2016
Photo Advisory Sen. Hune recognizes 100th anniversary of Michigan Milk Producers Association	Hune	May 25, 2016
Kowall responds to news that Google will open a self-driving test center in Novi	Kowall	May 25, 2016
Kowall, colleagues sponsor autonomous vehicle legislation to increase road safety, strengthen economy	Kowall	May 25, 2016
Jones’ good behavior bill approved by Senate committee	Jones	May 25, 2016
Hansen hosts asparagus queen	Hansen	May 25, 2016
Sen. Schuitmaker welcomes the Rev. Paul Davis to state Capitol	Schuitmaker	May 25, 2016
Proos responds to Michigan gasoline emergency: Fill gas tanks, report price gouging	Proos	May 25, 2016
Green Colleges and Universities bill introduced to recognize sustainability efforts	O’Brien	May 25, 2016
Kowall, Senate honor 2016 Fitzgerald Award winners	Kowall	May 24, 2016
Sen. Zorn applauds grant for historic renovations to several buildings in downtown Adrian	Zorn	May 24, 2016
Senate OKs Stamas grain producer protection bill	Stamas	May 24, 2016
Sen. Hune demands justice for meningitis outbreak victims	Hune	May 23, 2016
Media Advisory Sen. Proos named part of national, bipartisan effort to advance a more restorative criminal justice system	Proos	May 23, 2016
Senate adopts Schmidt resolution for AMBER Alert Awareness Week	Schmidt	May 19, 2016
Armenian genocide, Holocaust to be taught in all Michigan schools	Knollenberg	May 19, 2016
Stamas announces office hours in Alpena and Hillman on May 23	Stamas	May 19, 2016
Kowall announces Homer event on Memorial Day weekend honoring Vietnam era veterans	Kowall	May 19, 2016
Zorn co-sponsors creation of skilled trades act	Zorn	May 18, 2016
‘Skilled Trades Regulation Act’ introduced in Senate	Horn	May 18, 2016
Sen. Robertson welcomes the Rev. Joshua Kennedy to state Capitol to give Senate invocation	Robertson	May 18, 2016
Reminder: Kowall sponsoring event in South Lyon on Monday honoring Vietnam era veterans	Kowall	May 18, 2016
Reminder: Kowall conducting events in Detroit and Pontiac on Saturday honoring Vietnam era veterans	Kowall	May 17, 2016
Senate OKs Hansen bill that would improve representation on Grape and Wine Industry Council	Hansen	May 17, 2016
Senate approves bills to remove offensive hearing loss terms from Michigan law	Zorn	May 17, 2016
PHOTO ADVISORY Sen. Proos welcomes Sturgis pastor to Capitol for Senate invocation	Proos	May 17, 2016
Kowall presents grant to Novi Woods Elementary	Kowall	May 17, 2016
Senator O’Brien’s anti-meth legislation headed to governor	O’Brien	May 17, 2016
House committee approves Pavlov resolution opposing EPA power grab	Pavlov	May 17, 2016
Sen. Dale Zorn pays tribute to Lenawee County intern	Zorn	May 16, 2016
National Police Week	Schmidt	May 16, 2016
Stamas requests meeting with DEQ, USDA on long-term solution to contaminated Oscoda well water	Stamas	May 16, 2016
Protecting our precious Great Lakes	Proos	May 12, 2016
Zorn honors state champion Dundee High School wrestling team	Zorn	May 12, 2016
Senate committee considers Knollenberg bill to protect local road funding	Knollenberg	May 12, 2016
Pavlov PSA addresses planting-time safety	Pavlov	May 12, 2016
Sen. Colbeck and state legislators to pay tribute to Michigan’s fallen heroes during annual Senate Memorial Day Service	Colbeck	May 12, 2016
Sen. Pavlov welcomes St. Clair minister to Michigan Senate	Pavlov	May 12, 2016
Shirkey committee reports bill leveling playing field for small-business owners	Shirkey	May 12, 2016
Spinal Column: Now is a great time to fish in Michigan	Kowall	May 11, 2016
Senate committee passes Jones bill to block a rapist’s paternity action	Jones	May 11, 2016
Governor signs Jones bill to help stop theft of stolen tires	Jones	May 10, 2016
Senate passes Hansen bill creating parity for oral oncology drugs	Hansen	May 10, 2016
* Media Advisory * Sen. Colbeck to hold May office hours in Livonia	Colbeck	May 9, 2016
Stamas holding office hours in Gaylord on May 16	Stamas	May 9, 2016
PHOTO ADVISORY Sen. Dale Zorn welcomes Milan Youth City Council to Michigan Capitol	Zorn	May 9, 2016
Sen. Zorn to hold a coffee hour in Tecumseh on May 20	Zorn	May 9, 2016
Proos: Senate budget recommendation passes	Proos	May 6, 2016
Hansen responds to House passage of DPS bills	Hansen	May 5, 2016
MacGregor’s Veterans Ombudsman bill approved by committee	MacGregor	May 5, 2016
Schmidt supports amendment for ‘Smart911’	Schmidt	May 4, 2016
Senate works to finalize budget ahead of schedule for sixth consecutive year	Knollenberg	May 4, 2016
Stamas bill would require U.S. Air Force to fix problem of contaminated Oscoda well water	Stamas	May 4, 2016
O’Brien wins amendment to state budget for ‘Smart911’	O’Brien	May 4, 2016
Sen. Marleau welcomes Clarkston pastor to Senate session	Marleau	May 4, 2016
New legislation prohibits unregulated custody transfers of adopted children	Jones	May 4, 2016
Zorn bill would stop parole violators from receiving welfare	Zorn	May 3, 2016
Senate committee approves Pavlov bill establishing Michigan Firearms Freedom Act	Pavlov	May 3, 2016
Senate unveils bipartisan criminal justice reform package	Proos	May 3, 2016
Make Michigan a Top Ten State for Education	Colbeck-Editorials	May 2, 2016
Meekhof comments on sick outs	Meekhof	May 2, 2016
*MEDIA ADVISORY* Lawmakers to discuss new criminal justice reform legislation	Proos	May 2, 2016
PHOTO ADVISORY Sen. Zorn welcomes local students to Michigan Capitol	Zorn	May 2, 2016
Jim Stamas honored as Senator of the Year by Michigan Lodging and Tourism Association	Stamas	May 2, 2016

April 2016

Title	Member	Date
Love, not hate, drives opposition to MI State Board of Education LGBTQ Policy	Colbeck-Editorials	April 29, 2016
Opportunity for lower costs, better services in government	Colbeck-Editorials	April 29, 2016
Horn announces May office hours in Montrose	Horn	April 29, 2016
Senate cuts burdensome reporting requirements for schools	Colbeck	April 28, 2016
Save the Date: Kowall announces Pontiac event in May honoring Vietnam era veterans	Kowall	April 28, 2016
Kowall welcomes Troy minister to Capitol to give Senate invocation	Kowall	April 28, 2016
Senate approves bills to reduce school reporting requirements	Schmidt	April 28, 2016
Senate approves bills to cut red tape for schools	Zorn	April 28, 2016
Knollenberg co-sponsors resolution promoting sexual assault awareness	Knollenberg	April 28, 2016
Knollenberg cuts red tape, improves efficiency for Michigan schools	Knollenberg	April 28, 2016
MacGregor: Senate approves plan to cut schools’ ‘red tape’	MacGregor	April 28, 2016
Senate approves Pavlov-led bills to cut red tape for schools	Pavlov	April 28, 2016
Lawmakers, first lady, advocates promote sexual assault awareness	Schuitmaker	April 27, 2016
Proos supports bills to stop sale of aborted baby parts	Proos	April 27, 2016
Sen. Dale Zorn congratulates Gandee brothers for completing 111-mile walk to Michigan Capitol	Zorn	April 27, 2016
Sen. Jones’ cyber revenge bill signed into law	Jones	April 27, 2016
Senate Education Committee passes Common Core repeal bill	Colbeck	April 26, 2016
Zorn applauds business incubator funding for Lenawee Now	Zorn	April 26, 2016
Knollenberg honors Paul Welday during Senate session	Knollenberg	April 26, 2016
* Media Advisory * Sen. Colbeck to hold May office hours in Northville	Colbeck	April 26, 2016
Senators introduce updated energy legislation	Nofs/Proos	April 26, 2016
Kowall announces $4.99 million in collateral support for Novi business	Kowall	April 26, 2016
Pavlov, Senate Education Committee pass Common Core repeal-replace bill	Pavlov	April 26, 2016
Horn Hometown Tours: Saginaw Fire Department	Horn	April 25, 2016
Oakland Press: No excuse not to get out and enjoy our great outdoors	Kowall	April 25, 2016
Governor signs Green bill amending state recycling requirements	Green	April 22, 2016
Sen. Zorn to hold a coffee hour in Temperance on May 6	Zorn	April 22, 2016
Hansen PSA addresses boating safety	Hansen	April 22, 2016
Sen. Colbeck invites testimony on Common Core standards at upcoming Education Committee meeting	Colbeck	April 21, 2016
Hansen welcomes ‘Day at the Capitol’ winners	Hansen	April 21, 2016
Save the Date: Kowall announces Detroit event in May honoring Vietnam era veterans	Kowall	April 21, 2016
PHOTO ADVISORY Sen. Jones welcomes Pastor Berry to lead the Senate invocation	Jones	April 21, 2016
Photo Advisory Sen. Nofs honors Marshall High School girls basketball team at Michigan Senate	Nofs	April 21, 2016
Governor signs Horn bill dedicating section of Interstate 75 to fallen Navy SEAL	Horn	April 21, 2016
O’Brien welcomes Michigan Youth ChalleNGe Academy graduates to the Senate	O’Brien	April 20, 2016
PHOTO ADVISORY Sen. Nofs welcomes Michigan Youth ChalleNGe Academy to state Capitol	Nofs	April 20, 2016
Sen. Colbeck offers testimony on Michigan Common Core standards at Senate Education Committee meeting	Colbeck	April 19, 2016
Photo Advisory Sen. Hune welcomes Pastor Christopher Thoma to the Michigan Senate to deliver invocation	Hune	April 19, 2016
Pavlov issues statement on bill to replace Common Core	Pavlov	April 19, 2016
House panel approves Jones’ foster children bill	Jones	April 19, 2016
Sen. Proos issues statement on tragic death of radio co-host and reporter Denise Bohn-Stewart	Proos	April 19, 2016
Senate Education Committee to hear testimony on Sen. Colbeck’s repeal and replace Common Core bill	Colbeck	April 18, 2016
Colbeck calls for input on State Board of Education’s proposed LGBTQ Plans	Colbeck	April 18, 2016
Pavlov announces fifth committee hearing on Michigan’s academically failing schools	Pavlov	April 18, 2016
Photo Advisory: Hansen and guests attend bill signing to allow Newaygo County to become Promise Zone	Hansen	April 14, 2016
O’Brien testifies on bills to end schools’ use of seclusion and physical restraint of students	O’Brien	April 14, 2016
Sen. Horn welcomes Saginaw pastor to Capitol for Senate invocation	Horn	April 14, 2016
LARA budget features additional funding for firefighter cancer treatment, no fee increases	Knollenberg	April 14, 2016
Candlelight vigil honors victims, families at state Capitol	Schuitmaker	April 14, 2016
Jones bill to stop ‘cyber revenge’ heading to the governor	Jones	April 14, 2016
O’Brien’s CARE Act signed into law	O’Brien	April 13, 2016
Michigan Medicaid pilot offers better care for less money	Colbeck	April 13, 2016
Port Huron Times Herald op-ed: Let’s give communities the tools to keep talent home	Pavlov	April 13, 2016
Jones introduces bill to protect the Great Lakes	Jones	April 13, 2016
Spinal Column: Warmer weather, orange barrels signal road construction season	Kowall	April 13, 2016
Senate committee approves Pavlov-led bills to cut red tape for schools	Pavlov	April 12, 2016
Schuitmaker to co-host Crime Victim Foundation’s annual vigil	Schuitmaker	April 12, 2016
Pavlov announces fourth committee hearing on Michigan’s academically failing schools	Pavlov	April 11, 2016
Jones introduces bill to shut down oil pipeline in the Great Lakes	Jones	April 11, 2016
Proos wraps up March is Reading Month celebration by reading to Three Rivers students	Proos	April 8, 2016
Sen. Colbeck Proposes Direct Primary Care Services Medicaid Pilot	Colbeck	April 7, 2016
* Media Advisory * Colbeck to hold April office hours in Livonia	Colbeck	April 7, 2016
Sen. Proos supports funding for firefighter cancer treatment	Proos	April 6, 2016
Horn Hometown Tours: Flushing Community Schools	Horn	April 6, 2016
Horn announces April office hours in Birch Run	Horn	April 6, 2016
Proos district coffee hours a success	Proos	April 5, 2016
Donate Life	Schmidt	April 1, 2016
Sen. Zorn to hold April coffee hours in Monroe and Morenci	Zorn	April 1, 2016

March 2016

Title	Member	Date
Public comment open on proposed State Board of Education LGBTQ policies	Emmons	March 31, 2016
Reading education shakedown	Colbeck-Editorials	March 31, 2016
Hansen: How we’re saving DPS and school choice	Hansen	March 30, 2016
Oakland Press: Safety guidelines and life jackets can prevent some tragedies	Kowall	March 29, 2016
Sen. Proos holding coffee hours on March 30	Proos	March 29, 2016
Meekhof comments on DPS indictments	Meekhof	March 29, 2016
Casperson to introduce legislation in response to Department of Education LGBTQ document	Casperson	March 29, 2016
Proos announces Three Oaks district office hours	Proos	March 28, 2016
* Media Advisory * Colbeck to hold April office hours in Plymouth	Colbeck	March 28, 2016
Media Advisory Flint water committee to hold hearing in Flint on Tuesday	Stamas	March 28, 2016
Proos votes to move Dowagiac River project forward	Proos	March 25, 2016
Flint water committee to hold hearing in Flint on Tuesday	Stamas	March 25, 2016
Plymouth student voices support for Sen. Colbeck’s work to advance press freedom in schools	Colbeck	March 24, 2016
PHOTO ADVISORY Emmons meets with Alma officials in Lansing	Emmons	March 24, 2016
How to Keep America Great	Colbeck-Editorials	March 24, 2016
Sen. Emmons supports funding for two area natural resources improvement projects	Emmons	March 24, 2016
Stamas supports Natural Resources Trust Fund projects	Stamas	March 24, 2016
Proos urges action to protect Great Lakes from Asian carp	Proos	March 24, 2016
Huron County View column: Reading Month fosters lifelong love of reading	Pavlov	March 24, 2016
Jones supports two local Natural Resources Trust Fund projects	Jones	March 24, 2016
Schmidt supports legislation for Natural Resources Trust Fund projects in Antrim, Chippewa, Emmet, Grand Traverse, and Mackinac counties	Schmidt	March 23, 2016
Pavlov, full Senate approve $4 million for Natural Resources Trust Fund projects for the Thumb	Pavlov	March 23, 2016
Stamas’ Critical Incident Stress Management team support bill signed into law	Stamas	March 22, 2016
Senate approves bipartisan DPS reform bills	Hansen	March 22, 2016
Kowall announces $1.4 million business development grant	Kowall	March 22, 2016
Senate passes comprehensive plan for Detroit students	Meekhof	March 22, 2016
Photo Advisory: Sen. Hansen welcomes Shelby pastors to Senate session	Hansen	March 22, 2016
Sen. Shirkey, Rep. Leutheuser to introduce commercial vehicle enforcement package	Shirkey	March 21, 2016
Knollenberg supports funding for firefighter cancer treatment	Knollenberg	March 21, 2016
Sen. Green welcomes the Rev. Ross Shannon to state Capitol to give Senate invocation	Green	March 18, 2016
Media Advisory: Pavlov to celebrate national reading month by reading to schoolchildren across the Thumb	Pavlov	March 18, 2016
Media Advisory Stamas to tour Flint water treatment plant	Stamas	March 18, 2016
Sens. Kowall and Zorn announce April events honoring Vietnam era veterans	Kowall/Zorn	March 17, 2016
Zorn supports funding for firefighter cancer treatment	Zorn	March 17, 2016
Senate committee passes Pavlov resolution to help attract STEAM talent, promote economic development across Michigan	Pavlov	March 17, 2016
O’Brien, Schuitmaker support plan to increase government transparency	O’Brien/Schuitmaker	March 16, 2016
PHOTO ADVISORY Sen. Zorn welcomes college honor society members to Michigan Capitol	Zorn	March 16, 2016
Sen. Emmons honors Sacred Heart Academy Girls Cross Country Team at Capitol	Emmons	March 16, 2016
Governor signs Stamas bill for Alpena Regional Medical Center partnership with MidMichigan Health	Stamas	March 15, 2016
Hune receives 91 percent conservative rating from American Conservative Union Foundation for 2015 Senate session	Hune	March 15, 2016
Sen. Shirkey teaches the value of reading and more	Shirkey	March 15, 2016
Senate approves Zorn bill to repeal ban of out-of-state fishing guides	Zorn	March 15, 2016
Stamas: DHHS holding open house on Oscoda well water	Stamas	March 15, 2016
PHOTO ADVISORY Sen. Judy Emmons welcomes Pastor Rick Lippert to Capitol	Emmons	March 15, 2016
Senate exempts maple syrup from seasonal weight restrictions	Schmidt	March 15, 2016
Pavlov applauds reopening of public comment period on pipeline under the St. Clair River	Pavlov	March 15, 2016
PHOTO ADVISORY Proos welcomes FFA students to the Michigan Capitol	Proos	March 14, 2016
Sen. Dale Zorn welcomes MIS President Roger Curtis to the Michigan Capitol	Zorn	March 11, 2016
Zorn applauds Milan for Michigan Main Street selection	Zorn	March 11, 2016
Stamas holding office hours in Rogers City on March 18	Stamas	March 11, 2016
March is National Reading Month	Schmidt	March 11, 2016
Sen. Kowall celebrates March is Reading Month with children in the district	Kowall	March 10, 2016
Sen. Colbeck welcomes Pastor Ellis Smith to state Capitol to lead invocation	Colbeck	March 10, 2016
Bill passes Senate to increase organ donations	Proos	March 10, 2016
Photo Advisory: Pavlov welcomes FFA students to Capitol	Pavlov	March 10, 2016
Jones’ arson deterrent bill approved by Senate	Jones	March 10, 2016
Save the Date: Kowall announces May event honoring Vietnam era veterans	Kowall	March 10, 2016
PHOTO ADVISORY St. Joseph students visit Proos in the Capitol on Election Day	Proos	March 9, 2016
Sen. Proos celebrates March is Reading Month with Southwest Michigan children	Proos	March 9, 2016
Sen. Rick Jones named Legislator of the Year by Michigan police chiefs	Jones	March 9, 2016
Spinal Column: March is the time to instill strong reading habits, love of learning	Kowall	March 9, 2016
Sen. Colbeck introduces legislation to increase transparency of government assets	Colbeck	March 8, 2016
Pavlov: Public hearing needed on pipeline under the St. Clair River	Pavlov	March 8, 2016
Zorn to hold office hour in Monroe on March 18	Zorn	March 8, 2016
* Media Advisory * Colbeck to hold March office hours in Livonia	Colbeck	March 8, 2016
Horn announces March office hours in Carrollton Township	Horn	March 7, 2016
Proos: Free courses for Michigan entrepreneurs can help boost growing industry	Proos	March 4, 2016
Photo Advisory: Kowall honors Novi High School champions	Kowall	March 3, 2016
Photo Advisory: Kowall presents lapel pins to Vietnam veterans	Kowall	March 3, 2016
Sen. Dale Zorn comments on joint committee hearing on the Grand Rapids Home for Veterans	Zorn	March 3, 2016
PHOTO ADVISORY Sen. Jones takes ‘Polar Plunge’ to support Special Olympics	Jones	March 3, 2016
Sen. Robertson welcomes Davisburg veteran to Capitol	Robertson	March 3, 2016
Stamas’ Critical Incident Stress Management team support bill headed to the governor	Stamas	March 3, 2016
Curtis Cleaners to accept donated men’s and women’s suits for our veterans	Hildenbrand	March 3, 2016
Sen. Colbeck introduces bill to remove restrictions on religious liberty	Colbeck	March 3, 2016
Sen. Schmidt announces March coffee hours	Schmidt	March 3, 2016
Senate approves Jones’ bill to make the first Minor in Possession offense a civil fine	Jones	March 3, 2016
Hansen bill would expand training and education for firefighters	Hansen	March 2, 2016
Jones bill to deter unlicensed motorcyclists	Jones	March 2, 2016
PHOTO & VIDEO ADVISORY Sen. Zorn welcomes Pastor Witte to Capitol for Senate invocation	Zorn	March 2, 2016
Proos welcomes new staff member from St. Joseph County	Proos	March 2, 2016
Sen. Colbeck introduces legislation to repeal and replace Common Core	Colbeck	March 1, 2016
Schuitmaker ‘funeral representative’ legislation moves to House floor	Schuitmaker	March 1, 2016
Senate committee begins hearings on bills to cut red tape for schools	Pavlov	March 1, 2016
Sen. Zorn to hold a coffee hour in Adrian on March 4	Zorn	March 1, 2016
Zorn bill aimed at stopping prescription drug abuse	Zorn	March 1, 2016
Schmidt’s bill to allow county-to-township loans for road projects advances	Schmidt	March 1, 2016
Bills introduced to crack down on schools’ use of seclusion and physical restraint of students	O’Brien	March 1, 2016

February 2016

Title	Member	Date
Legislature OKs Proos resolution urging safe, permanent nuclear waste storage	Proos	February 29, 2016
Supporting Grand Traverse County first responders	Schmidt	February 29, 2016
Sen. Hune announces return of more than $12,000 to state in unspent operating budget funds	Hune	February 29, 2016
The boondoggle lives	Jones	February 29, 2016
Marleau bill would name Monarch butterfly the state insect	Marleau	February 29, 2016
Meekhof releases statement on Snyder Administration emails	Meekhof	February 26, 2016
Media Advisory: Casperson invites U.P. residents to participate in committee hearing via videoconference	Casperson	February 26, 2016
Sen. Colbeck introduces bills to help veterans take advantage of Michigan outdoors	Colbeck	February 24, 2016
Good Samaritan legislation to encourage child rescue clears the Senate	Proos	February 24, 2016
Senate committee approves Jones’ arson deterrent bill	Jones	February 24, 2016
Governor signs Stamas bill designating ‘Corpsman Aaron D. Ullom Memorial Bridge’	Stamas	February 23, 2016
Senate honors Southwest Michigan shooting victims	Proos	February 23, 2016
Legislation that would remove the term ‘policewoman’ from state statute signed into law	Schuitmaker	February 23, 2016
Stamas to chair new joint committee reviewing Flint water emergency	Stamas	February 23, 2016
Senate approves Knollenberg bill that would create the ‘Emergency Minor and Animal Rescue Act’	Knollenberg	February 23, 2016
New joint committee to review Flint water crisis	Meekhof	February 23, 2016
PHOTO ADVISORY Sen. Jim Stamas welcomes Bishop Raica to Capitol for Senate invocation	Stamas	February 23, 2016
Legislature approves Zorn resolution urging safe, permanent nuclear waste storage	Zorn	February 23, 2016
Michigan Senate honors Kalamazoo shooting victims	O’Brien	February 23, 2016
Sen. Nofs delivers remarks on Kalamazoo shooting	Nofs	February 23, 2016
Sen. Hune named to Joint Committee on the Flint Water Public Health Emergency	Hune	February 23, 2016
Knollenberg sponsors free screening of ‘13 Hours’ for veterans	Knollenberg	February 22, 2016
Pavlov and Price challenge legislators to read to 1,000 students	Pavlov	February 22, 2016
Oakland Press: Bill will help increase Michigan’s recycling rate, benefitting our economy and environment	Kowall	February 22, 2016
Sen. Nofs reacts to Kalamazoo shooting	Nofs	February 22, 2016
Photo Advisory Sen. Booher features artwork from Franklin Elementary School	Booher	February 22, 2016
Senators O’Brien, Schuitmaker issue statement on Kalamazoo shooting	O’Brien/Schuitmaker	February 21, 2016
Proos’ bill will help make future generations debt-free	Proos	February 19, 2016
Nofs recognized as Diversity Champion by the City of Albion	Nofs	February 19, 2016
Schmidt offering free guide to appeal property tax assessments	Schmidt	February 19, 2016
Jones, Hertel recognize accomplishments of Lansing’s Grand River GM plant and its workers	Jones	February 19, 2016
Senators to hold hearings on Grand Rapids Home for Veterans after latest audit	MacGregor/O’Brien	February 18, 2016
Schuitmaker bills aiming to reduce drunk driving offenses, protect motorists head to governor’s desk	Schuitmaker	February 18, 2016
Senate moving to restore charitable tax credits	Proos	February 18, 2016
Sen. Zorn announces MDOT grant for road work in Milan	Zorn	February 18, 2016
Bipartisan Senate package introduced to help fight overdoses in schools	Zorn	February 18, 2016
Senators applaud Ohio Soo Locks resolution; urge neighboring states to act	Casperson/Horn/Schmidt	February 18, 2016
New laws will help provide easier, faster access to emergency contact info	Proos	February 18, 2016
Sen. Booher features artwork from Mason County Eastern Elementary School	Booher	February 18, 2016
Sen. Booher features artwork from Kaleva Norman Dickson Elementary	Booher	February 18, 2016
Schuitmaker sponsors MADD license plate	Schuitmaker	February 17, 2016
Schuitmaker legislation to improve government efficiency moves back to Senate	Schuitmaker	February 17, 2016
Schmidt to participate in press conference at Michigan Statewide Interoperable Communications Conference	Schmidt	February 17, 2016
Senate unanimously passes Nofs bill that would allow municipalities to increase their rainy day funds	Nofs	February 17, 2016
Sen. Hune and Rep. Vaupel welcome Hartland Rising Eagles Robotics Team to Michigan Senate	Hune	February 16, 2016
Sen. Schuitmaker welcomes the Rev. Tiffany McCafferty to state Capitol	Schuitmaker	February 16, 2016
Detroit News op-ed: New EPA power plant rules may fail legal test	Shirkey	February 16, 2016
Sen. Jones, Rep. Barrett sponsoring free screening of ‘13 Hours’ for veterans, active service members	Jones	February 16, 2016
Sen. Zorn offers free tax preparation guides	Zorn	February 12, 2016
Schuitmaker legislation honors fallen veterans	Schuitmaker	February 12, 2016
PHOTO ADVISORY Sen. Emmons awards lapel pin to Vietnam veteran	Emmons	February 12, 2016
Proos applauds state grant for downtown Niles building renovation	Proos	February 11, 2016
Horn joins efforts to cut red tape at Michigan schools	Horn	February 11, 2016
Spinal Column: Bills would require the testing of drinking water at Michigan schools	Kowall	February 11, 2016
Schuitmaker, Forlini bills allow pharmacies to dispense lifesaving drug	Schuitmaker	February 11, 2016
Senate OKs bill to keep the status quo in Michigan bars	Jones	February 10, 2016
Sen. Colbeck, Senate GOP introduce bills to end burdensome reporting requirements for schools	Colbeck	February 10, 2016
Sen. John Proos comments on governor’s budget plan	Proos	February 10, 2016
Sen. Dale Zorn comments on governor’s budget plan	Zorn	February 10, 2016
Hildenbrand ready to work on state budget	Hildenbrand	February 10, 2016
ROCCA PHOTO ADVISORY: Sen. Rocca welcomes Macomb pastor to Capitol to give Senate invocation	Rocca	February 10, 2016
Senator Margaret O’Brien introduces legislation to combat opioid epidemic	O’Brien	February 10, 2016
Sen. Jim Stamas comments on governor’s FY 2017 budget plan	Stamas	February 10, 2016
Stamas bill to designate ‘Corpsman Aaron D. Ullom Memorial Bridge’ headed to the governor	Stamas	February 10, 2016
PHOTO ADVISORY: Sen. Shirkey, colleagues introduce bills to cut red tape for schools	Shirkey	February 10, 2016
Meekhof comments on FY 2017 budget presentation	Meekhof	February 10, 2016
Sen. Shirkey and others introduce bills to improve school processes	Shirkey	February 10, 2016
Schuitmaker bills aimed at combatting opioid epidemic	Schuitmaker	February 9, 2016
Health and Human Services Subcommittee hears testimony on Healthy Michigan Plan	Marleau	February 9, 2016
Bills introduced to cut red tape at Michigan schools	MacGregor	February 9, 2016
Zorn, Senate Republicans seek to cut red tape for schools	Zorn	February 9, 2016
PHOTO ADVISORY: Hansen, Senate colleagues introduce bills to cut red tape for schools	Hansen	February 9, 2016
It’s tax time again, don’t go it alone!	Proos	February 9, 2016
Sen. Robertson welcomes the Rev. Deacon Michael Schlaack to state Capitol	Robertson	February 9, 2016
Sen. Knollenberg announces February office hours	Knollenberg	February 9, 2016
PHOTO ADVISORY: Pavlov speaks at press conference announcing bills to cut red tape for schools	Pavlov	February 9, 2016
Pavlov, Senate GOP introduce bills to cut red tape for schools	Pavlov	February 9, 2016
* Media Advisory * Colbeck to hold February office hours in Livonia	Colbeck	February 8, 2016
PHOTO ADVISORY Sen. Zorn welcomes Monroe nursing student to Capitol	Zorn	February 8, 2016
Lawmakers, school leaders to discuss new legislation to end burdensome reporting requirements	Pavlov	February 8, 2016
Stamas holding office hours in Iosco County on Feb. 15	Stamas	February 8, 2016
Proos, local resident work toward Lauren’s Law in Michigan	Proos	February 5, 2016
PHOTO ADVISORY Proos and Norton Elementary students prepare for March is Reading Month	Proos	February 5, 2016
Sen. Schuitmaker announces February office hours	Schuitmaker	February 5, 2016
Sen. Stamas offers free tax preparation guides online	Stamas	February 5, 2016
Sen. Zorn to hold a coffee hour in Blissfield on Feb. 19	Zorn	February 5, 2016
Hansen testifies on his bills to reform Detroit Public Schools	Hansen	February 4, 2016
PHOTO ADVISORY Sen. Proos welcomes Father McNally to Capitol for Senate invocation	Proos	February 4, 2016
Schuitmaker, Senate promote heart health	Schuitmaker	February 4, 2016
Judge Dobrich, Sen. Proos promote bill to put youth back on track	Proos	February 4, 2016
Zorn supports $30 million for Flint residents’ water bills	Zorn	February 4, 2016
Senate approves $30 million for Flint residents	Meekhof	February 4, 2016
Senate OKs Stamas bill for Alpena Regional Medical Center partnership with MidMichigan Health	Stamas	February 4, 2016
Horn, Graves announce February office hours in Flushing	Horn	February 3, 2016
Senate committee passes Shirkey bill clarifying law for active duty service members	Shirkey	February 3, 2016
Sen. Zorn saves Monroe County judgeship	Zorn	February 2, 2016
Senate panel OKs package to restore charitable tax credits	Colbeck/Hansen/Schuitmaker	February 2, 2016
Stamas applauds ACC recognition as one of America’s best community colleges	Stamas	February 1, 2016
Bipartisan bills would crack down on animal abusers	Horn	February 1, 2016
MEDIA ADVISORY Sen. Rick Jones, Great Lakes advocates to release information showing residents opposed to fish farming in public waters	Jones	February 1, 2016

January 2016

Title	Member	Date
Senator O’Brien moves to new Kalamazoo district office, ready to help county residents	O’Brien	January 29, 2016
Bipartisan bills would crack down on animal abusers	Proos	January 28, 2016
Photo Advisory Sen. Booher features artwork from Betsie Valley Elementary School	Booher	January 28, 2016
Senate approves resolution designating Blue Star Mother’s Day	Pavlov	January 28, 2016
Sen. Stamas holding office hours in Mio on Feb. 8	Stamas	January 28, 2016
Sen. Stamas holding office hours in Midland on Feb. 1	Stamas	January 28, 2016
Sen. Shirkey visits senior living center in Jackson	Shirkey	January 28, 2016
Hansen testifies on his bill to create parity for oral oncology drugs	Hansen	January 27, 2016
Jones, Schuitmaker introduce bills to protect children and water	Jones	January 27, 2016
Lansing forum discusses Direct Primary Care Services pilot for Medicaid enrollees	Colbeck	January 27, 2016
Zorn to hold office hours in Milan on Feb. 5	Zorn	January 27, 2016
Colbeck supports Governor’s pause on Syrian Refugee Resettlement in Michigan	Colbeck	January 26, 2016
Rep. Hughes, Sen. Horn submit bills to clarify state Campaign Finance Act	Horn	January 26, 2016
Legislation introduced to reform Historic Districts Act; supports property rights, local control	MacGregor	January 26, 2016
Horn Hometown Tours: Fenton Winery and Brewery	Horn	January 26, 2016
Sen. Dale Zorn comments on well injection permit withdraw	Zorn	January 25, 2016
Sen. Schmidt announces February coffee hours	Schmidt	January 25, 2016
Proos tours Owens Products in Sturgis	Proos	January 25, 2016
Oakland Press: North American International Auto Show puts strong auto sector on display	Kowall	January 21, 2016
Proos chosen for important MiSTEM Advisory Council	Proos	January 21, 2016
Sen. Shirkey visits school, business	Shirkey	January 21, 2016
Kowall awards lapel pins to Vietnam veterans	Kowall	January 21, 2016
Pavlov, Republicans introduce bills to defend school kids in Detroit, toughen state’s anti-strike laws	Pavlov	January 21, 2016
Senate approves Jones’ bill to crack down on drivers under the influence of drugs	Jones	January 20, 2016
Kowall welcomes White Lake pastor to Capitol to give Senate invocation	Kowall	January 20, 2016
Sen. Marleau welcomes guest to the Capitol for State of the State	Marleau	January 20, 2016
Sen. MacGregor reacts to State of the State address	MacGregor	January 20, 2016
Sen. Horn reacts to State of the State address	Horn	January 19, 2016
Photo Advisory Sen. Hune welcomes Horton family to the state Capitol for the State of the State address	Hune	January 19, 2016
Photo Advisory Sen. Colbeck welcomes guests to state Capitol for State of the State address	Colbeck	January 19, 2016
Photo Advisory Sen. Booher welcomes guest to state Capitol for State of the State address	Booher	January 19, 2016
Sen. Nofs reacts to State of the State address	Nofs	January 19, 2016
Photo Advisory Sen. Hune welcomes Don Murphy to state Capitol for State of the State address	Hune	January 19, 2016
Photo Advisory Sen. Hune welcomes guest to state Capitol for State of the State address	Hune	January 19, 2016
Photo Advisory Sen. Nofs welcomes guest to state Capitol for State of the State address	Nofs	January 19, 2016
Sen. Dale Zorn comments on State of the State address	Zorn	January 19, 2016
PHOTO ADVISORY Sen. Proos welcomes guests to Michigan Capitol for State of the State address	Proos	January 19, 2016
Sen. Hansen welcomes Muskegon principal to the Capitol for State of the State	Hansen	January 19, 2016
PHOTO ADVISORY Sen. Zorn welcomes area guests to state Capitol for State of the State address	Zorn	January 19, 2016
Sen. Green welcomes Lapeer County resident to state Capitol for State of the State address	Green	January 19, 2016
Sen. Mike Kowall comments on State of the State address	Kowall	January 19, 2016
Schuitmaker welcomes Kent County commissioner to Capitol for State of the State address	Schuitmaker	January 19, 2016
Sen. Goeff Hansen comments on State of the State address	Hansen	January 19, 2016
Senator O’Brien reacts to State of the State address	O’Brien	January 19, 2016
Colbeck comments on State of the State address	Colbeck	January 19, 2016
Meekhof issues statement following State of the State address	Meekhof	January 19, 2016
Sen. Schmidt reacts to State of the State address	Schmidt	January 19, 2016
Sen. Horn welcomes Saginaw area residents to state Capitol for State of the State address	Horn	January 19, 2016
PHOTO ADVISORY Sen. Jim Stamas welcomes three guests to state Capitol for State of the State address	Stamas	January 19, 2016
Sen. Hune reacts to State of the State address	Hune	January 19, 2016
Sen. Robertson welcomes Holly resident to state Capitol for State of the State address	Robertson	January 19, 2016
Sen. Jim Stamas comments on State of the State address	Stamas	January 19, 2016
Sen. Kowall welcomes SBAM chairman to the Capitol for State of the State	Kowall	January 19, 2016
PHOTO ADVISORY Sen. Jones welcomes Pastor Marc Livingston to Capitol for State of the State address	Jones	January 19, 2016
*Media Advisory* Sen. Colbeck available for comments following State of the State address	Colbeck	January 19, 2016
Proos: Flourishing tool and die industry great news for Michigan workers, economy	Proos	January 15, 2016
Sen. Horn available for comments following State of the State address	Horn	January 15, 2016
Sen. Pavlov available for comments following State of the State address	Pavlov	January 15, 2016
Sen. Hune available for comments following State of the State address	Hune	January 15, 2016
*Media Advisory* Sen. Rick Jones available for comments following State of the State address	Jones	January 15, 2016
O’Brien to serve on new bipartisan Disabilities Awareness Caucus	O’Brien	January 15, 2016
Sen. Booher available for comments following State of the State address	Booher	January 15, 2016
Sen. Kowall available for comments following State of the State address	Kowall	January 15, 2016
*Media Advisory* Sen. Proos available for comments following State of the State address	Proos	January 15, 2016
*Media Advisory* Sen. Jim Stamas available for comments following State of the State address	Stamas	January 15, 2016
*Media Advisory* Sen. Dale Zorn available for comments following State of the State address	Zorn	January 15, 2016
Proos: Michigan surplus ‘not a lottery ticket’	Proos	January 14, 2016
PHOTO ADVISORY Sen. Proos visits daughter’s third-grade class	Proos	January 14, 2016
Hansen introduces legislation to reform Detroit’s schools	Hansen	January 14, 2016
Proos: Michigan high school concussion data released for first time	Proos	January 14, 2016
Senate approves Jones bill to create African American Affairs Commission	Jones	January 14, 2016
The ‘Power’ of Freedom	Colbeck-Editorials	January 13, 2016
PHOTO ADVISORY Sen. Jones welcomes Pastor Byrens to lead the year’s first Senate invocation	Jones	January 13, 2016
Brandenburg to present special tributes to coaches of Romeo High School football and volleyball teams	Brandenburg	January 13, 2016
Spinal Column: Michigan’s auto sector remains strong	Kowall	January 13, 2016
Jones, Liberati form bipartisan Disabilities Awareness Caucus	Jones	January 13, 2016
Colbeck to hold January office hours in Livonia	Colbeck	January 12, 2016
Pavlov: Put kids first in Detroit, end illegal teacher strike	Pavlov	January 11, 2016
Sen. Zorn to hold a district coffee hour in Monroe on January 22	Zorn	January 11, 2016
Proos’ bill signed into law will protect local small businesses	Proos	January 8, 2016
Horn ends 2015 with a perfect voting record	Horn	January 8, 2016
Oakland Press: Winter can be wonderful if you follow a few safety guidelines	Kowall	January 7, 2016
Horn issues statement on Buena Vista drinking water	Horn	January 7, 2016
Sen. Stamas holding office hours in Standish on January 12	Stamas	January 7, 2016
Technology gives people greater access to Senate process	Schmidt	January 7, 2016
Proos to hold a district coffee hour in Coloma on January 8	Proos	January 6, 2016
Sen. Schuitmaker announces January office hours	Schuitmaker	January 6, 2016
Proos: Michigan leading the way on ‘connected car’ technology to make roads safer	Proos	January 6, 2016
Sen. Dale Zorn scores perfect voting record — again	Zorn	January 5, 2016
Colbeck to hold January office hours in Canton, Livonia	Colbeck	January 4, 2016

December 2015

Title	Member	Date
Meekhof comments on changes at DEQ	Meekhof	December 30, 2015
Horn announces January office hours in Merrill	Horn	December 30, 2015
Zorn to hold office hours in Adrian on January 8	Zorn	December 30, 2015
Proos: New law bans powdered alcohol in Michigan	Proos	December 30, 2015
Sen. Proos issues statement on resignation of DEQ Director Dan Wyant	Proos	December 29, 2015
Free skiing for Michigan 4th- and 5th-graders	Proos	December 29, 2015
Sen. Proos urges residents to consider giving the gift of life	Proos	December 28, 2015
Governor signs MacGregor data center legislation	MacGregor	December 23, 2015
Proos co-sponsors bill to expand the Michigan Grape and Wine Industry Council	Proos	December 23, 2015
Proos: Protect yourself from holiday scams	Proos	December 22, 2015
Schmidt announces additional December coffee hour	Schmidt	December 21, 2015
Sen. John Proos recognizes local Vietnam veteran	Proos	December 21, 2015
Proos: Outlaw distribution of graphic images	Proos	December 18, 2015
Schuitmaker Blue Alert legislation signed into law	Schuitmaker	December 16, 2015
Colbeck introduces resolution calling for temporary halt on Syrian refugees to Michigan	Colbeck	December 16, 2015
Governor signs Hansen bill expanding ‘Good Samaritan’ law	Hansen	December 16, 2015
Proos supports bill to crack down on selling tobacco to kids	Proos	December 16, 2015
Jones bill to fight Chronic Wasting Disease headed to the governor	Jones	December 16, 2015
New Zorn, Pavlov legislation protects our natural resources	Pavlov/Zorn	December 16, 2015
Legislation introduced to reform Michigan aquaculture	Booher	December 16, 2015
Senate approves Jones bill to end rapists’ parental rights	Jones	December 16, 2015
MacGregor: Passage of legislation key to new Kent County data center, would benefit all of Michigan	MacGregor	December 15, 2015
Horn legislation extending Commercial Rehabilitation Act signed by Gov. Snyder	Horn	December 15, 2015
Schmidt bill to promote Native American heritage approved by Senate	Schmidt	December 15, 2015
Sen. Nofs offers resolution honoring the Nottawaseppi Huron Band of the Potawatomi	Nofs	December 15, 2015
Hansen legislation would improve representation on Grape and Wine Industry Council	Hansen	December 15, 2015
Proos participates in annual Stuff-A-Truck food drive	Proos	December 14, 2015
Schmidt announces upcoming December coffee hours	Schmidt	December 14, 2015
Hune named ‘Most Conservative’ member of Legislature, perfect voting attendance	Hune	December 14, 2015
Horn Hometown Tours: Kluck Nursery	Horn	December 14, 2015
Horn announces December office hours in St. Charles	Horn	December 11, 2015
Proos applauds Dowagiac River project in NRTF’s 2016 recommendations	Proos	December 11, 2015
Pavlov comments on new Every Student Succeeds Act	Pavlov	December 10, 2015
Senate approves O’Brien’s CARE Act	O’Brien	December 10, 2015
Colbeck to hold December office hours in Livonia	Colbeck	December 10, 2015
Nofs co-sponsors large carnivore breeding bill	Nofs	December 10, 2015
Proos announces district office hours	Proos	December 10, 2015
Senate approves Jones bill to protect charitable gaming	Jones	December 10, 2015
Proos documents ‘A Day in the Life’ of a state senator	Proos	December 10, 2015
Green’s ‘moveable bridge’ legislation passes Senate	Green	December 9, 2015
Kowall awards lapel pin to Vietnam veteran Bruce Kurth	Kowall	December 9, 2015
Stamas, Pettalia introduce bills for partnership of Alpena Regional Medical Center and MidMichigan Health	Stamas	December 9, 2015
St. Paul Lutheran student art on display in Lansing office	Green	December 9, 2015
O’Brien applauds new Cyber Operations Squadron at Battle Creek Air National Guard Base	O’Brien	December 9, 2015
Casperson celebrates Pasty Day with Senate colleagues	Casperson	December 9, 2015
Jones introduces zoo animal breeding bill	Jones	December 9, 2015
PHOTO ADVISORY Midland County treasurer and staff join Sen. Jim Stamas for signing of property tax notice flexibility bill	Stamas	December 9, 2015
Senate approves Jones bill to keep sex offenders away from schools	Jones	December 9, 2015
Governor signs Zorn’s firefighter certification bill	Zorn	December 9, 2015
Proos: Check out Michigan’s Winter Wonderland	Proos	December 9, 2015
Spinal Column: Winter can be wonderful if you follow a few safety guidelines	Kowall	December 9, 2015
Senate panel OKs Jones bill to end rapists’ parental rights	Jones	December 8, 2015
Senate OKs Stamas bill to designate ‘Corpsman Aaron D. Ullom Memorial Bridge’	Stamas	December 8, 2015
Senate approves Jones’ foster children bills	Jones	December 8, 2015
Pavlov announces third committee hearing on Michigan’s academically failing schools	Pavlov	December 4, 2015
Senate approves bills supporting MI’s small, rural airports	Schmidt	December 3, 2015
Sen. Emmons applauds Clare for earning grant for downtown improvements	Emmons	December 3, 2015
Colbeck speaks at Religious Liberty Rally in Lansing	Colbeck	December 2, 2015
Schuitmaker receives ‘2015 Legislative Champion’ award	Schuitmaker	December 2, 2015
Sen. Schuitmaker announces December office hours	Schuitmaker	December 2, 2015
Sen. MacGregor welcomes state champion Rockford Rams boys cross country team to Capitol	MacGregor	December 2, 2015
Sen. Dale Zorn reminds residents that home heating help may be available	Zorn	December 2, 2015
Hune honors Saline veteran in lapel-pinning ceremony	Hune	December 2, 2015
Trust fund recommends $200,000 in improvement projects for St. Clair County	Pavlov	December 2, 2015
Sen. Stamas holding office hours in Lewiston on Dec. 7	Stamas	December 2, 2015
Sen. Pavlov welcomes Smiths Creek veteran for lapel-pinning ceremony	Pavlov	December 2, 2015
Trust fund recommends $2.85 million for New Baltimore to purchase the Schmid Marina	Pavlov	December 2, 2015
Proos highlights Berrien County as outlier in I-94 road safety report	Proos	December 2, 2015
Sen. Zorn pays tribute to intern from Monroe County	Zorn	December 1, 2015
Sen. Colbeck defends religious liberty on Senate floor	Colbeck	December 1, 2015
Jones introducing zoo animal breeding bill	Jones	December 1, 2015

November 2015

Title	Member	Date
O’Brien, Casperson, Schuitmaker hear from MDOT, MSP on I-94 safety audit	O’Brien	November 30, 2015
Governor signs Jones bill to help bring 300 jobs to Shiawassee County	Jones	November 30, 2015
Zorn to hold December office hours in Petersburg and Tecumseh	Zorn	November 30, 2015
Oakland Press: Thanksgiving is a time to reflect upon our many blessings	Kowall	November 25, 2015
Stamas property tax notice flexibility bill signed	Stamas	November 25, 2015
Sen. Proos growing beard to raise awareness of men’s health	Proos	November 25, 2015
PHOTO ADVISORY Proos donates toys to Sturgis Toy Run	Proos	November 24, 2015
Pavlov announces second committee hearing on Michigan’s academically failing schools	Pavlov	November 24, 2015
Sen. Proos urges residents to give thanks for family, remember those less fortunate	Proos	November 24, 2015
Colbeck to hold December office hours in Wayne	Colbeck	November 23, 2015
Proos co-sponsors bill to end teacher shortage in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM)	Proos	November 23, 2015
Religious liberty in the crosshairs	Colbeck-Editorials	November 20, 2015
Proos: Home heating help may be available	Proos	November 20, 2015
Proos co-sponsors bill supporting charitable work of Michigan sportsmen’s organizations	Proos	November 18, 2015
MDOT, MSP to present I-94 audit to lawmakers	O’Brien	November 18, 2015
PHOTO ADVISORY Sen. Zorn helps celebrate Bedford Senior Center’s 44th anniversary	Zorn	November 17, 2015
Free unemployed worker seminar to be held in Plainfield Township	MacGregor	November 17, 2015
Proos’ court e-filing bill approved by Senate	Proos	November 13, 2015
Emmons to address benefit for survivors of human trafficking	Emmons	November 13, 2015
Upgrade the Soo Locks	Schmidt	November 13, 2015
Sen. Stamas holding office hours in Midland on Nov. 17	Stamas	November 13, 2015
Green announces November office hours in Bay County	Green	November 13, 2015
Spinal Column: Take time to honor and thank veterans for their service	Kowall	November 12, 2015
Zorn offers 2015 Hunting Update online	Zorn	November 12, 2015
Sen. John Proos Veterans Day public schedule for Wednesday, Nov. 11	Proos	November 10, 2015
Senate approves Knollenberg bills eliminating taxpayer-funded union lobbyists	Knollenberg	November 10, 2015
Sen. Stamas holding office hours in East Tawas on Nov. 18	Stamas	November 10, 2015
Jones’ trucking length bill sent to the governor	Jones	November 10, 2015
Sen. Proos urges veterans to take advantage of available services	Proos	November 10, 2015
Sen. Hansen welcomes Ravenna pastor to Senate session	Hansen	November 10, 2015
Sen. Jones honored by Michigan probate judges	Jones	November 9, 2015
Green announces November office hours in Tuscola County	Green	November 6, 2015
2015 Hunting Update released	Nofs	November 6, 2015
Emmons applauds grants for CMU, Ferris State programs to prevent sexual assault	Emmons	November 5, 2015
Senate adopts resolution honoring former lawmaker	Schuitmaker	November 5, 2015
Sen. Marleau to view ‘Unbroken’ with veterans in Auburn Hills	Marleau	November 5, 2015
New Michigan Historical Museum exhibit pays long-overdue tribute to Upper Peninsula’s greatest inventor	Casperson	November 5, 2015
Government’s Swiss Army Knife	Colbeck-Editorials	November 5, 2015
Senate panel OKs Jones bill to keep sex offenders away from schools	Jones	November 5, 2015
Colbeck to hold November office hours in Livonia	Colbeck	November 5, 2015
Historic coalition gathers for Pavlov education bill signing	Pavlov	November 5, 2015
Stamas participating in ‘No-Shave November’ to raise awareness of men’s health	Stamas	November 5, 2015
Sen. Knollenberg announces November office hours	Knollenberg	November 4, 2015
Senate approves Pavlov bills protecting student privacy	Pavlov	November 4, 2015
Sen. Green welcomes the Rev. Jeff Bader to state Capitol to give Senate invocation	Green	November 4, 2015
Legislature sends road-funding plan to governor	Shirkey	November 3, 2015
Sen. Horn supports passage of comprehensive roads plan	Horn	November 3, 2015
Nofs: Senate passes comprehensive road plan	Nofs	November 3, 2015
Colbeck rejects politics-as-usual tax increase road solution	Colbeck	November 3, 2015
Knollenberg applauds passage of comprehensive roads plan	Knollenberg	November 3, 2015
Zorn supports comprehensive road funding plan	Zorn	November 3, 2015
Senate passes comprehensive road funding plan	Meekhof	November 3, 2015
Stamas: Senate passes comprehensive road solution	Stamas	November 3, 2015
PHOTO ADVISORY Sen. Judy Emmons welcomes Pastor Ron Ives to Capitol	Emmons	November 3, 2015
Schuitmaker announces office hours events for November	Schuitmaker	November 2, 2015
Senate committees adopt resolution, urge U.S. to upgrade Soo Locks	Horn	November 2, 2015
Senate committees adopt resolution, urge U.S. to upgrade Soo Locks	Casperson	November 2, 2015
Senate committees adopt resolution, urge U.S. to upgrade Soo Locks	Schmidt	November 2, 2015
Zorn holding a coffee hour in Lambertville on Nov. 13	Zorn	November 2, 2015

October 2015

Title	Member	Date
Horn available for comments following joint committee hearing at LSSU	Horn	October 30, 2015
Save your unused Halloween candy for ‘Treats for Troops’	Proos	October 30, 2015
PHOTO ADVISORY Sen. Dale Zorn welcomes area fire chief to Capitol	Zorn	October 30, 2015
Senate OKs Proos resolution urging safe, permanent nuclear spent fuel storage	Proos	October 30, 2015
Sen. Colbeck welcomes Pastor Scott Sessler to state Capitol to lead invocation	Colbeck	October 29, 2015
Ullom family testifies on Stamas memorial bill	Stamas	October 29, 2015
Sen. Pavlov announces November office hours	Pavlov	October 29, 2015
Senate approves Zorn resolution urging safe, permanent nuclear spent fuel storage	Zorn	October 29, 2015
Bipartisan Promise Zone expansion passes Senate	Hansen	October 29, 2015
Senate committees to hold joint hearing on Soo Locks at LSSU	Casperson/Horn/Schmidt	October 29, 2015
Emmons applauds jobs coming to Montcalm County	Emmons	October 28, 2015
PHOTO ADVISORY Sen. Booher welcomes Pastor Paul Weissenborn	Booher	October 28, 2015
MacGregor applauds Rockford-based Byrne Electrical Specialists for expansion, new jobs	MacGregor	October 28, 2015
Don’t veer for deer! Proos urges drivers not to swerve for deer; obtain a salvage tag	Proos	October 28, 2015
PHOTO ADVISORY Sen. Jim Stamas welcomes Alpena Community Credit Union representative to Capitol	Stamas	October 28, 2015
Horn Hometown Tours: Michigan Sugar	Horn	October 28, 2015
Sen. Jones’ bill banning powdered alcohol signed into law	Jones	October 28, 2015
Marleau bill would create Michigan Health Care Transparency Act	Marleau	October 27, 2015
Emmons applauds community development grant for Sheridan	Emmons	October 27, 2015
PHOTO ADVISORY Sen. Proos welcomes 4th graders from Centreville to Capitol	Proos	October 27, 2015
Sen. Zorn applauds public safety communications cost savings	Zorn	October 26, 2015
Pavlov applauds grants to Huron, Sanilac counties for homeowner rehabilitation projects	Pavlov	October 26, 2015
Oakland Press: Follow basic safety tips to help ensure a fun and safe Halloween	Kowall	October 26, 2015
Sen. Jones bill to keep sex offenders away from schools	Jones	October 26, 2015
Legislators offer feedback on the state’s proposed Social Studies Standards	Colbeck	October 26, 2015
American Red Cross tax donations checkoff could benefit Southwest Michigan	Proos	October 23, 2015
Kowall celebrates Apple Crunch Day	Kowall	October 22, 2015
Senate OKs Jones legislation to allow tax donations to American Red Cross	Jones	October 22, 2015
Schuitmaker bills aiming to reduce drunk driving offenses, protect motorists pass Senate	Schuitmaker	October 22, 2015
Zorn applauds grant to Morenci to help train workers for $22.7 million private investment project	Zorn	October 21, 2015
PHOTO ADVISORY Sen. Zorn welcomes local dysautonomia patients, parents and advocates to Capitol	Zorn	October 21, 2015
Legislation to protect veterans who use service dogs signed into law	O’Brien	October 21, 2015
Pavlov announces committee hearings on Michigan’s academically failing schools	Pavlov	October 21, 2015
Senators face off in debate over tax increase for roads	Colbeck	October 20, 2015
PHOTO ADVISORY Sen. Zorn welcomes Robert Taylor to Capitol for Senate invocation	Zorn	October 20, 2015
Stamas, Pettalia welcome Miss Michigan 2015 to Capitol	Stamas	October 20, 2015
House panel OKs Jones bill to help bring jobs to Shiawassee County	Jones	October 20, 2015
Meekhof calls on House to convene conference committee	Meekhof	October 20, 2015
Sen. Schmidt announces additional October coffee hours	Schmidt	October 20, 2015
Pavlov appointed to council, taskforce looking to improve the lives of special-needs children	Pavlov	October 19, 2015
Colbeck to hold November office hours in Plymouth	Colbeck	October 19, 2015
Sell baby parts … Go to prison	Proos	October 16, 2015
Spinal Column: Kowall to introduce legislation allowing for digital driver’s licenses	Kowall	October 16, 2015
Oakland Press: ‘Michigan Says Thanks’ event to honor Vietnam War era veterans and families	Kowall	October 16, 2015
Location announced for Sens. Colbeck and Hertel debate on road funding	Colbeck	October 16, 2015
Zorn bill would expand EX-POW specialty license plate to motorcycles	Zorn	October 16, 2015
Emmons, Colbeck to attend presentation of donations for survivors of human trafficking	Emmons	October 16, 2015
Green announces October office hours in Lapeer County	Green	October 16, 2015
Proos: New live streaming gives people greater access to Senate process	Proos	October 16, 2015
Sens. Colbeck and Hertel to debate road funding	Colbeck	October 15, 2015
MSU student gives Proos a flu shot	Proos	October 15, 2015
Senate approves Jones bill to fight Chronic Wasting Disease in Michigan deer	Jones	October 15, 2015
Sen. Dale W. Zorn tells panel about need for a safe, permanent nuclear waste repository	Zorn	October 15, 2015
Jones’ court e-filing bill approved by Senate	Jones	October 15, 2015
Schuitmaker legislation would save court users time, money	Schuitmaker	October 15, 2015
Pavlov bills would outlaw financial gain from aborted baby parts	Pavlov	October 15, 2015
Sen. Colbeck voices opposition to Iran Deal	Colbeck	October 14, 2015
Concealed carry legislation moves before full Senate	Green	October 14, 2015
Proos supports bills to protect personal property rights	Proos	October 14, 2015
Sen. Stamas urges residents with disabilities to recheck their Medicaid eligibility	Stamas	October 14, 2015
Senate approves Zorn’s firefighter certification bill	Zorn	October 14, 2015
Horn announces October office hours in Fenton	Horn	October 14, 2015
Pavlov: We cannot allow a nuclear Iran	Pavlov	October 14, 2015
Horn welcomes Saginaw area librarian to Capitol honoring 50 years of service	Horn	October 14, 2015
Meekhof: The Senate is willing to fix our roads	Meekhof	October 13, 2015
Jones bill to ban powdered alcohol heading to the governor	Jones	October 13, 2015
PHOTO ADVISORY Sen. Jim Stamas welcomes Alpena pastor to Capitol for Senate invocation	Stamas	October 13, 2015
Emmons applauds grant for community development in downtown Edmore	Emmons	October 13, 2015
Sen. Pavlov announces additional October office hours	Pavlov	October 12, 2015
Proos: Nursing home residents deserve clean, private medical exam rooms	Proos	October 9, 2015
Dr. John Lott to testify on Green’s pistol-free zone reform	Green	October 9, 2015
PHOTO ADVISORY Sen. Proos welcomes Vietnam veterans to Capitol	Proos	October 9, 2015
Kowall sponsors Capitol event honoring Vietnam era veterans	Kowall	October 9, 2015
Casperson welcomes Vietnam veterans to Capitol event	Casperson	October 9, 2015
Hune responds to confusing robocalls	Hune	October 8, 2015
PHOTO ADVISORY Sen. Zorn welcomes Vietnam veterans to Capitol	Zorn	October 8, 2015
Horn welcomes local veteran to Capitol for Vietnam era veterans memorial	Horn	October 8, 2015
Senate passes Billy’s Law	Schmidt	October 8, 2015
Colbeck to hold October office hours in Livonia	Colbeck	October 8, 2015
Pavlov tours Army command center in Warren	Pavlov	October 8, 2015
Senators Mike Nofs and Margaret O’Brien deliver memorial statements for Rebecca Rocho	Nofs/O’Brien	October 8, 2015
Jones introduces bill banning drones at state Capitol	Jones	October 8, 2015
Unanimous Senate passes improvements to civil asset forfeiture legislation	Shirkey	October 8, 2015
Schuitmaker, O’Brien bills improve public safety	Schuitmaker	October 7, 2015
Senate panel OKs Jones’ bill to crack down on drivers under the influence of drugs	Jones	October 7, 2015
Zorn bill would expand Michigan Tuition Grant eligibility	Zorn	October 7, 2015
Sen. Colbeck challenges Senate colleagues to debate road funding	Colbeck	October 7, 2015
Colbeck calls for the elimination of gun-free zones	Colbeck	October 7, 2015
Pavlov serves on international panel highlighting Canadian nuclear waste debate	Pavlov	October 7, 2015
Schuitmaker bills would enhance public safety with new BAIID standards	Schuitmaker	October 6, 2015
Stamas bill supports Critical Incident Stress Management teams	Stamas	October 6, 2015
Senate panel approves Jones legislation to allow tax donations to American Red Cross	Jones	October 6, 2015
Proos co-sponsors resolution proclaiming October as Breast Cancer Awareness Month	Proos	October 6, 2015
MacGregor bill would add Fostering Futures Scholarship Trust Fund tax checkoff	MacGregor	October 6, 2015
Sen. Schuitmaker welcomes the Rev. Steve Smail to state Capitol to give Senate invocation	Schuitmaker	October 6, 2015
Michigan Manufacturers Association honors Sen. Nofs as 2015 Legislator of the Year	Nofs	October 5, 2015
*Media Advisory* Casperson invites U.P. residents to participate in Natural Resources Committee hearing via videoconference	Casperson	October 5, 2015
Kowall to attend check presentation to outreach center	Kowall	October 2, 2015
Shirkey alerts residents of proposed federal changes regarding venomous snake	Shirkey	October 2, 2015
Sen. Jones introduces court e-filing bill	Jones	October 2, 2015
Schuitmaker announces office hours events for October	Schuitmaker	October 1, 2015
2,258 residents ‘attend’ Proos tele-town hall	Proos	October 1, 2015
Media Reminder: Kowall sponsoring Capitol event honoring Vietnam era veterans	Kowall	October 1, 2015
Sen. Nofs honors retiring Michigan Public Service Commissioner Greg White	Nofs	October 1, 2015
Emmons: Harrison named as part of state’s ‘Rising Tide’ economic development program	Emmons	October 1, 2015
Building the future in northern Michigan	Schmidt	October 1, 2015

September 2015

Title	Member	Date
Proos, Pscholka, Pagel honor the late Sen. Harry Gast at the Michigan Capitol	Proos	September 30, 2015
Sen. Schmidt announces October coffee hours	Schmidt	September 30, 2015
Zorn outlines need for firefighter certification bill	Zorn	September 30, 2015
Booher works on Great Lakes issues with fellow state and provincial lawmakers from the basin	Booher	September 30, 2015
Jones bill would eliminate benefits to unmarried couples	Jones	September 30, 2015
Senate adopts MacGregor resolution establishing Michigan Hunger Solutions Day	MacGregor	September 30, 2015
Sen. Wayne Schmidt named Michigan Manufacturers Association Legislator of the Year	Schmidt	September 30, 2015
*Video Advisory* Sen. Proos expresses gratitude to Michigan’s first responders	Proos	September 29, 2015
Sen. Kowall named legislator of the year	Kowall	September 29, 2015
Zorn raising awareness of Dysautonomia	Zorn	September 29, 2015
Horn Hometown Tours: Huron Eastern Railroad and Sargent Docks	Horn	September 29, 2015
Jones introduces bill banning fish farming in the Great Lakes	Jones	September 29, 2015
Sen. Robertson welcomes the Rev. Ed Pedley to state Capitol to give Senate invocation	Robertson	September 29, 2015
Pavlov appointed to Finance Committee of national education organization	Pavlov	September 29, 2015
Senate adopts Casperson’s resolution supporting hunting camp owners	Casperson	September 28, 2015
Macomb Daily guest column: Office of the Great Lakes’ 30-year water strategy must advocate against nuclear waste dump	Pavlov	September 28, 2015
Horn to hold September office hours in Frankenmuth	Horn	September 25, 2015
Pavlov PSA addresses harvest-time safety	Pavlov	September 25, 2015
PHOTO ADVISORY Sen. Emmons welcomes Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe leaders for Michigan Indian Day	Emmons	September 25, 2015
Casperson, Kivela bills help locals dealing with ‘dark stores’	Casperson	September 25, 2015
Jones honors Life Insurance Awareness Month	Jones	September 25, 2015
Emmons receives the 2015 Elected Women of Excellence Award	Emmons	September 24, 2015
Sen. Kowall welcomes Michigan State Fair Urban and Rural Scholarship Winners	Kowall	September 24, 2015
Pavlov hosts summer reading contest winners at Michigan Capitol	Pavlov	September 24, 2015
Senate adopts Schmidt resolution establishing Michigan Indian Day	Schmidt	September 24, 2015
State Senate passes resolutions opposing EPA power grab	Casperson/Pavlov	September 24, 2015
Sen. Jones works to ban fish farming in the Great Lakes	Jones	September 24, 2015
Proos: Pope’s visit is history in the making	Proos	September 24, 2015
Schuitmaker introduces bill to remove barriers to stepparent adoptions	Schuitmaker	September 23, 2015
Proos co-sponsors bills banning drones near prisons	Proos	September 23, 2015
Zorn holding a coffee hour in Morenci on Oct. 2	Zorn	September 22, 2015
Zorn applauds $3 million state investment in Monroe port	Zorn	September 22, 2015
O’Brien supports bill calling for federal balanced budget	O’Brien	September 18, 2015
Horn supports legislation calling for federal balanced budget amendment	Horn	September 18, 2015
PHOTO ADVISORY Sen. Stamas, Rep. Glenn honor Midland Northeast Little League All-Stars	Stamas	September 17, 2015
Balanced budget legislation passes Senate	Green	September 17, 2015
Senate approves Booher’s Sleeping Bear specialty license plate	Booher	September 17, 2015
MacGregor to chair new Senate Oversight Committee	MacGregor	September 17, 2015
Zorn supports bill calling for federal balanced budget	Zorn	September 17, 2015
Sen. Horn thanks Daimler for choosing Michigan	Horn	September 17, 2015
Pavlov co-sponsors bill calling for federal balanced budget	Pavlov	September 17, 2015
Senate approves O’Brien’s ‘Med Sync’ bill	O’Brien	September 17, 2015
Pavlov to sponsor fundraiser for cancer screenings	Pavlov	September 16, 2015
Horn announces September office hours in Frankenmuth	Horn	September 16, 2015
Sen. Schmidt releases statement on Congressman Benishek’s decision to not seek reelection	Schmidt	September 15, 2015
*Media Advisory* Casperson invites U.P. residents to participate in Natural Resources Committee hearing via videoconference	Casperson	September 14, 2015
Senator O’Brien participates in ribbon cutting for WMU Autism Center of Excellence’s new WECAN evaluation center	O’Brien	September 11, 2015
Schmidt: Action needed to provide health benefits for families of fallen officers	Schmidt	September 11, 2015
Horn legislation resolving Buena Vista’s debt passes Senate	Horn	September 11, 2015
*Media Advisory* Proos to attend 9/11 services in Benton Harbor, Buchanan and St. Joseph	Proos	September 10, 2015
Proos co-sponsors resolution proclaiming Sept. 11-17 as ‘Michigan Patriot Week’	Proos	September 10, 2015
Pavlov announces summer reading contest winners	Pavlov	September 10, 2015
Zorn, local experts tell Senate panel about need to stop deep well injection in Monroe County	Zorn	September 10, 2015
Senate passes Kowall resolution proclaiming Michigan Patriot Week	Kowall	September 10, 2015
Zorn, former Miss Michigan and advocates discuss bill to help children with hearing loss	Zorn	September 9, 2015
Shirkey introduces Senate Bill 465 to address EPA rule	Shirkey	September 9, 2015
Senators introduce bills to restore charitable tax credits	Colbeck/Hansen/Schuitmaker	September 9, 2015
Sen. Marleau welcomes Bloomfield rabbi to Senate session	Marleau	September 9, 2015
Senate OKs Jones bill to help bring jobs to Shiawassee County	Jones	September 9, 2015
Senate OKs Stamas property tax notice flexibility bill	Stamas	September 9, 2015
Spinal Column: Kowall measure to help protect against car-hacking	Kowall	September 9, 2015
Meekhof announces live streaming	Meekhof	September 9, 2015
Senate panel to discuss Zorn bill to stop deep well injection in Monroe County	Zorn	September 9, 2015
Sen. Stamas holding office hours in Au Gres on Sept. 15	Stamas	September 8, 2015
Kowall announces Capitol event honoring Vietnam era veterans	Kowall	September 8, 2015
Why is it so hard to pass a roads plan?	Colbeck-Editorials	September 4, 2015
Schuitmaker announces office hours events for September	Schuitmaker	September 2, 2015
New school year, new opportunity for parents to get involved	Schmidt	September 2, 2015
O’Brien: AT&T, United Way collaboration great for Kalamazoo County	O’Brien	September 1, 2015
Shirkey: EPA carbon rules still too restrictive	Shirkey	September 1, 2015

August 2015

Title	Member	Date
Horn offers reward for abandoned dog	Horn	August 28, 2015
Proos donates food to local food bank, encourages residents to help alleviate shortage	Proos	August 27, 2015
*MEDIA ADVISORY* Sen. Rick Jones to host Eaton RESA board president and interim superintendent for press conference on Friday	Jones	August 27, 2015
Proos: Keeping an eye on gas prices as BP refinery returns to full capacity	Proos	August 25, 2015
Zorn: Unemployment drop great for Michigan families, more work to be done	Zorn	August 20, 2015
Schuitmaker supports bills to protect citizens from unlawful government seizure of property	Schuitmaker	August 19, 2015
Horn Hometown Tours: Montrose Orchards	Horn	August 18, 2015
Stamas announces office hours in Beaverton on Aug. 21	Stamas	August 17, 2015
Pavlov renews call for Great Lakes leaders to act, says ‘Better late than never’ for Stabenow, Peters to oppose Canadian nuclear waste dump	Pavlov	August 17, 2015
Proos praises Schuette for taking action to put gas industry on watch	Proos	August 14, 2015
Colbeck to hold August office hours in Livonia	Colbeck	August 13, 2015
Spinal Column: Michigan must stop harboring dangerous criminals in sanctuary cities	Kowall	August 13, 2015
Horn announces August office hours in Hemlock	Horn	August 13, 2015
Proos calls for attorney general investigation into gas price jump	Proos	August 12, 2015
Sen. Schmidt statement on Grand Traverse County disaster declaration	Schmidt	August 10, 2015
Proos: Michigan’s Peace of Mind registry now online	Proos	August 7, 2015
Shirkey says MI Supreme Court Case shows need for Medible Marijuana Legislation	Shirkey	August 6, 2015
Sen. Proos urges Michigan veterans to get a benefits checkup	Proos	August 6, 2015
Schmidt monitoring cleanup efforts following severe storm, state assistance being considered	Schmidt	August 5, 2015
Proos: End of film credits means more money for roads	Proos	August 5, 2015
Sen. Schmidt announces August coffee hours	Schmidt	August 5, 2015
Proos: Flags at half-staff over Capitol in honor of the late Sen. Harry Gast	Proos	August 3, 2015

July 2015

Title	Member	Date
Meekhof remembers Senator Harry Gast	Meekhof	July 30, 2015
Senator O’Brien mourns the loss of former Senator Harry Gast	O’Brien	July 30, 2015
Proos mourns the loss of former Senator Harry Gast	Proos	July 30, 2015
Meekhof Issues Statement on Supreme Court Ruling	Meekhof	July 30, 2015
Brandenburg calls for strengthening Michigan’s laws on Iran sanctions	Brandenburg	July 29, 2015
Sen. Pavlov announces August office hours	Pavlov	July 27, 2015
*Community News Bulletin* Proos announces district coffee hour	Proos	July 24, 2015
Proos: July is Craft Beer Month in Michigan	Proos	July 24, 2015
Horn Hometown Tours: Coney Café, Linden	Horn	July 22, 2015
Governor signs Booher’s bill to extend successful jobs training program	Booher	July 22, 2015
Oakland Press: We must put an end to sanctuary cities to prevent further tragedies	Kowall	July 22, 2015
Emmons applauds expansion of Harrison Farmers Market	Emmons	July 21, 2015
Knollenberg to host Senior Brigade presentation at Walsh College	Knollenberg	July 20, 2015
*Media Advisory* Casperson, Kivela to help give out suspenders to area veterans	Casperson	July 20, 2015
Stamas, Schmidt complete 2015 Heritage Route 23 tour	Schmidt	July 17, 2015
Stamas, Schmidt complete 2015 Heritage Route 23 Tour	Stamas	July 17, 2015
Proos: potential abhorrent practice of tissue harvesting must be investigated	Proos	July 17, 2015
Sen. Stamas holding office hours in Coleman on July 21	Stamas	July 17, 2015
Jones to introduce bill to reduce state judgeships	Jones	July 17, 2015
Stamas begins 2015 Heritage Route 23 Legislative Tour	Stamas	July 16, 2015
Horn Hometown Tours: Argentine Township	Horn	July 16, 2015
Governor signs Sen. Schmidt’s bill allowing cycle pubs in Michigan	Schmidt	July 16, 2015
Horn announces July office hours in Chesaning	Horn	July 15, 2015
Pavlov: Our conscience and our law are in agreement – human life is not for sale	Pavlov	July 15, 2015
Sen. Jones working to prohibit drones at state Capitol	Jones	July 15, 2015
Pavlov co-sponsors bill to prohibit sanctuary cities	Pavlov	July 15, 2015
Kowall introduces bill to prohibit sanctuary cities	Kowall	July 15, 2015
Great times to be had in Michigan’s great outdoors	Schmidt	July 15, 2015
Media Reminder Stamas announces 2015 Heritage Route 23 Legislative Tour	Stamas	July 15, 2015
Senate panel approves Jones bill to create African American Affairs Commission	Jones	July 14, 2015
Sen. Proos urges residents to be alert this summer	Proos	July 14, 2015
Kowall announces online petition to call for an end to sanctuary cities	Kowall	July 13, 2015
Brandenburg begins work on law banning sanctuary cities that protect illegal aliens	Brandenburg	July 10, 2015
U.P. lawmakers offer support for Marquette County Road Commission lawsuit against EPA	Casperson	July 10, 2015
Proos: Keep kids safe online with Michigan Child Protection Registry	Proos	July 9, 2015
Media Advisory Stamas announces 2015 Heritage Route 23 Legislative Tour	Stamas	July 9, 2015
Spinal Column: Senate Republicans are Fixing MI Roads with a comprehensive, long-term solution	Kowall	July 8, 2015
Sen. Knollenberg announces July office hours	Knollenberg	July 8, 2015
Proos co-sponsors bill to create Blue Alert system	Proos	July 7, 2015
Proos tours Lake Michigan College facilities	Proos	July 7, 2015
* Media Advisory * Schuitmaker announces 15 office hours events for July	Schuitmaker	July 7, 2015
Sen. Schmidt announces July coffee hours	Schmidt	July 7, 2015
Proos: Plenty of firework-free options for Southwest Michigan families for July 4th holiday	Proos	July 2, 2015
Senate passes comprehensive road solution	Marleau	July 2, 2015
Marleau: Perfect time to visit festivals and farmers markets	Marleau	July 2, 2015
Sen. Marty Knollenberg comments on Senate road plan	Knollenberg	July 2, 2015
Shirkey issues statement after Senate passes comprehensive road solution	Shirkey	July 1, 2015
Proos: Efficiencies to be found to fund our roads	Proos	July 1, 2015
Zorn: Senate passes comprehensive road solution	Zorn	July 1, 2015
Meekhof announces passage of Senate roads plan	Meekhof	July 1, 2015
Senators introduce energy legislation	Nofs/Proos	July 1, 2015

June 2015

Title	Member	Date
Kowall: Committee approves long-term roads solution	Kowall	June 30, 2015
Governor signs Zorn bill allowing schools to form district libraries	Zorn	June 30, 2015
Green legislation calls for federal balanced budget	Green	June 30, 2015
Proos selected nonprofit caucus co-chair	Proos	June 29, 2015
Sen. Zorn joins legislative caucus in opposition to Canadian nuclear waste dump on Lake Huron shore	Zorn	June 29, 2015
Meekhof Issues Statement on Supreme Court Ruling	Meekhof	June 26, 2015
Marleau bill removing derogatory language now law	Marleau	June 25, 2015
Senator Margaret O’Brien Offers Support of Kalamazoo Vigil for Charleston Victims	O’Brien	June 24, 2015
Emmons: Michigan’s new human trafficking laws working	Emmons	June 24, 2015
Sen. Hune, Marcia welcome baby boy to the world	Hune	June 23, 2015
O’Brien Joins Fight against Meth with New Legislation	O’Brien	June 19, 2015
Horn announces June office hours in Freeland	Horn	June 19, 2015
Oakland Press: Balanced, fiscally responsible budget sets the right priorities	Kowall	June 19, 2015
Schuitmaker introduces package to define, combat truancy	Schuitmaker	June 18, 2015
Legislation to protect veterans with service dogs passes Senate	Horn	June 18, 2015
Legislation to protect veterans with service dogs passes Senate	O’Brien	June 18, 2015
Small Business Association of Michigan Names Senator Margaret O’Brien Legislator of the Year	O’Brien	June 18, 2015
Green welcomes Boys and Girls Club’s ‘Youth of the Year’ to state Capitol	Green	June 18, 2015
Knollenberg welcomes Boys & Girls Club of Troy 2015 ‘Youth of the Year’ to Lansing	Knollenberg	June 18, 2015
Bill to Increase Local Education Opportunities Passes Senate Committee	Shirkey	June 18, 2015
Sen. Hansen welcomes Asparagus Queen to state Capitol	Hansen	June 18, 2015
Sen. Zorn sponsors Aquatic Invasive Species Awareness Week resolution	Zorn	June 18, 2015
Sen. Stamas holding office hours in Gladwin on June 25	Stamas	June 18, 2015
*MEDIA ADVISORY* Jones to honor WWII veteran in Grand Ledge on June 20	Jones	June 18, 2015
Commerce committee approves Sen. Schmidt’s bill to support Michigan wineries	Schmidt	June 17, 2015
Sen. Knollenberg announces June office hours	Knollenberg	June 17, 2015
Zorn bill sent to the governor would allow schools to form district libraries	Zorn	June 17, 2015
PHOTO ADVISORY Dale Zorn presides over Senate during session	Zorn	June 17, 2015
Sen. Schuitmaker presented with Legislator of the Year Award	Schuitmaker	June 16, 2015
Senate adopts Proos’ resolution proclaiming June 15-21 as ‘Men’s Health Week’	Proos	June 12, 2015
Sen. MacGregor welcomes the Rev. Mark Pietscher to state Capitol to lead invocation	MacGregor	June 11, 2015
Lapeer student art on display in Green’s Lansing office	Green	June 11, 2015
Zorn introduces firefighter certification bill	Zorn	June 11, 2015
MacGregor comments on White Pine Trail meeting with DNR	MacGregor	June 10, 2015
Sen. Schmidt tours ‘Fab Lab’ demonstration at Capitol	Schmidt	June 10, 2015
Proos joins legislative caucus in opposition to Canadian nuclear waste dump on Lake Huron shore	Proos	June 10, 2015
Spinal Column: Legislature delivers balanced budget to governor, focusing on education, roads	Kowall	June 10, 2015
Pavlov: ORV enthusiasts also enjoy a free weekend	Pavlov	June 10, 2015
Meekhof Issues Statement on Legislation to Protect Faith-based Adoption Agencies	Meekhof	June 10, 2015
Senate approves Jones bill to protect women in domestic violence situations	Jones	June 10, 2015
Sen. Stamas holding office hours in Lewiston on June 15	Stamas	June 10, 2015
Schuitmaker’s Blue Alert legislation passes the Senate with bipartisan support	Schuitmaker	June 10, 2015
Sen. Hansen welcomes Muskegon pastor to Senate session	Hansen	June 10, 2015
PHOTO ADVISORY Stamas presides over Senate during session	Stamas	June 10, 2015
Emmons: Alma to help train workers for 45 new jobs thanks to state grant	Emmons	June 10, 2015
Governor signs bills to protect active-duty military parents	Jones	June 10, 2015
Sen. Booher applauds signing of bill to assist with prison reopening	Booher	June 9, 2015
Senate committee OKs Jones’ bill to make the Minor in Possession offense a civil fine	Jones	June 9, 2015
Horn co-sponsors resolution to release Marine from Iranian prison	Horn	June 9, 2015
Sen. Knollenberg welcomes Pastor Lewis to Capitol for Senate invocation	Knollenberg	June 9, 2015
Enjoy ‘Summer Free Fishing Weekend’ June 13-14	Green	June 9, 2015
Stamas: Enjoy free fishing this weekend	Stamas	June 9, 2015
Marleau encourages residents to fish for free on June 13–14	Marleau	June 9, 2015
Zorn: Enjoy summer free fishing this weekend	Zorn	June 9, 2015
Schuitmaker discusses the importance of ending sexual assault at Michigan’s colleges and universities	Schuitmaker	June 8, 2015
Marleau announces $250,000 business development grant	Marleau	June 8, 2015
Free fishing weekend set for June 13-14	Proos	June 8, 2015
Zorn, Sheppard announce bills to stop deep well injection in Monroe County	Zorn	June 8, 2015
Pavlov announces ‘Be a Senator for a Day’ summer reading contest	Pavlov	June 8, 2015
Pavlov encourages residents to fish for free on June 13–14	Pavlov	June 8, 2015
Sen. Pavlov announces June office hours in Port Sanilac	Pavlov	June 8, 2015
Sen. Pavlov announces June office hours in New Baltimore	Pavlov	June 8, 2015
Kowall reminds residents of boating week, free fishing	Kowall	June 8, 2015
Hansen: Fish for free June 13¬–14	Hansen	June 8, 2015
Schmidt: Free fishing weekend is June 13-14	Schmidt	June 5, 2015
MEDIA ADVISORY Zorn, Sheppard to announce bills to stop deep well injection in Monroe County	Zorn	June 5, 2015
MEDIA ADVISORY Jones to join Wheeler Trucking President Rex Wheeler for major announcement on June 8	Jones	June 5, 2015
Let the baking begin!	Colbeck	June 4, 2015
Legislators to hold town hall on White Pine Trail	Emmons/MacGregor	June 4, 2015
Sen. Dale Zorn comments finalized state budget	Zorn	June 3, 2015
Proos: Focus on roads	Proos	June 3, 2015
Hansen speaks on recommendations in Third Grade Reading Workgroup report	Hansen	June 3, 2015
Stamas: Budget builds on commitment to education, invests in fixing the roads	Stamas	June 3, 2015
PHOTO ADVISORY Sen. Jones welcomes Pastor Joe Jackson to state Capitol to lead invocation	Jones	June 3, 2015
Sen. Hansen addresses seniors at Older Michiganians Day	Hansen	June 2, 2015
Schuitmaker to introduce legislation making it easier for gun owners to purchase safety devices	Schuitmaker	June 2, 2015
Sen. Pavlov announces June office hours	Pavlov	June 2, 2015
Meekhof Welcomes Dutch Royals to West Michigan	Meekhof	June 2, 2015
Stamas holding office hours in Alpena on June 8	Stamas	June 1, 2015

May 2015

Title	Member	Date
Sen. Schmidt announces June coffee hours	Schmidt	May 31, 2015
Photo Advisory Sen. Jones welcomes Eaton County high school insurance class students to Capitol	Jones	May 28, 2015
Jones, Glardon working with Wheeler Trucking to bring jobs to Shiawassee County	Jones	May 28, 2015
Zorn, Sheppard working to stop deep well injection in Monroe County	Zorn	May 27, 2015
Bills to protect active-duty military parents headed to the governor	Jones	May 27, 2015
Sen. Horn welcomes Pastor Ouellette to Capitol for Senate invocation	Horn	May 27, 2015
Meekhof Welcomes Constituent to Memorial Day Service	Meekhof	May 22, 2015
Booher welcomes Army, Navy veteran to Senate Memorial Day service	Booher	May 22, 2015
Colbeck pays tribute to Michigan’s fallen heroes during annual Memorial Day ceremony	Colbeck	May 22, 2015
Emmons welcomes area veterans to Senate Memorial Day Service	Emmons	May 22, 2015
Casperson welcomes U.S. Army veteran, uncle Donald Casperson to Senate Memorial Day service	Casperson	May 22, 2015
PHOTO ADVISORY Sen. Jones welcomes local servicewoman to Senate Memorial Day Service	Jones	May 21, 2015
Proos welcomes Iraq War veteran to Senate Memorial Day Service	Proos	May 21, 2015
Senator O’Brien introduces CARE Act to support in-home caregivers	O’Brien	May 21, 2015
Sen. Horn welcomes family of fallen soldiers to state Capitol for Senate Memorial Day Service	Horn	May 21, 2015
Sen. Kowall and guest honor Michigan’s fallen soldiers	Kowall	May 21, 2015
Sen. Hansen and guest honor Michigan’s fallen soldiers	Hansen	May 21, 2015
Sen. Schuitmaker honors fallen soldiers at Senate’s Memorial Day ceremony	Schuitmaker	May 21, 2015
Sen. Pavlov and guest honor Michigan’s fallen soldiers	Pavlov	May 21, 2015
O’Brien: Senate holds 21st Annual Memorial Day Service	O’Brien	May 21, 2015
Sens. Hune and Warren host veterans’ lunch	Hune	May 21, 2015
Sen. Hune and guest honor fallen soldiers	Hune	May 21, 2015
Hansen hosts 2014 Asparagus Queen	Hansen	May 21, 2015
Oakland Press: Senate in session this summer to work on road funding, other vital legislation	Kowall	May 21, 2015
Horn kicks off ‘Hometown Tours’ with community of Linden	Horn	May 20, 2015
Child Protection Registry now managed by Secretary of State Johnson’s office	Knollenberg	May 20, 2015
Jones’ bills to ban powdered alcohol, e-cigarettes for minors approved by Senate	Jones	May 20, 2015
Schuitmaker testifies before Senate Judiciary Committee on bill that would modernize, update Michigan State Police titles	Schuitmaker	May 19, 2015
Sen. Schuitmaker speaks at conference recognizing the work, importance of 9-1-1 operators	Schuitmaker	May 19, 2015
Proos response to governor’s message on criminal justice	Proos	May 18, 2015
Senator O’Brien Attends 9-1-1 Conference, Presents Kalamazoo Resident with Child Hero Award	O’Brien	May 18, 2015
Senate to honor Michigan veterans at Memorial Day Service	Knollenberg	May 18, 2015
Proos: Extra revenues should go to roads	Proos	May 15, 2015
Hildenbrand issues statement on Consensus Revenue Estimating Conference	Hildenbrand	May 15, 2015
Senate votes to allow pedal pubs in Michigan	Schmidt	May 14, 2015
Schuitmaker introduces Blue Alert legislation to notify public after attack on law enforcement	Schuitmaker	May 14, 2015
Senate approves Jones bill cracking down on senior exploitation	Jones	May 14, 2015
Proos supports bills protecting fair hunting practices	Proos	May 14, 2015
Senate to honor veterans at Memorial Day Service	Shirkey	May 14, 2015
Akron-Fairgrove Elementary receives 2015 School Wellness Award	Green	May 13, 2015
Spinal Column: Senate Memorial Day ceremony will pay respect to those who gave their lives	Kowall	May 13, 2015
Senate panel approves Jones’ bills to ban powdered alcohol, e-cigarettes for minors	Jones	May 13, 2015
Nofs presents tribute to Belding Middle School, School Wellness Award honoree	Nofs	May 13, 2015
Senate preparing to hold 21st Annual Memorial Day Service	Kowall	May 13, 2015
Proos urges residents to honor fallen police officers	Proos	May 13, 2015
Stamas bill to help veterans transition into civilian life headed to the governor	Stamas	May 13, 2015
Senate passes Zorn, Pavlov anti-poaching bills	Pavlov/Zorn	May 13, 2015
Senate panel moves to repeal MI’s prevailing wage	MacGregor	May 13, 2015
Senate panel OKs Jones bill to stop expansion of nude bars in Michigan	Jones	May 12, 2015
Schuitmaker bill would eliminate outdated titles from state statute	Schuitmaker	May 12, 2015
Stamas announces office hours in Gaylord on May 18	Stamas	May 12, 2015
Kowall: Senate will be in session this summer	Kowall	May 12, 2015
Photo Advisory: Senator O’Brien co-hosts annual Senior and Veterans Expo	O’Brien	May 12, 2015
Stamas resolution recognizes Iosco County as a premier birding destination	Stamas	May 12, 2015
O’Brien Announces Positive Economic Outlook for Kalamazoo County	O’Brien	May 8, 2015
Nofs bill naming section of local highway after fallen officer heads to governor’s desk	Nofs	May 7, 2015
Senate Urges U.S. Select Fort Custer for Major Missile Defense Program	O’Brien	May 7, 2015
Sen. Horn delivers Senate invocation on National Day of Prayer	Horn	May 7, 2015
Pavlov: Canadian panel’s decision to approve nuclear waste dump a staggering mistake	Pavlov	May 7, 2015
PHOTO ADVISORY Sen. Emmons welcomes Pastor Nichols to Capitol	Emmons	May 7, 2015
Senate panel approves Jones bill to protect charitable gaming	Jones	May 6, 2015
Common sense prevails over politics as usual	Colbeck	May 6, 2015
Horn to hold May office hours in Saginaw	Horn	May 6, 2015
Sen. Stamas committed to finding solution to fix Michigan’s roads	Stamas	May 6, 2015
Sen. Marty Knollenberg comments on failure of Proposal 1	Knollenberg	May 6, 2015
Sen. MacGregor committed to finding long-term solution to fixing Michigan roads, bridges	MacGregor	May 6, 2015
PHOTO ADVISORY Sen. Zorn named Michigan Community Action Legislator of the Year	Zorn	May 6, 2015
Horn continues to fight for community of Buena Vista	Horn	May 6, 2015
Sen. Nofs ready to find best solution to fix Michigan’s roads	Nofs	May 6, 2015
Sen. Dale Zorn secures funds for MIS traffic control in Senate budget plan	Zorn	May 6, 2015
Marleau: Fiscally responsible budget helps ensure access to important care and supports residents	Marleau	May 6, 2015
Kowall: Fiscally responsible budget builds on the strong economic foundation laid over the last four years	Kowall	May 6, 2015
Meekhof Issues Statement on Proposal 1	Meekhof	May 6, 2015
Sen. Brandenburg ready to find solution to fix Michigan’s roads and bridges	Brandenburg	May 6, 2015
Governor signs Jones’ bill to protect retired state employees and save money	Jones	May 5, 2015
Schmidt: Fiscally responsible budget prioritizes education, public health and safety, veterans	Schmidt	May 5, 2015
Proos: Keep your family in Michigan! Jobs that will be here in 2020	Proos	May 5, 2015
Sen. Colbeck welcomes Pastor Adam Mashni to state Capitol to give Senate invocation	Colbeck	May 5, 2015
Hansen: Fiscally responsible budget helps promote opportunities necessary for Michigan’s children to succeed	Hansen	May 5, 2015
Sen. Knollenberg, Michigan Optometric Association raise awareness for ‘Michigan InfantSEE Week’	Knollenberg	May 1, 2015
Sen. Booher welcomes Pastor Enoch Olson to state Capitol to lead invocation	Booher	May 1, 2015

April 2015

Title	Member	Date
Lawmakers announce Civil Air Patrol Employee Protection Act	Colbeck	April 30, 2015
PHOTO ADVISORY Sen. Jim Stamas welcomes David Pendley to Capitol for Senate invocation	Stamas	April 30, 2015
Senate bill would offer better rural health care	Shirkey	April 30, 2015
Meekhof issues statement on DFT	Meekhof	April 30, 2015
House panel OKs Stamas bill to help veterans transition into civilian life	Stamas	April 30, 2015
Sen. Green addresses Second Amendment advocates at the state Capitol	Green	April 29, 2015
Legislation would decide who let the bed bugs bite	O’Brien	April 29, 2015
Senate approves Schmidt’s bill to provide health coverage for families of fallen safety officers	Schmidt	April 29, 2015
Emmons holding human trafficking survivor forums in Burton, Ann Arbor	Emmons	April 29, 2015
Sen. Dale Zorn honored as Habitat for Humanity of Michigan’s 2014 Public Official of the Year	Zorn	April 29, 2015
Hune: Auto insurance reforms about protecting drivers	Hune	April 29, 2015
Marleau to chair new Appropriations subcommittee	Marleau	April 28, 2015
Stamas announces office hours in Alpena and Oscoda on May 4	Stamas	April 27, 2015
Detroit News op-ed column: RFRA provides no license to discriminate	Shirkey	April 27, 2015
Area legislators to host additional town hall in Coldwater on road funding proposal	Shirkey	April 27, 2015
Sen. Horn Recognizes Child Abuse Prevention Month	Horn	April 23, 2015
PHOTO ADVISORY Sen. Zorn welcomes the Rev. Jim Smalarz to Capitol for Senate invocation	Zorn	April 23, 2015
Sen. Schmidt welcomes state champion St. Ignace La Salle Saints to Capitol	Schmidt	April 23, 2015
Sen. MacGregor welcomes state champion Wyoming Godwin Heights Wolverines to Capitol	MacGregor	April 23, 2015
*Media Advisory* Proos to celebrate Arbor Day in Buchanan	Proos	April 23, 2015
Sen. Proos flips flapjacks at United Way Pancake Breakfast	Proos	April 23, 2015
Jones’ bill protects retired state employees and saves state money	Jones	April 23, 2015
Schuitmaker offers keynote address at annual Michigan Crime Victims Vigil	Schuitmaker	April 22, 2015
Sen. Colbeck welcomes delegation from Health Ministry of Ghana to Capitol	Colbeck	April 22, 2015
PHOTO ADVISORY Proos meets with Brandywine Machine Tool Academy students at the Capitol	Proos	April 22, 2015
Emmons holding human trafficking survivor forums in Grand Rapids, Lawrence	Emmons	April 22, 2015
Meekhof Supports Resolutions to Prevent Asian Carp in Great Lakes	Meekhof	April 22, 2015
*Photo Advisory* Constantine talent serving at the Capitol	Proos	April 21, 2015
Sen. Casperson welcomes U.P. Ambassadors to state Capitol	Casperson	April 21, 2015
Meekhof Joins State of Michigan Holocaust Commemoration	Meekhof	April 21, 2015
Knollenberg introduces education bills to eliminate taxpayer-funded union lobbyists, close pension ‘gaming’ loophole	Knollenberg	April 20, 2015
Governor signs Green bill making Michigan a true ‘shall issue’ state	Green	April 20, 2015
Bills would allow STEM certification on Michigan diplomas	Horn	April 16, 2015
Senate approves bills to allow Michigan diplomas to be nation’s first with STEM certification	Proos	April 16, 2015
Proos: Auto insurance reforms about protecting drivers	Proos	April 16, 2015
Casperson’s game-changing bill connects Upper, Lower Peninsulas to same electrical grid	Casperson	April 16, 2015
Emmons, human trafficking survivors holding forum in Detroit	Emmons	April 16, 2015
Senate passes Hansen’s bill enabling police agencies to recoup costs	Hansen	April 15, 2015
Marcellus Wildcats win Proos’ spirit tournament	Proos	April 15, 2015
Pastor David Grant delivers invocation at state Capitol	Casperson	April 15, 2015
Senate adopts Kowall resolution urging FAA to reconsider overly restrictive proposal	Kowall	April 15, 2015
Sen. Zorn, Miss Michigan introduce bill to help children with hearing loss	Zorn	April 15, 2015
Hansen bill would help to promote an increase in beach safety	Hansen	April 15, 2015
Jones cracking down on senior exploitation	Jones	April 15, 2015
Peace of Mind website now taking advance directives	Marleau	April 15, 2015
Governor signs Pavlov, Casperson bills banning use of drones to harass hunters or take game	Casperson/Pavlov	April 14, 2015
Media Advisory Sen. Zorn, Miss Michigan to introduce effort at Capitol to help children with hearing loss	Zorn	April 14, 2015
Detroit News guest editorial: Mich. could lead in STEM certification	Pavlov	April 9, 2015
Spinal Column: Good progress made in the first quarter of 2015	Kowall	April 8, 2015
Proos: Take steps to avoid IRS scams this tax season	Proos	April 8, 2015
Knollenberg, local officials plant pinwheels to raise awareness for child abuse	Knollenberg	April 7, 2015
Knollenberg to hold April office hours in Berkley	Knollenberg	April 7, 2015
Jones working to protect children in wake of judge’s ruling on sex offender law	Jones	April 7, 2015
Proos supports bill to provide health coverage to families of fallen safety officers	Proos	April 7, 2015
St. John Amelith student art on display in Lansing office	Green	April 6, 2015
O’Brien and Schuitmaker: Republican Women Leading the Way in the Michigan Senate	O’Brien	April 6, 2015
Brandenburg cosponsors resolution urging Washington, D.C. act to prevent Asian carp from entering Great Lakes	Brandenburg	April 2, 2015
Brandenburg: Higher lake water levels a boon for 8th District, state	Brandenburg	April 2, 2015
Knollenberg tours CARE House of Oakland County	Knollenberg	April 2, 2015
Final Four: Proos’ Southwest Michigan Spirit Tournament ramps up	Proos	April 1, 2015
Colbeck to hold April office hours in Plymouth	Colbeck	April 1, 2015
Sen. Schmidt announces April “coffee hours”	Schmidt	April 1, 2015

March 2015

Title	Member	Date
Meekhof testifies before Indiana state Senate committee	Meekhof	March 31, 2015
Photo Advisory: Sen. Knollenberg reads to area children to celebrate National Reading Month	Knollenberg	March 31, 2015
Proos: 2016 Judiciary budget plan focuses on efficiency, public safety	Proos	March 31, 2015
Sen. Casperson welcomes Powers North Central Jets to the state Capitol	Casperson	March 30, 2015
Proos: Check out 360-degree images of Pure Michigan on Google Maps	Proos	March 27, 2015
Gov. Snyder appoints Holland native to Michigan Strategic Fund board of directors	Meekhof	March 27, 2015
Senate subcommittee approves MacGregor’s human services budget	MacGregor	March 27, 2015
Sen. Dale Zorn to hold coffee hour in Dundee on April 10	Zorn	March 27, 2015
PHOTO ADVISORY Sen. Zorn discusses requiring Uber drivers to carry commercial insurance, plate	Zorn	March 26, 2015
Emmons leads day at Capitol to ‘Shine the Light’ on human trafficking	Emmons	March 26, 2015
Zorn, Pavlov introduce anti-poaching bills	Pavlov/Zorn	March 26, 2015
Resolutions to recognize Michigan mining approved by Senate	Casperson	March 26, 2015
Meekhof issues statement regarding senate agenda	Meekhof	March 26, 2015
Horn legislation fixing Buena Vista’s debt passes Senate	Horn	March 25, 2015
Senate panel approves Schmidt bill to provide health coverage to families of fallen safety officers	Schmidt	March 25, 2015
Sen. Mike Kowall issues statement on Michigan’s job increases, low unemployment	Kowall	March 25, 2015
Jones working to make ‘minor in possession’ a civil fine	Jones	March 25, 2015
Pastor David Williams delivers invocation at state Capitol	Schuitmaker	March 25, 2015
Sen. Wayne Schmidt applauds Charlevoix company on receiving development grant	Schmidt	March 24, 2015
Senate subcommittee approves Marleau’s community health budget	Marleau	March 24, 2015
O’Brien Resolution Urges Selection of Fort Custer for Major Missile Defense Program	O’Brien	March 24, 2015
Jones’ bill would ban powdered alcohol	Jones	March 24, 2015
Sen. Schmidt, Shannon Kochis, Mary Jo Pomeroy testify in support of Billy’s Law	Schmidt	March 24, 2015
Pavlov and area students attend 4-H Capitol Experience Ceremony and Legislative Breakfast	Pavlov	March 24, 2015
UPDATED MEDIA ADVISORY Emmons hosting ‘Shine the Light on Human Trafficking – Phase II: Keys to the Future’	Emmons	March 24, 2015
*Photo Advisory* Emmons receives Healthcare Worker Safety award	Emmons	March 24, 2015
Stamas announces office hours in Harrisville on March 30	Stamas	March 24, 2015
Colbeck to hold office hours in Plymouth	Colbeck	March 23, 2015
Area legislators to host town hall in Hillsdale on road funding proposal	Shirkey	March 23, 2015
Zorn applauds grant to revitalize historic buildings in downtown Milan	Zorn	March 20, 2015
Proos volunteers with Meals on Wheels in St. Joseph County	Proos	March 19, 2015
Casperson comments on closing of Manistique Papers	Casperson	March 19, 2015
Sen. Colbeck welcomes Pastor Justin Powell to state Capitol to give Senate invocation	Colbeck	March 19, 2015
Knollenberg alerts constituents of IRS tax scams	Knollenberg	March 19, 2015
MEDIA ADVISORY Emmons hosting ‘Shine the Light on Human Trafficking – Phase II: Keys to the Future’	Emmons	March 19, 2015
Sen. Booher to celebrate March is Reading Month Friday in Rapid City	Booher	March 19, 2015
Lawmakers introduce resolutions urging safe, permanent nuclear spent fuel storage	Pavlov/Proos/Zorn	March 19, 2015
Green welcomes Lapeer County Young Republicans to Capitol	Green	March 19, 2015
Photo Advisory: Sen. Casperson welcomes Houghton Middle School EcoChallenge team to Capitol	Casperson	March 19, 2015
Photo Advisory: Sen. Schmidt welcomes Bonnie Alfonso to Capitol	Schmidt	March 19, 2015
‘Choose Life’ license plate passes Senate	Colbeck	March 18, 2015
Marleau receives 2014 Healthcare Worker Safety Award	Marleau	March 18, 2015
Hansen receives award for promoting health care safety	Hansen	March 18, 2015
Kowall receives award for promoting health care safety	Kowall	March 18, 2015
Robertson receives ‘Healthcare Worker Safety’ award	Robertson	March 18, 2015
Sen. Robertson welcomes the Rev. Glenn Grant to state Capitol to give Senate invocation	Robertson	March 18, 2015
Bipartisan, bicameral legislation introduced to crack down on animal abusers	Jones	March 18, 2015
Sen. Pavlov welcomes Snover pastor to Michigan Senate	Pavlov	March 18, 2015
Sen. Mike Kowall offers free tax preparation guides	Kowall	March 17, 2015
Proos supports expanding successful jobs training program	Proos	March 17, 2015
American Heritage Bills to be introduced in Senate	Colbeck	March 16, 2015
American Heritage Bills to be introduced in Senate	Kowall	March 16, 2015
Area legislators to host town hall in Coldwater on road funding proposal	Shirkey	March 14, 2015
Proos reads Dr. Seuss to area children to celebrate National Reading Month	Proos	March 13, 2015
Sen. Schmidt comments on Gov. Snyder’s energy message	Schmidt	March 13, 2015
Casperson thanks all parties involved in new Michigan-only utilities	Casperson	March 13, 2015
Booher: Joint Capital Outlay Subcommittee recommends West Shore Community College project	Booher	March 12, 2015
Kowall honors Abbey Park veterans in Senate	Kowall	March 12, 2015
PHOTO ADVISORY Sen. Proos, Rep. Miller welcome Pastor Ross Gerber and wife Jennifer to Capitol	Proos	March 12, 2015
Sen. Jones celebrates ‘March is Reading Month’ with area students	Jones	March 12, 2015
Senate reforms state laws to better support children with special health care needs	O’Brien	March 12, 2015
Spinal Column: Governor’s FY2016 budget recommendations hit the right notes in key areas	Kowall	March 11, 2015
Schuitmaker kicks off March is Reading Month	Schuitmaker	March 11, 2015
Hildenbrand introduces election reform legislation	Hildenbrand	March 11, 2015
Sen. Jones honored by American Radio Relay League	Jones	March 11, 2015
Senate approves Stamas bill to help veterans transition into civilian life	Stamas	March 11, 2015
Senate Finance Committee approves MacGregor’s cloud computing tax exemption bill	MacGregor	March 11, 2015
Zorn votes for River Raisin battlefield project	Zorn	March 11, 2015
Southwest Michigan Spirit Tournament is back!	Proos	March 10, 2015
Proos announces district office hours	Proos	March 9, 2015
Area legislators to host town hall on road funding proposal	Shirkey	March 8, 2015
Schuitmaker bills aim to reduce drunk driving offenses, protect motorists	Schuitmaker	March 6, 2015
Sen. Jones, Rep. Barrett introduce bills to protect charitable gaming	Jones	March 6, 2015
PHOTO ADVISORY Sen. Zorn welcomes Custer Elementary students to the state Capitol	Zorn	March 6, 2015
Pavlov comments on Congresswoman Candice Miller’s announcement to retire	Pavlov	March 5, 2015
Sen. Booher to celebrate March is Reading Month Friday in Scottville, Frankfort	Booher	March 5, 2015
Senate panel OKs Proos resolution urging Congress to override Obama veto of Keystone XL pipeline	Proos	March 5, 2015
Photo Advisory Sen. Jones takes ‘Polar Plunge’ at Capitol to support Special Olympics	Jones	March 5, 2015
Bills to make state departments more accountable and work on common-sense solutions introduced	Casperson/Robertson	March 5, 2015
Kowall, full Senate approve five Natural Resources Trust Fund projects in Oakland County	Kowall	March 5, 2015
Pavlov, full Senate approve three Natural Resources Trust Fund projects in St. Clair County	Pavlov	March 5, 2015
Senate approves Zorn bill allowing schools to form district libraries	Zorn	March 5, 2015
Schmidt votes for Natural Resources Trust Fund projects in Cheboygan, Chippewa, Grand Traverse counties	Schmidt	March 5, 2015
Zorn, Jenkins applaud Transportation Economic Development Fund grant for Lenawee County	Zorn	March 5, 2015
Sen. Marleau welcomes Rochester Hills pastor to Senate session	Marleau	March 4, 2015
Governor signs Green bill making Michigan a true ‘shall issue’ state	Green	March 4, 2015
Sen. Schmidt announces March ‘coffee hours’	Schmidt	March 4, 2015
Proos tours B&L Information Systems in Bridgman	Proos	March 4, 2015
Media Advisory Sen. Jones to participate in Special Olympics ‘Legislative Polar Plunge’ at Capitol	Jones	March 4, 2015
Sen. Proos celebrates March is Reading Month with Southwest Michigan children	Proos	March 3, 2015
Sen. MacGregor welcomes Pastor Doug Bergsma to Capitol to give Senate invocation	MacGregor	March 3, 2015
Sen. Dale Zorn to hold coffee hour in Tecumseh on March 13	Zorn	March 3, 2015
Michigan lawmakers challenge their colleagues to read to 1,000 students for March is Reading Month	Pavlov	March 2, 2015
O’Brien to host open house Friday, March 6 at Kalamazoo office	O’Brien	March 2, 2015

February 2015

Title	Member	Date
Proos votes to support three Natural Resources Trust Fund projects in Southwest Michigan	Proos	February 27, 2015
Pavlov and Price challenge legislators to read to 1,000 students	Pavlov	February 26, 2015
Sen. Kowall welcomes Pastor Brad Hulcy to Capitol to give Senate invocation	Kowall	February 26, 2015
Colbeck unveils ways to fund road repairs without a tax hike	Colbeck	February 26, 2015
Committee OKs Stamas bill to help veterans transition into civilian life	Stamas	February 26, 2015
Bills would allow STEM certification on Michigan diplomas	Proos	February 26, 2015
Mich. needs strong education superintendent	Pavlov	February 26, 2015
Proos co-sponsors initiative to hire Michigan veterans	Proos	February 25, 2015
Senate passes expansion of successful jobs training program	Booher/MacGregor	February 25, 2015
Senate passes expansion of successful jobs training program	Pavlov	February 25, 2015
Booher: Ludington awarded grant for road project	Booher	February 24, 2015
Nofs: $535,000 from the Transportation Economic Development Fund awarded to Calhoun and Ionia counties	Nofs	February 24, 2015
Sen. Jim Stamas offers free tax preparation guides	Stamas	February 24, 2015
Legislation restores school bake sales and brownie fundraisers	Colbeck	February 24, 2015
Brandenburg awarded 2015 Mayor’s Cup Award	Brandenburg	February 23, 2015
Honoring a local American hero	Proos	February 20, 2015
Stamas announces office hours in Beaverton on March 2	Stamas	February 20, 2015
Proos supports bills protecting hunters’ rights, fair hunting practices	Proos	February 20, 2015
PHOTO ADVISORY Sen. Jones welcomes Pastor Livingston to state Capitol to lead invocation	Jones	February 19, 2015
O’Brien bill helps patients fill prescriptions at once; gives relief to pharmacists for higher costs	O’Brien	February 19, 2015
Zorn participates in ‘Keep Michigan Warm’ walk at Capitol	Zorn	February 19, 2015
Horn, Moolenaar present Frankenmuth students with Rotary Club’s ‘Volunteers of the Year’ award	Horn	February 18, 2015
PHOTO ADVISORY Sen. Hune welcomes area fire officials for day at Capitol	Hune	February 18, 2015
Proos, Miller honor retiring Dowagiac City Clerk Jim Snow	Proos	February 18, 2015
Casperson and Kivela applaud interim energy agreement	Casperson	February 18, 2015
Kivela, Casperson hear testimony on resolutions in favor of County Road 595	Casperson	February 17, 2015
Senate approves Pavlov, Casperson bills banning use of drones to harass hunters or take game	Pavlov	February 17, 2015
Senate committee approves Jones bill to protect active-duty military parents	Jones	February 17, 2015
Schuitmaker’s mobile district office now open	Schuitmaker	February 17, 2015
PHOTO ADVISORY Hune welcomes Roger Cahaney to state Capitol	Hune	February 17, 2015
Senate approves Casperson, Pavlov bills banning use of drones to harass hunters or take game	Casperson	February 17, 2015
* Media Advisory * Colbeck to hold February office hours in Livonia	Colbeck	February 17, 2015
Meekhof makes available bids for new senate office space	Meekhof	February 17, 2015
Shirkey and Yonker introduce legislation increasing access to health care	Shirkey	February 14, 2015
Stamas invites residents to visit Senate website, sign up for e-newsletter	Stamas	February 13, 2015
Proos urges president to act to protect Great Lakes from Asian carp	Proos	February 12, 2015
Hansen comments on governor’s budget plan	Hansen	February 12, 2015
Sen. Horn welcomes Chaplain Karlene Hattrick to state Capitol to lead Senate invocation	Horn	February 12, 2015
Zorn bill removes sunset on schools forming district libraries	Zorn	February 12, 2015
Proos: Governor’s plan boosts commitment to education, local communities	Proos	February 11, 2015
Sen. Horn applauds governor’s call for increase in skilled trade funding	Horn	February 11, 2015
Meekhof comments on FY 2016 budget presentation	Meekhof	February 11, 2015
Strand Theater offers free viewings of American Sniper	Schuitmaker	February 11, 2015
Stamas announces office hours in Standish and Midland	Stamas	February 11, 2015
Sen. MacGregor remarks on governor’s 2016 budget plan	MacGregor	February 11, 2015
Spinal Column: Michigan Senate sets ambitious agenda for 2015	Kowall	February 11, 2015
Booher comments on Snyder’s 2016 proposed budget	Booher	February 11, 2015
Sen. Jim Stamas comments on governor’s budget plan	Stamas	February 11, 2015
Sen. Schmidt offers remarks on governor’s 2016 budget plan	Schmidt	February 11, 2015
Senator Margaret O’Brien comments on Governor’s 2016 budget plan	O’Brien	February 11, 2015
Kowall: Fish for free Feb. 14-15	Kowall	February 11, 2015
PHOTO ADVISORY Sen. Zorn congratulates Kapnick Insurance on United Way Spirit of Michigan Award	Zorn	February 11, 2015
Proos: Michigan Virtual Career Fair on Feb. 11	Proos	February 10, 2015
Horn: Enjoy ‘Winter Free Fishing Weekend’ Feb. 14-15	Horn	February 10, 2015
Marleau: Fish for free Feb. 14-15	Marleau	February 10, 2015
Enjoy ‘Winter Free Fishing Weekend’ Feb. 14-15	Green	February 10, 2015
Sen. Jones introduces bill to create African American Affairs Commission	Jones	February 10, 2015
Free winter fishing this weekend!	Proos	February 10, 2015
Hune blasts huge salary of incoming CEO of Michigan Health Endowment Fund	Hune	February 10, 2015
Hansen: Fish for free Feb. 14-15	Hansen	February 10, 2015
Zorn encourages anglers to enjoy free winter fishing this weekend	Zorn	February 10, 2015
Booher bill establishes Sleeping Bear specialty license plate	Booher	February 10, 2015
Proos: Deadline for small business tax exemption is Tuesday	Proos	February 9, 2015
Meekhof issues statement regarding court ruling	Meekhof	February 9, 2015
Schmidt: Free fishing weekend Feb. 14-15	Schmidt	February 9, 2015
Jim Stamas honored as 2014 Legislator of the Year by Michigan dentists	Stamas	February 9, 2015
Hune named 2014 Legislator of the Year by Michigan Dental Association	Hune	February 6, 2015
Sen. Stamas committed to constituent service, drops off 9,000 free publications	Stamas	February 6, 2015
Stamas, Pettalia join Bill Speer at Michigan Press Association annual luncheon	Stamas	February 6, 2015
Knollenberg explains how to appeal your property tax assessment	Knollenberg	February 6, 2015
State orders audit of I-94 following historic January pileup	O’Brien	February 6, 2015
PHOTO ADVISORY Stormy Kromer vest presented to Gov. Snyder by U.P. constituents	Casperson	February 6, 2015
Kowall launches ‘Get Well, Governor Snyder’ website	Kowall	February 5, 2015
‘Choose Life’ license plate introduced in Senate and House	Colbeck	February 5, 2015
Jones bill to create African American Commission	Jones	February 5, 2015
Kivela, Casperson sponsor resolutions in favor of County Road 595	Casperson	February 5, 2015
Hune presented with Legislator of the Year Award	Hune	February 4, 2015
Sen. Rick Jones named Legislator of the Year by Michigan optometrists	Jones	February 4, 2015
Knollenberg announces series of office hours in 13th District	Knollenberg	February 4, 2015
Emmons supports ‘Go Red for Women’ at Capitol	Emmons	February 4, 2015
Kowall celebrates with Novi Hobby Lobby at ribbon cutting and grand opening	Kowall	February 3, 2015

January 2015

Title	Member	Date
Hansen pleased with Senate’s short- and long-term goals	Hansen	January 29, 2015
Senators Margaret O’Brien and Tonya Schuitmaker ‘Go Red for Women’ at state Capitol	Schuitmaker/O’Brien	January 29, 2015
Pavlov Announces February Office Hours	Pavlov	January 29, 2015
Proos, Upton urge approval of the Keystone XL pipeline	Proos	January 29, 2015
Photo Advisory: Sen. Booher welcomes German exchange student to Capitol	Booher	January 28, 2015
Legislators host Go Red for Women Capitol event	Schuitmaker	January 28, 2015
Sen. Emmons welcomes Pastor Showers to Capitol	Emmons	January 28, 2015
Photo Advisory: Kowall bill combating aquatic invasive species signed into law	Kowall	January 28, 2015
Green welcomes 2014 state champion volleyball team to the Capitol	Green	January 27, 2015
Casperson and Booher introduce measures to reform state land management and regulations	Booher/Casperson	January 27, 2015
Proos: 400 jobs to be created by expansion of local manufacturer	Proos	January 27, 2015
Zorn applauds River Raisin battlefield project as top trust fund recommendation	Zorn	January 27, 2015
Senate committee to take testimony on wolf-related resolution via videoconference	Casperson	January 26, 2015
Horn’s Senate offices open and ready for business	Horn	January 26, 2015
Colbeck to hold office hours in Plymouth and Wayne	Colbeck	January 26, 2015
Sen. Mike Kowall comments on State of the State address	Kowall	January 23, 2015
Pavlov tours Michigan Sugar Company	Pavlov	January 23, 2015
Emmons to lead Senate Families, Seniors and Human Services Committee	Emmons	January 22, 2015
Sen. Wayne Schmidt applauds grant for Boyne expansion project	Schmidt	January 22, 2015
Sen. Jim Stamas welcomes Mary Draves to state Capitol for State of the State address	Stamas	January 21, 2015
Sen. Knollenberg offers free tax preparation guides	Knollenberg	January 21, 2015
Sen. Booher welcomes guest to the Capitol for State of the State	Booher	January 21, 2015
PHOTO ADVISORY Sen. Nofs welcomes area residents to state Capitol for State of the State address	Nofs	January 21, 2015
PHOTO ADVISORY Sen. Schuitmaker welcomes area residents to state Capitol for State of the State address	Schuitmaker	January 21, 2015
Meekhof welcomes local pastor to Capitol	Meekhof	January 21, 2015
Knollenberg announces 2015 Governor’s Service Award information	Knollenberg	January 21, 2015
PHOTO ADVISORY Sen. Hune welcomes area residents to state Capitol for State of the State address	Hune	January 21, 2015
Sen. Schmidt welcomes guest to the Capitol for State of the State	Schmidt	January 21, 2015
Sen. Schmidt welcomes guests to the Capitol for State of the State	Schmidt	January 21, 2015
PHOTO ADVISORY Sen. Casperson welcomes U.P. residents to state Capitol for State of the State address	Casperson	January 21, 2015
Sen. Emmons welcomes Dr. Christine Hammond to state Capitol for State of the State address	Emmons	January 21, 2015
Horn: Governor continues on path for a better Michigan	Horn	January 21, 2015
Sen. Horn welcomes Linda Sims to state Capitol for State of the State address	Horn	January 21, 2015
Sen. Robertson welcomes Betsey Aderholt to state Capitol for State of the State address	Robertson	January 21, 2015
Sen. Zorn welcomes Bill White to state Capitol for State of the State address	Zorn	January 21, 2015
Sen. Dale Zorn comments on State of the State address	Zorn	January 21, 2015
Sen. Emmons comments on State of the State address	Emmons	January 21, 2015
Booher reacts to State of the State address	Booher	January 21, 2015
Sen. Schmidt reacts to State of the State address	Schmidt	January 21, 2015
Proos touts governor’s plan to make government work for the people	Proos	January 21, 2015
Sen. Jim Stamas comments on State of the State address	Stamas	January 21, 2015
Sen. MacGregor reacts to State of the State address	MacGregor	January 21, 2015
Meekhof issues statement following State of the State address	Meekhof	January 21, 2015
Nofs comments on State of the State address	Nofs	January 21, 2015
Schuitmaker comments on State of the State address	Schuitmaker	January 21, 2015
Colbeck comments on State of the State address	Colbeck	January 21, 2015
Hune comments on State of the State address	Hune	January 21, 2015
Senator O’Brien reacts to State of the State address	O’Brien	January 21, 2015
Sen. Jones welcomes GM employee Jim Jackson to Capitol for State of the State address	Jones	January 21, 2015
Sen. Booher welcomes Pastor Don Buege to state Capitol to lead invocation	Booher	January 20, 2015
Proos attends MLK celebration at Lake Michigan College	Proos	January 20, 2015
Sen. Hildenbrand available for comments following State of the State address	Hildenbrand	January 20, 2015
Sen. Hansen comments on State of the State address	Hansen	January 20, 2015
Photo Advisory: Sen. Hansen welcomes his brother to the Capitol for State of the State	Hansen	January 20, 2015
Photo Advisory: Sen. Marleau welcomes guest to the Capitol for State of the State	Marleau	January 20, 2015
Photo Advisory: Sen. Shirkey welcomes guest to the Capitol for State of the State	Shirkey	January 20, 2015
Zorn to head Senate Local Government Committee	Zorn	January 19, 2015
New state law opens door to free market healthcare plans that lower costs and improve quality	Colbeck	January 19, 2015
Media Advisory: Sen. Horn available for comments following State of the State address	Horn	January 16, 2015
Sen. Pavlov available for comments following State of the State address	Pavlov	January 16, 2015
Michigan continues to make progress	Hildenbrand	January 16, 2015
Sen. Kowall available for comments following State of the State address	Kowall	January 16, 2015
Sen. Green disappointed by veto of Senate Bill 789	Green	January 16, 2015
Sen. Hansen available for comments following State of the State address	Hansen	January 16, 2015
*Media Advisory* Sen. Marty Knollenberg available for comments following State of the State address	Knollenberg	January 16, 2015
*Media Advisory* Sen. Joe Hune available for comments following State of the State address	Hune	January 16, 2015
*Media Advisory* Sen. Mike Nofs available for comments following State of the State address	Nofs	January 16, 2015
Senator Margaret O’Brien available for comments following State of the State address	O’Brien	January 16, 2015
Sen. Ken Horn announces committee assignments	Horn	January 16, 2015
Sen. Jim Stamas to chair rules committee, General Government budget subcommittee	Stamas	January 16, 2015
*Media Advisory* Sen. Tom Casperson available for comments following State of the State address	Casperson	January 16, 2015
Sen. Darwin Booher available for comments following State of the State address	Booher	January 16, 2015
Governor signs Jones bill to protect ‘ham radio’ operators	Jones	January 16, 2015
Sen. Proos available for comments following State of the State address	Proos	January 16, 2015
Sen. Emmons available for comments following State of the State address	Emmons	January 15, 2015
Sen. MacGregor available for comments following State of the State address	MacGregor	January 15, 2015
Colbeck sworn in as senator for the 7th District, receives committee assignments	Colbeck	January 15, 2015
Sen. Dale Zorn available for comments following State of the State address	Zorn	January 15, 2015
Sen. Jim Stamas available for comments following State of the State address	Stamas	January 15, 2015
Marleau sworn in for a second term as 12th District state senator	Marleau	January 15, 2015
Mike Shirkey sworn in as 16th District state senator	Shirkey	January 15, 2015
Kowall sworn in as 15th District state senator	Kowall	January 15, 2015
Hildenbrand sworn in as 29th District state senator	Hildenbrand	January 15, 2015
Hansen sworn in as 34th District state senator	Hansen	January 15, 2015
Pavlov named to key education chairmanships	Pavlov	January 15, 2015
Meekhof makes repeal of prevailing wage a priority	Meekhof	January 15, 2015
Hune assigned committee chairmanships once again	Hune	January 15, 2015
Horn sworn in as 32nd District state senator	Horn	January 14, 2015
Proos sworn in for second term as 21st District state senator	Proos	January 14, 2015
Booher sworn in as senator of 35th District	Booher	January 14, 2015
PHOTO ADVISORY Hune sworn in as senator for the 22nd District	Hune	January 14, 2015
Dale Zorn sworn in as 17th District senator	Zorn	January 14, 2015
Schuitmaker sworn in for second term as state senator, Senate President Pro Tempore	Schuitmaker	January 14, 2015
Sen. Mike Nofs sworn in for second term	Nofs	January 14, 2015
Margaret O’Brien sworn in as state senator for the 20th District	O’Brien	January 14, 2015
Sen. Jones, Rep. Barrett honor WWII vet John Ross on his 90th birthday	Jones	January 14, 2015
Peter MacGregor sworn in as senator of 28th District	MacGregor	January 14, 2015
Emmons sworn in as 33rd District state senator	Emmons	January 14, 2015
Wayne Schmidt sworn in as 37th District state senator	Schmidt	January 14, 2015
Spinal Column: Looking forward to challenges, opportunities in 2015, beyond	Kowall	January 14, 2015
Jim Stamas sworn in as Senator for the 36th District	Stamas	January 14, 2015
Meekhof announces senate committees	Meekhof	January 14, 2015
Meekhof calls for Agema to resign	Meekhof	January 14, 2015
Rep. Miller, Sen. Proos take oath of office in historic courtroom	Proos	January 13, 2015
Emmons honored with Liberator of the Year Award	Emmons	January 13, 2015
Governor signs Schuitmaker, Jones DNA bills	Schuitmaker	January 12, 2015
Governor signs Schuitmaker bill allowing law enforcement officers to carry life-saving medication	Schuitmaker	January 12, 2015
Senator Margaret O’Brien Announces her Office is Open and Ready for Business	O’Brien	January 12, 2015
Emmons to spend Human Trafficking Awareness Day helping auto show outreach	Emmons	January 8, 2015
Stamas’ Senate office is open and ready for business	Stamas	January 7, 2015
* Media Advisory * Colbeck to hold office hours in Livonia	Colbeck	January 6, 2015

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