Michigan Senate Republicans Press Releases
PRESS RELEASES
Nesbitt encourages Michigan student-athletes to apply to compete in national Patriot Games ahead of Friday deadline
LANSING, Mich. — Senate Republican Leader Aric Nesbitt on Tuesday encouraged Michigan student-athletes to apply to compete in the 2026 Patriot Games. “President Trump’s Patriot Games is sure to be another wonderful and exciting part of the United States’ 250th birthday celebration this summer,” said Nesbitt, R-Porter Township. “I am confident that Michigan student-athletes will shine in the national spotlight as we continue to celebrate freedom
Damoose legislation enhancing Mackinac Bridge security heads to governor
LANSING, Mich. — State Sen. John Damoose applauded final legislative approval for his bill to designate the Mackinac Bridge as a “Key Facility.” “The Mackinac Bridge is an identifying symbol of our state, and one that comes with significant responsibilities that ensure the safety of residents, especially of those who live north of the bridge,” said Damoose, R-Harbor Springs. “We have had some concerning situations in
Runestad continues push to improve transparency around Michigan utility companies
LANSING, Mich. — State Sen. Jim Runestad recently introduced legislation to improve transparency within the state’s major utility companies. The new legislation builds upon another bill the senator recently reintroduced to curb the endless rate increase requests from utility companies, which was never taken up by the Democrat-led Senate after first being introduced in 2024. The bills are a continuation of Runestad’s longstanding efforts to rein
Bill to improve health outcomes for moms and babies sent to the governor
LANSING, Mich. — Legislation to enable more pregnant women to receive prenatal care in a group-based setting is on its way to the governor to be signed. Senate Bill 415, sponsored by Sen. Ruth Johnson, would require Medicaid to provide coverage for group-based pregnancy support programs such as the childbirth classes offered through CenteringPregnancy programs, which have shown significant benefits for both mothers and babies. “Prenatal care works
Webber supports bipartisan FY 2027 budget
LANSING, Mich. — Sen. Michael Webber on Friday voted for final passage of the state’s fiscal year 2027 budget, sending the spending plan to the governor for her signature. “I was proud to support a balanced, bipartisan budget that lives within our means while making critical investments that strengthen Michigan families and communities,” said Webber, R-Rochester Hills. “As many Michigan families and small businesses are taking
Outman supports upcoming fiscal year budget plan
LANSING, Mich. — Sen. Rick Outman, R-Six Lakes, issued the following statement after the Senate passed the state’s fiscal year 2026-2027 budget early Friday morning: “Cutting spending and delivering a product that prioritizes taxpayers was a top priority. Ultimately, we were able to approve a budget that was smaller than last year’s — for the first time in recent memory — and that funds our schools