State Rep. Ann Bollin
Recent News About State Rep. Ann Bollin
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Rep. Bollin urges action on wage and sick leave impacts
State Representative Ann Bollin has urged the Democrat-led House, Speaker Joe Tate, and Governor Gretchen Whitmer to address concerns following the Michigan Supreme Court's decision to increase the minimum wage and enforce new paid sick leave...
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Michigan lawmaker opposes plan to eliminate opioid advisory commission
State Representative Ann Bollin has expressed her opposition to the governor's proposal to dismantle Michigan’s Opioid Advisory Commission. This commission, established in 2022, is responsible for overseeing the allocation of opioid settlement funds and offering expert guidance on combating the state's opioid crisis.
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New caregiver laws in Michigan prompt workforce concerns
State Representative Ann Bollin has expressed significant concerns regarding the implications of Senate Bills 790 and 791, which were signed into law by the governor. These laws now classify caregivers under Michigan’s Home Help Program as public employees for collective bargaining purposes. They mandate attendance at union orientations within 45 days and strongly encourage union membership.
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Rep. Bollin opposes new welfare expansion law in Michigan
State Representative Ann Bollin has expressed her disapproval of Senate Bill 932, recently signed into law by Governor Whitmer. The bill expands taxpayer-funded welfare programs, which Bollin argues exceeds what Michigan families should expect.
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Rep. Bollin criticizes partial restoration of school safety funds
After school groups and parents spent months criticizing the cuts, Democrats returned to session today and unveiled a proposal that restores $125 million of the $302 million they initially cut. State Rep. Ann Bollin voted in favor of the plan but said more needs to be done to prevent schools from making devastating cuts.
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Rep Ann Bollin backs comprehensive educational reform focused on multiple student success pathways
State Rep. Ann Bollin, R-Brighton Township, is supporting a new plan to help Michigan students succeed in school and beyond.
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Rep. Bollin calls for investigation into DHHS child placement failures
State Rep. Ann Bollin, R-Brighton Township, has called upon the House Oversight Committee to hold a hearing to investigate failures of the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS). This request follows concerning findings released by the Office of the Auditor General (OAG) regarding the performance of the department’s Interstate Compact on the Placement of Children.
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Rep. Bollin calls for legislative action after Supreme Court ruling on minimum wage
State Rep. Ann Bollin, R-Brighton Township, issued a statement today in response to a Michigan Supreme Court ruling that will raise the minimum wage and eliminate the tip credit for servers, bartenders, and other workers who often earn more through tips than they would with a higher minimum wage.
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Rep. Bollin opposes new Michigan budget citing misallocated funds
State Rep. Ann Bollin voted against an $82.5 billion state budget plan, citing concerns over the prioritization of pet projects at the expense of essential services for Michigan residents.
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Rep. Bollin opposes bill increasing unemployment benefits duration
State Rep. Ann Bollin today voted against a plan that will increase costs for small businesses throughout Michigan.
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Rep. Bollin opposes House Bill 5803 reallocating teachers' retirement funds
State Rep. Ann Bollin, R-Brighton Township, issued a statement today following her vote against House Bill 5803. The bill proposes reallocating $670 million from Michigan’s public school teachers’ retirement fund, known as MPSERS, to finance other projects. Currently, MPSERS is underfunded by more than $30 billion.
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Rep. Bollin backs bills enhancing veteran mental health services
Rep. Bollin supports mental health services for veterans
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Rep. Bollin opposes changes to Michigan's election recount laws
State Rep. Ann Bollin recently voted against a partisan measure to make significant changes to Michigan’s election recount process.
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Rep. Bollin supports court ruling on Secretary Benson's election guidance
State Rep. Ann Bollin today issued a statement following a Michigan Court of Claims judge's ruling that Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson’s guidance to local clerks regarding signature verification is unconstitutional.
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Rep. Bollin opposes bill placing Michigan into National Popular Vote compact
State Rep. Ann Bollin today reiterated her firm opposition to House Bill 4156, legislation that would place Michigan into the National Popular Vote Interstate Compact.
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Calls grow for stricter oversight of Michigan's redistricting commission spending
The Michigan Independent Citizens Redistricting Commission (MICRC) was established to end partisan gerrymandering but has been criticized for excessive spending and fiscal mismanagement. Since its inception in September 2020, the MICRC has spent over $10 million, including $4,120,000 on various law firms and $1,370,900 on line-drawing consultants whose maps were ruled unconstitutional for disadvantaging Black voters in Detroit. Legal challenges are expected to cost taxpayers an additional $1.8 million.
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Rep. Bollin Proposes Plan to Strengthen Penalties for Legislative Misconduct
State Rep. Ann Bollin has introduced a plan aimed at enhancing accountability among legislators by proposing stricter penalties for unethical behavior and excessive absenteeism. Bollin's House Joint Resolution R would grant the Michigan House and Senate the authority to suspend the salary and expense allowances of any legislator found guilty of unethical conduct or displaying a pattern of excessive absenteeism."Maintaining the trust and confidence of our constituents is paramount," stated Bollin, underscoring the importance of ensuring elected officials fulfill their...
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Rep. Bollin issues statement after redistricting commission reaches settlement over attorney fees
State Rep. Ann Bollin expressed strong criticism following the Michigan Independent Citizens Redistricting Commission's decision to settle over attorney fees rather than pursue the appeal to the U.S. Supreme Court. The commission agreed to pay more than $1.7 million to resolve the costs, prompting Rep. Bollin to voice her concerns regarding the handling of taxpayer funds."The redistricting commission has been treating our tax dollars like Monopoly money. It’s about time this saga of waste and negligence comes to an end," remarked Rep. Ann Bollin, highlighting the...
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Rep. Bollin Proposes Plan to Enhance Accountability in Michigan Government
State Rep. Ann Bollin this week took a significant step toward restoring trust in Michigan’s state government by introducing a plan to curb legislative actions during the often contentious “lame duck” period following elections.Bollin’s proposal, known as House Joint Resolution Q, seeks to amend the Michigan Constitution to mandate a two-thirds majority vote to pass legislation during the lame duck period, which occurs after Election Day in even-numbered years. By requiring this higher threshold for legislative action, Bollin aims to elevate transparency and...
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Rep. Bollin Pushes for Local Road and Election Funding in State Budget
State Rep. Ann Bollin has been actively advocating for the prioritization of funding for local road improvements and election resources. In a recent statement, Bollin emphasized the importance of allocating resources to essential government services, stating, “Prioritizing essential government services such as local road repairs and elections is fundamental. It ensures safe and functional infrastructure while upholding the integrity of our elections, which are the foundation of our democracy.”Bollin, who serves as the minority vice chair of the General Government budget...