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House Republicans urge action on tipped wage worker issues amid legislative standoff

State Representative Ann Bollin, along with other House Republicans, held a press conference to announce their refusal to vote on further bills until Democratic lawmakers address the concerns of Michigan's tipped-wage industry and the earned sick...

By Livingston Today | Dec 14, 2024

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Rep. Ann Bollin backs election reform amendment requiring voter ID

State Representative Ann Bollin has expressed her support for a proposed constitutional amendment aimed at strengthening the integrity of elections in Michigan.

By Livingston Today | Dec 13, 2024

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Bollin and Fink push for review of lame-duck session bill

By Livingston Today | Dec 6, 2024

State Representatives Ann Bollin and Andrew Fink have called on House Committee on Government Operations Chairman Tullio Liberati to review House Joint Resolution Q. This proposed constitutional amendment aims to require a two-thirds legislative...

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Michigan lawmaker criticizes rushed electoral reforms post-election

By Livingston Today | Nov 18, 2024

State Representative Ann Bollin has expressed strong opposition to a series of bills that were expedited through the House Elections Committee, which propose changes to Michigan's election laws.

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Rep. Bollin urges action on wage and sick leave impacts

By Livingston Today | Nov 13, 2024

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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FOIA Request Sent to Livingston County Election Division Regarding Pre-Election Voting Machine Test Reports on October 30, 2024

By Livingston Today | Oct 30, 2024

FOIA Request to Livingston County Election Division Regarding Pre-Election Voting Machine Test Reports on October 30, 2024.

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Michigan lawmaker opposes plan to eliminate opioid advisory commission

By Livingston Today | Oct 10, 2024

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

By Livingston Today | Oct 8, 2024

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

By Livingston Today | Oct 8, 2024

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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House restores partial funding for school safety after previous cuts

By Livingston Today | Sep 26, 2024

The House has voted to restore a portion of the funding for school safety, which had been significantly reduced by Democrat lawmakers at the end of June.

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Rep. Bollin criticizes partial restoration of school safety funds

By Livingston Today | Sep 25, 2024

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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Allegations surface about media's role in concealing Biden's health issues

By Livingston Today | Sep 14, 2024

The recent absence of legislative activity in Lansing has prompted a shift in focus towards national concerns.

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Rep Ann Bollin backs comprehensive educational reform focused on multiple student success pathways

By Livingston Today | Sep 10, 2024

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

By Livingston Today | Aug 26, 2024

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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Lawmaker urges legislative action amid concerns over session inactivity

By Livingston Today | Aug 23, 2024

Lawmakers have not convened since June, following the vote on the 2025 state budget.

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Bezotte reflects on service and future legislative priorities

By Livingston Today | Aug 12, 2024

Losing an election is never easy, as former state representative Bezotte experienced on Tuesday.

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Proposal aims to make Houghton-Douglass Falls a state park

By Livingston Today | Aug 2, 2024

The tallest waterfall in Michigan, Houghton-Douglass Falls, located on the Keweenaw Peninsula in the Upper Peninsula, has been proposed to become a state park.

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Governor Whitmer signs 2025 state budget amid criticism from Rep. Bezotte

By Livingston Today | Jul 31, 2024

Last week, Governor Whitmer signed the 2025 state budget into law.

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Rep. Bollin calls for legislative action after Supreme Court ruling on minimum wage

By Livingston Today | Jul 31, 2024

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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Bezotte urges end to political demonization following attack on Trump

By Livingston Today | Jul 21, 2024

I normally try to keep my comments in this column limited to local issues and things happening at the Capitol in Lansing, but this week I want to talk about the attempted assassination of President Trump and the need to tone down the political...