Senate Republican Priorities
and Achievements

Budget: Right-sizing government and Growing Michigan's Economy

The first step to government's economic recovery is an honest acknowledgement of the crisis. Denial is no longer an option, and reliance on tired old solutions and political rhetoric will not change our fortunes. Staying the course is only going to make matters worse and prolong our journey to the road to recovery. (more)

Elimination of MBT Surcharge

Senate Republicans sent a message this year to Michigan job providers to let them know how important they are to re-energizing our state's economy. We encouraged them to keep their businesses here with our recent passage of a bill to eliminate the onerous Michigan Business Tax surcharge. Senate Bill 1 phases out the 21.99 percent MBT surcharge over a two-year period - cutting the surcharge by half to 11 percent in 2009 and eliminating it by 2010. (more)

Workforce Training and Jobs

With our state's unemployment rate nearly 50 percent higher than the rest of the country, we must do everything we can to help put people back to work and facilitate job creation. Michigan has been in a one-state recession for the past six years and our state's economy is undergoing a change that is fundamental and long lasting. As this process plays out, the need to have a trained and capable workforce will grow and remain a top consideration for employers and entrepreneurs deciding where they want to locate. (more)

Health Care Reforms

Currently, Michigan is home to an estimated 1.1 million residents who do not have health insurance, which is equal to 11.5 percent of the state's population. This number is likely to increase unless the economy improves.

Michigan Senate Republicans understand many residents are afraid that they may not be able to afford health insurance. In the last legislative session we tried to address these concerns before they became an issue for the people of Michigan, but unfortunately, the House did not agree. (more)

Eliminate Bureaucracy

Senate Republicans will continue to do everything to make our state a leader in the nation for job growth. One of the most important factors a business considers when deciding where to locate or expand its operations is the time, cost, and ease of compliance associated with a state's regulatory climate.

Senate Republicans will continue our fight to eliminate bureaucracy and make Michigan an inviting place to do business. We will work with job providers to reform the regulatory structure in Michigan and to put pressure on the administration when the actions of a department are costing us precious jobs. (more)

An Agenda for Strong Schools

Senate Republicans firmly believe that the success of our great state will depend almost entirely on whether Michigan has the kind of education system that provides our children and future generations with the skills to succeed in the fiercely competitive and ever-evolving global economy. Literally and figuratively, we simply cannot afford an education model that has grown out of a 20th century industrial and agrarian society. Just as we must diversify our economy, we must challenge ourselves to innovate and to create a diverse and comprehensive approach to educating our children. We are focused and committed to a long-range plan to build strong schools that reflect a dynamic, efficient and high-performance 21st century learning environment. (more)

Protecting Water and Natural Resources

Michigan's natural resources are one of the state's most valuable assets. It is imperative that they be preserved and protected. Senate Republicans will continue our strong leadership role in protecting our water and our environment.

Efforts to conserve Michigan's natural resources are not new for Senate Republicans. For more than five years, we have been leading the way to develop proactive legislation to protect the Great Lakes, promote alternative energy, and expand recycling in Michigan. (more)

Keeping People in Their Homes

Senate Republicans will take action to ensure families are not taxed out of their homes in these tough economic times.

Property values in Michigan have declined steadily over the past two years. Most homeowners have seen the values of their homes drop 15 percent to 25 percent. Property taxes, however, have actually increased over the same period.

We will lead the charge to fix the constitutional provision that allows property taxes to increase while the value of your home decreases. (more)

Making Neighborhoods Safe

Senate Republicans served on a bipartisan workgroup comprised of members of the governor's administration, the House, and the Council of State Governments (CSG) Justice Center to determine how the state might reduce corrections spending while reinvesting in measures that will make communities safer and stronger. The workgroup produced a bipartisan package of policy options that gives Michigan a real chance to achieve needed cost savings and prevents crime at the same time. (more)

From the Senate Floor

Michigan Senate Republicans Floor Statements

Senator Cropsey refutes false statements by the governor and other democrats that the Senate has not acted on revenue generating legislation for the K12 budget.

Recent Blogs from Senate Republicans

Royal Oak Superintendent Dr. Thomas Moline hit the nail on the head when recently testifying before the Senate Appropriations Committee in support of my resolution urging an override of the governors veto of 20j funding. (read)

Podcasts from Michigan's Senate Republicans

THE JANSEN JOURNAL: IN DEPTH WITH SENATOR MARK C. JANSEN: NOVEMBER 2009 EDITION.

Michigan State Senator Mark Jansen talks with Disability Advocates Jocelyn Dettloff and David Bulkowski about the services they offer disabled persons in Kent County and other areas of Michigan. (Thursday, November 19, 2009)

THE CAPITOL REPORT WITH SENATOR ROGER KAHN M.D.: NOVEMBER 2009 EDITION.

Michigan State Senator Roger Kahn discusses home energy efficiency tips with Tom Begin from Consumers Energy Company. (Friday, November 13, 2009)

LANSING CONNECTION WITH SENATOR NANCY CASSIS: NOVEMBER 2009 EDITION

Michigan State Senator Nancy Cassis discusses Michigan's economic condition with Kathy Hoekstra of the Mackinac Center for Public Policy. (Friday, November 13, 2009)

SENATOR KAHN GIVES HIS LEGISLATIVE UPDATE.

Michigan State Senator Roger Kahn M.D. gives a synopsis of bills upon which he is currently working. (Thursday, November 12, 2009)

THE OFFICIAL SWEARING IN CEREMONY OF SENATOR MICHAEL L. NOFS.

(Tuesday, November 10, 2009)

NEWLY ELECTED SENATOR MICHAEL NOFS GIVES HIS OPENING REMARKS TO THE FULL SENATE BODY.

(Tuesday, November 10, 2009)

SENATE MAJORITY LEADER MICHAEL BISHOP WELCOMES SENATOR MICHAEL NOFS TO THE SENATE.

(Tuesday, November 10, 2009)

SENATOR RICHARDVILLE COMMENTS ON LEGISLATION TO PROTECT THE HONOR OF SERVICE MEN AND WOMEN.

Michigan State Senator Randy Richardville sponsored Senate Bills 949 and 950 to increase penalties for the destruction of war memorials and falsifying service in the armed forces for personal gain. (Tuesday, November 10, 2009)

SENATOR CROPSEY REFUTES FALSE STATEMENTS BY THE GOVERNOR AND OTHER DEMOCRATS THAT THE SENATE HAS NOT ACTED ON REVENUE GENERATING LEGISLATION FOR THE K12 BUDGET.

Michigan State Senator Alan Cropsey cites that the Senate sent the House bills that would raise $100 million in new revenues for K12 funding without depleting the remaining stimulus money which would leave the K12 budget short $450 million in 2011. (Tuesday, November 10, 2009)

SENATOR HARDIMAN GIVES TRIBUTE TO THE LATE REV. LYMAN PARKS.

Senator Hardiman gives tribute to the late Rev. Lyman Parks. (Thursday, November 05, 2009)

SENATOR KAHN COMMENTS ON LEGISLATION TO INCREASE PENALTIES FOR CERTAIN CRIMES AGAINST VETERANS.

Michigan State Senator Roger Kahn M.D. is cosponsoring Senate Bills 949 and 950. These bills increase penalties for defacing a war monument and falsely impersonating a veteran for personal gain. (Thursday, November 05, 2009)

SENATOR KAHN COMMENTS THE GOVERNOR'S VETO OF FUNDING FOR A PROGRAM TO DETECT FELONS WHO ARE ILLEGALLY RECEIVING WELFARE IN MICHIGAN.

Michigan State Senator Roger Kahn M.D. had fought for $250,000 to help link State Police computers with Department of Human Services computers. The governor vetoed the funds for the linking that would help identify felons who are illegally receiving welfare. It is estimated that nearly $50 million is being given to felons and fugitives. (Thursday, November 05, 2009)

SENATOR CASSIS GIVES HER NO VOTE EXPLANATION FOR SENATE BILLS 500 AND 501.

Senator Cassis gives her No Vote explanation for Senate Bills 500 and 501. (Thursday, November 05, 2009)

SENATOR COMMENTS ON SENATE RESOLUTION 93 WHICH INTRODUCES SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGY WEEK IN MICHIGAN, NOVEMBER 9-13.

Senator comments on Senate Resolution 93 which introduces School Psychology Week in Michigan, November 9-13. (Thursday, November 05, 2009)

SENATE MAJORITY LEADER MIKE BISHOP WELCOMES SENATOR ELECT MIKE NOFS TO THE SENATE.

Senate Majority Leader Mike Bishop welcomes Senator Elect Mike Nofs to the Senate. (Wednesday, November 04, 2009)

SENATOR JASON ALLEN ON WTCM'S NORTHERN MICHIGAN FOCUS

Senator Allen's interview with WTCM Radio - Northern Michigan Focus (Friday, October 30, 2009)

SENATOR KAHN DISCUSSES SENATE BILL 649.

Michigan State Senator Roger Kahn M.D. introduced the legislation after the enactment of the constitutional stem cell proposition to ensure the long standing physician's practice of informed consent regarding and procedures involving embryos. (Thursday, October 29, 2009)

SENATOR ALLEN COMMENTS ON HOUSE BILL 4995: A BILL TO REQUIRE THE STATE TO INCLUDE THE UPPER PENINSULA IN ALL STATE PRODUCED MARKETING MATERIALS, SIGNAGE AND PUBLICATIONS.

Senator Allen comments on House Bill 4995: a bill to require the state to include the upper peninsula in all state produced marketing materials, signage and publications. (Thursday, October 29, 2009)

SENATOR NANCY CASSIS SPEAKS WITH WJR'S FRANK BECKMANN

Senator Nancy Cassis appears on Frank Beckmann's program. (Wednesday, October 28, 2009)

SENATOR ALLEN CONTINUES HIS SUPPORT FOR CONTINUED FUNDING FOR MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION PROGRAMS.

Michigan State Senator Jason Allen remains dedicated to these programs despite possible veto of funding by the governor. (Wednesday, October 28, 2009)

SENATOR CASSIS SPEAKS ON SENATE RESOLUTION 92.

Senator Cassis speaks on Senate Resolution 92. (Wednesday, October 28, 2009)

SENATOR CASSIS GIVES A NO VOTE EXPLANATION FOR SENATE BILL 608.

Senator Cassis gives a No Vote explanation for Senate Bill 608. (Tuesday, October 27, 2009)

SENATOR JASON ALLEN ON WTCM'S NORTHERN MICHIGAN FOCUS

Senator Allen's interview with WTCM Radio - Northern Michigan Focus (Thursday, October 22, 2009)

SENATOR KAHN INTRODUCES LEGISLATION TO CUT DOWN ON MEDICAID FRAUD.

Michigan State Senator Roger Kahn M.D. is sponsoring the bill create the Office of Medicaid Inspector General to investigate fraudulent claims that could be as much as 10% of the Medicaid budget. (Thursday, October 22, 2009)

SENATOR MCMANUS DEFENDS MICHIGAN'S AGRICULTURE INDUSTRY AGAINST THE GOVERNOR'S CONSTANT ASSAULT ON ONE OF THE MOST PROFITABLE INDUSTRIES STILL THRIVING IN THE STATE.

Michigan State Senator Michelle McManus calls for the governor rescind her order of yet another government takeover: to politicize the appointment process for the Commissioner of Agriculture. The appointment has always been protected from politics until the governor's recent Executive Order. (Thursday, October 22, 2009)

SENATE MAJORITY LEADER MIKE BISHOP RESPONDS TO THE GOVERNOR'S VETO OF NEARLY $52 MILLION FROM THE SCHOOL AID BUDGET ON NEWSRADIO WWJ IN DETROIT.

Michigan State Senator Michael Bishop is interviewed by Joe Donovan and Roberta Jasina on the governor's veto and her accusation that he has not moved legislation to provide $100 million in new revenue for public schools. The revenue legislation to which she refers was passed by the Senate last week and sits awaiting action in the house. (Tuesday, October 20, 2009)

SENATOR CROPSEY RESPONDS TO ACCUSATIONS THAT REPUBLICANS REFUSE TO ADEQUATELY FUND K12 EDUCATION.

Michigan State Senator Alan Cropsey reminds the complaining democrat senator that they voted no on an income tax increase sponsored by their caucus that could have generated revenue to fix the very budget shortfalls about which they repeatedly complain. (Tuesday, October 20, 2009)

SENATOR PAPPAGEORGE COMMENTS ON THE GOVERNOR'S VETO OF NEARLY $52 MILLION IN 20J FUNDING FROM THE K12 BUDGET.

Michigan State Senator John Pappageorge describes his frustration of the governor's inability to understand Proposal A even after 7 years in office as governor. (Tuesday, October 20, 2009)

SENATOR MCMANUS SPEAKS AT A PRESS CONFERENCE COMMEMORATING NATIONAL TEEN DRIVER SAFETY WEEK.

Michigan State Senator Michelle McManus introduced Senate Bill 441 which prohibits drivers under age 18 with a level two driver license from having more than one minor as a passenger in the vehicle. (Tuesday, October 20, 2009)

SENATOR JASON ALLEN'S WEEKLY INTERVIEW ON WKNW, SAULT STE. MARIE

Senator Jason Allen's Weekly Interview on WKNW, Talk Radio 1400 in Sault Ste. Marie Morning Show with Paul "Junior" VanWagoner. (Tuesday, October 20, 2009)

SENATOR JASON ALLEN ON WTCM'S NORTHERN MICHIGAN FOCUS

Senator Allen's interview with WTCM Radio - Northern Michigan Focus. (Thursday, October 15, 2009)

SENATOR KAHN COMMENTS ON SENATE BILL 501.

Michigan State Senator Roger Kahn M.D. sponsored the bill to add plants that are vacated, but immediately usable, to the list of properties eligible for economic development tax abatements. (Thursday, October 15, 2009)

SENATOR CASSIS COMMENTS FOR A 2ND TIME ON HOUSE BILL 4922.

Senator Cassis comments for a 2nd time on House Bill 4922. (Thursday, October 15, 2009)

SENATOR CASSIS COMMENTS ON HOUSE BILL 4922.

Senator Cassis comments on House Bill 4922. (Thursday, October 15, 2009)

SENATOR CASSIS COMMENTS ON SENATE BILL 774.

Senator Cassis comments on Senate Bill 774. (Thursday, October 15, 2009)

SENATOR CASSIS COMMENTS ON SENATE BILL 71.

Senator Cassis comments on Senate Bill 71. (Thursday, October 15, 2009)

SENATOR CASSIS COMMENTS ON SENATE BILL 70.

Senator Cassis comments on Senate Bill 70. (Thursday, October 15, 2009)

SENATOR JASON ALLEN'S WEEKLY INTERVIEW ON WKNW, SAULT STE. MARIE

Senator Jason Allen's Weekly Interview on WKNW, Talk Radio 1400 in Sault Ste. Marie Morning Show with Paul "Junior" VanWagoner. (Tuesday, October 13, 2009)

SENATOR CASSIS COMMENTS ON SENATE BILL 884: LEGISLATION TO CREATE A PERIOD OF TAX AMNESTY FOR MICHIGAN RESIDENTS.

Senator Cassis comments on Senate Bill 884: legislation to create a period of tax amnesty for Michigan residents. (Tuesday, October 13, 2009)

MICHIGAN SENATE MAJORITY LEADER MIKE BISHOP AND SENATOR JASON ALLEN SHARE THEIR INSIGHT ON THE PROGRESS OF THE STATE BUDGET ON "MPS IN THE MORNING"

Senators Bishop and Allen share their insight on the progress of the state budget. (Friday, October 09, 2009)

SENATOR CASSIS SPEAKS AGAIST THE RICHARDVILLE AMENDMENT TO SENATE BILL 838.

Senator Cassis speaks agaist the Richardville Amendment to Senate Bill 838. (Friday, October 09, 2009)

SENATOR CASSIS REMINDS THE SENATE ONCE AGAIN THAT SENATE BILL 1, LEGISLATION THAT WOULD REPEAL THE ONEROUS SURCHARGE ON THE MBT PASSED THE SENATE AND HAS LANGUISHED IN THE HOUSE SINCE JANUARY.

Senator Cassis reminds the Senate once again that Senate Bill 1, legislation that would repeal the onerous surcharge on the MBT passed the Senate and has languished in the House since January. (Thursday, October 08, 2009)

SENATOR MCMANUS SPEAKS IN OPPOSITION TO CERTAIN PROVISIONS OF THE GOVERNOR'S EXECUTIVE ORDER 49.

Michigan State Senator Michelle McManus opposes the elimination of citizens commissions that help to guide department policy in areas such as the state parks commission and snow mobile advisory commission. The EO also politicizes the appointment of the department head by removing that decision form the Natural Resources Commission. (Thursday, October 08, 2009)

SENATOR BROWN GIVES A STATEMENT BEFORE THE SENATE IN RESPONSE TO THE GOVERNOR'S RECENT CLAIM THAT IF TAXES ARE NOT INCREASED THEN MICHIGAN WILL BECOME MISSISSIPPI.

Michigan State Senator Cameron Brown reminds the Senate that Mississippi's unemployment rate is 9.5% while Michigan's is currently at 15.2%. Senator Brown also cites the recent drop in Michigan's GDP by 1.5% while that of Mississippi increased 1.7%. (Thursday, October 08, 2009)

SENATOR MAJORITY LEADER MIKE BISHOP'S TRUTHFUL SYNOPSIS OF LAST WEEK'S BUDGET PROCESS: PART TWO.

Michigan State Senator Michael Bishop describes in part 2 of this interview the agreements with the Speaker of the House and the governor's attempted derailment of the process. (Wednesday, October 07, 2009)

SENATOR JANSEN GIVES DETAILS OF LEGISLATION THAT WILL HELP PREVENT THE SHUT OFF OF UTILITIES IN MICHIGAN HOMES.

Michigan State Senator Mark Jansen sponsored a bill in this package that helps keep people with medical need from having their heat shut off. (Wednesday, October 07, 2009)

SENATOR PAPPAGEORGE EXPLAINS PART OF A PACKAGE OF BILLS DESIGNED TO HELP PEOPLE FOR BEING LEFT IN THE COLD DUE TO A SHUT OFF OR THEIR UTILITIES.

Michigan State Senator John Pappageorge cites part of the problem is that not all parties involved are fully aware of each situation or of the options by which shut offs can be avoided. (Wednesday, October 07, 2009)

SENATOR RICHARDVILLE SPEAKS ON A PACKAGE OF BILLS HE HELPED SPONSORED THAT HELPS VULNERABLE CITIZENS FORM SUFFERING A HEAT SHUT OFF.

Michigan State Senator Randy Richardville authored one of the bills in this package that gives people in financial trouble options other than having their heat shut off. (Wednesday, October 07, 2009)

SENATOR KAHN COMMENTS ON LEGISLATION TO POSTPONE THE SHUT OFF OF UTILITIES IN CASES WHEN A SHUT OFF CAN BE HARMFUL TO PEOPLE IN A HOME.

Michigan State Senator Roger Kahn M.D. cites the death of an elderly man who had the funds to pay his bill but did not know he was behind in payments. (Wednesday, October 07, 2009)

MAJORITY LEADER MIKE BISHOP ON "MPS IN THE MORNING"

Michigan's Senate Majority Leader Mike Bishop joins John Truscott on "MPS in the Morning" (Tuesday, October 06, 2009)

SENATOR WAYNE KUIPERS APPEARS ON FRANK BECKMANN'S PROGRAM AND SPEAKS ABOUT EXEMPTING MICHIGAN RESIDENTS FROM BEING FORCED INTO A NATIONALIZED HEALTH CARE PLAN.

Michigan State Senator Wayne Kuipers on WJR's Frank Beckmann's program speaking about a constitutional amendment exempting Michigan residents from being forced into a nationalized health care plan. (Tuesday, October 06, 2009)

SENATOR JASON ALLEN'S WEEKLY INTERVIEW ON WKNW, SAULT STE. MARIE

Senator Jason Allen's Weekly Interview on WKNW, Talk Radio 1400 in Sault Ste. Marie Morning Show with Paul "Junior" VanWagoner. (Tuesday, October 06, 2009)

SENATOR JASON ALLEN'S WEEKLY INTERVIEW ON WKNW, SAULT STE. MARIE

Senator Jason Allen's Weekly Interview on WKNW, Talk Radio 1400 in Sault Ste. Marie Morning Show with Paul "Junior" VanWagoner. (Friday, October 02, 2009)

SENATOR JASON ALLEN ON WTCM'S NORTHERN MICHIGAN FOCUS

Senator Allen's interview with WTCM Radio - Northern Michigan Focus. (Thursday, October 01, 2009)

SENATE MAJORITY LEADER MIKE BISHOP GIVES THE TRUTHFUL SYNOPSIS OF THIS YEAR'S BUDGET PROCESS.

Michigan State Senator Michael Bishop describes the agreements with the Speaker of the House and the governor's attempted derailment of the process. (Thursday, October 01, 2009)

SENATOR KAHN COMMENTS ON PASSAGE OF SENATE BILL 785.

Michigan State Senator Roger Kahn M.D. explains how SB 785 will help put a stop to the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality over stepping its authority with regard to wetlands. (Thursday, October 01, 2009)

SENATOR WAYNE KUIPERS: "HALLOWEEN SAFETY" PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT.

Senator Wayne Kuipers: "Halloween Safety" public service announcement. (Thursday, October 01, 2009)

MICHIGAN SENATE MAJORITY LEADER MIKE BISHOP AND SENATOR JASON ALLEN SHARE THEIR INSIGHT ON THE PROGRESS OF THE STATE BUDGET ON "MPS IN THE MORNING"

Senators Bishop and Allen share their insight on the progress of the state budget. (Wednesday, September 30, 2009)

SENATE MAJORITY LEADER MICHAEL BISHOP RESPONDS TO OBJECTIONS BY DEMOCRATS FOR ALLOWING A VOTE ON A BILL SUBMITTED BY SENATE DEMOCRATS TO INCREASE THE MICHIGAN INCOME TAX FROM 4.35% TO 4.8%.

After Democrats withheld votes to grant immediate effect to several budgets bills, bringing the state closer to shut down, Michigan State Senator Michael Bishop gave Democrats the opportunity to vote for $800 million in tax increases they proposed in Senate Bill 798. (Wednesday, September 30, 2009)

SENATOR PATTERSON EXPLAINS WHY HE MUST VOTE NO ON THE DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY HEALTH BUDGET.

Senator Patterson explains why he must vote no on the Department of Community Health budget. (Wednesday, September 30, 2009)

SENATOR PAPPAGEORGE COMMENTS ON THE DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY HEALTH BUDGET AS PASSED BY THE LEGISLATURE.

Michigan State Senator John Pappageorge describes the importance of working with the money available rather than asking the people of Michigan for more of their money to fund more state services at a time when all are hurting. (Wednesday, September 30, 2009)

SENATOR KAHN COMMENTS ON THE BUDGET FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY HEALTH THAT PASSED THE LEGISLATURE TODAY.

Michigan State Senator Roger Kahn M.D., chair of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on DCH, cites a number of services that have been preserved in light of limited state revenues. (Wednesday, September 30, 2009)

SENATOR BROWN SPEAKS AGAINST THE PURCHASE OF THE PROPOSED STATE POLICE BUILDING IN THE MICHIGAN STATE POLICE BUDGET.

Michigan State Senator Cameron Brown has vehemently opposed the construction, lease or purchase of this building since its conception claiming the building is a "boondoggle" for Michigan tax payers. (Wednesday, September 30, 2009)

SENATOR ALAN CROPSEY ON MICHIGAN TALK NETWORK'S "MPS IN THE MORNING"

Senator Cropsey gives his thoughts on the proposal to move Guantanamo prisoners to Standish, Michigan. (Tuesday, September 29, 2009)

SENATOR KAHN COMMENTS ON THIS YEARS DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES BUDGET.

Michigan State Senator Roger Kahn M.D. is responsible for parts of the DHS budget that help to make sure the limited available funds dollars allocated wisely. (Tuesday, September 29, 2009)

SENATOR HARDIMAN GIVES A SYNOPSIS OF THE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES BUDGET AS PASSED BY THE SENATE.

Michigan State Senator Bill Hardiman is chair of the Senate appropriations subcommittee on the Department of Human Services. (Tuesday, September 29, 2009)

SENATE MAJORITY LEADER MICHAEL BISHOP EMPHASIZES THE NEED FOR A CONTINUATION BUDGET SHOULD THE HOUSE FAIL TO PASS THEIR VERSION OF A BUDGET BY THE CONSTITUTIONAL DEADLINE.

Michigan State Senator Mike Bishop refutes ridiculous accusations by Senate Democrats that members simply want the weekend off. He reminds Democrats that the Senate Republicans passed its budget on June 26 while the Democrats introduced no legislation whatsoever of their own prior to the week of September 14; and then offered only tax increases. (Friday, September 25, 2009)

SENATOR JANSEN REACTS TO FALSE STATEMENTS MADE ON THE SENATE FLOOR DURING THE DEBATE ON THE CONTINUATION BUDGET.

Michigan State Senator Mark Jansen defends the need to have a continuation budget in place as a back up should the House fail to pass budgets and questions why Democrats would rather shut down government than offer productive solutions. (Friday, September 25, 2009)

SENATOR CROPSEY EXPLAINS THE PRUDENCE OF A CONTINUATION BUDGET TO DEMOCRATS ON THE SENATE FLOOR.

Michigan State Senator Alan Cropsey notes their political rhetoric while offering no contribution to a real budget solution. (Friday, September 25, 2009)

SENATOR JASON ALLEN ON WTCM'S NORTHERN MICHIGAN FOCUS

Senator Allen's interview with WTCM Radio - Northern Michigan Focus. (Tuesday, September 22, 2009)

SENATOR CASSIS GIVES A STATEMENT ON THE REPEAL OF THE SURCHARGE ON THE MICHIGAN BUSINESS TAX. THE HOUSE HAS TAKEN NO ACTION ON LEGISLATION TO REPEAL THE MBT SURCHARGE FOR 230 DAYS SINCE THE SENATE PASSED THE REPEAL AND SENT IT TO THE LOWER CHAMBER.

Senator Cassis gives a statement on the repeal of the surcharge on the Michigan Business Tax. The House has taken no action on legislation to repeal the MBT surcharge for 230 days since the Senate passed the repeal and sent it to the lower chamber. (Thursday, September 17, 2009)

SENATE MAJORITY LEADER MICHAEL BISHOP ADDRESSES THE SENATE ON THE STATE OF THE BUDGET PROCESS.

Michigan State Senator Michael Bishop urges Senate members to all participate in the budget process in a positive manner and that casting stones from the sidelines can only hurt the citizens of Michigan by slowing the process down further. (Thursday, September 17, 2009)

SENATOR KAHN COMMENTS ON SENATE BILL 722.

Michigan State Senator Roger Kahn M.D. sponsored the bill to require medical treatment facilities to immunize vulnerable segments of the population against illnesses such as the Swine Flu. (Thursday, September 17, 2009)

SENATOR PATTERSON COMMENTS ON SENATE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION 4.

Michigan State Senator Bruce Patterson sponsored this Resolution to remind the U.S. Congress that the federal government is limited by the enumerated powers stated in the U.S. Constitution and given it by "We the people." (Thursday, September 17, 2009)

SENATOR GEORGE COMMENTS ON THE RECENT BUDGET TARGET AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE HOUSE AND THE SENATE.

Michigan State Senator Tom George M.D. discusses the agreement in light of SCR21 which he sponsored to avoid letting the budget process take this long in future years. (Thursday, September 17, 2009)

CAPITOL COMMENTS WITH SENATOR WAYNE KUIPERS: SEPTEMBER 2009 EDITION

Michigan State Senator Wayne Kuipers interviews Senate Fiscal Agency Senior Economist Jay Wortley and Ottawa County agricultural entrepreneurs Paul Vander Heide and Etta Post. (Thursday, September 17, 2009)

SENATOR GEORGE DESCRIBES THE SUBSTANCE OF SENATE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION 21.

Michigan State Senator Tom George M.D. speaks on behalf of his Resolution that requires the legislature to complete its budget target process by June 1 and also requires both houses to identify revenue sources for all expenditures within the budget proposals. The object of the resolution is to remove partisan politics for the budget. (Wednesday, September 16, 2009)

SENATOR RICHARDVILLE COMMENTS ON SENATE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION 21.

Michigan State Senator Randy Richardville speaks on behalf of the Resolution that requires the legislature to complete its budget process by June 1 and also requires both houses to identify revenue sources for all expenditures within the budget proposals. The object of the resolution is to remove partisan politics for the budget. (Wednesday, September 16, 2009)

SENATOR CASSIS GIVES A MEMORIAL STATEMENT ON BEHALF OF FORMER STATE REPRESENTATIVE GLORIA SCHERMESSER.

Senator Cassis gives a memorial statement on behalf of former State Representative Gloria Schermesser. (Tuesday, September 15, 2009)

SENATOR ALLEN'S HALLOWEEN SAFETY PSA.

Senator Allen's Halloween Safety PSA. (Tuesday, September 15, 2009)

LANSING CONNECTION WITH SENATOR NANCY CASSIS.

Michigan State Senator Nancy Cassis discusses the state of Michigan's economy, the need for transparency the spending of state dollars and the impact of refundable tax credits. (Tuesday, September 15, 2009)

SENATOR TOM GEORGE ON THE MICHIGAN TALK RADIO NETWORK'S "MPS IN THE MORNING" PROGRAM

Senator George joins the program to discuss both surgery and the state budget. (Monday, September 14, 2009)

THE RICHARDVILLE REPORT WITH SENATOR RANDY RICHARDVILLE: SEPTEMBER 2009 EDITORIAL.

Michigan State Senator Randy Richardville talks with Robyn Lott of the Michigan Education Trust and Renee Hill of the Michigan Education Savings Program on how to prepare and save for college. (Monday, September 14, 2009)

SENATE MAJORITY LEADER MICHAEL BISHOP'S PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT INTRODUCING MICHIGAN PATRIOT WEEK.

Michigan State Senator Michael Bishop sponsored and the Michigan Senate passed Senate Resolution 72 on August 18, 2009. This resolution designates September 11th - 17th each year as Michigan Patriot Week. September 17th is Constitution Day. During this week, citizens are encourages to remember those who have fallen for our country and to read and share with family and friends the Constitution, the Declaration of Independence and other documents that spell out the liberty we enjoy as a free nation. (Friday, September 11, 2009)

SENATOR CASSIS ADDRESSES THE SENATE ON SENATE BILL 773.

Senator Cassis addresses the Senate on Senate Bill 773. (Thursday, September 10, 2009)

SENATOR CASSIS ADVISES AGAINST PASSAGE OF AMENDMENT 1 TO SENATE BILL 773.

Senator Cassis advises against passage of Amendment 1 to Senate Bill 773. (Thursday, September 10, 2009)

SENATOR CASSIS ASKS HER COLLEAGUES TO VOTE DOWN AMENDMENT 2 TO SENATE BILL 773.

Senator Cassis asks her colleagues to vote down Amendment 2 to Senate Bill 773. (Thursday, September 10, 2009)

SENATOR CASSIS URGES A NO VOTE ON AMENDMENT 3 TO SENATE BILL 773.

Senator Cassis urges a no Vote on Amendment 3 to Senate Bill 773. (Thursday, September 10, 2009)

SENATOR CASSIS EXPRESSES HER OPPOSITION TO AMENDMENT 4 ON SENATE BILL 773.

Senator Cassis expresses her opposition to Amendment 4 on Senate Bill 773. (Thursday, September 10, 2009)

SENATOR CASSIS COMMENTS ON SENATE BILL 777.

Senator Cassis Comments on Senate Bill 777. (Thursday, September 10, 2009)

SENATOR CASSIS GIVES A STATEMENT ON THE SENATE FLOOR REGARDING MEGA, MEDC AND OVERALL FINANCIAL TRANSPARENCY.

Senator Cassis gives a statement on the Senate Floor regarding MEGA, MEDC and overall financial transparency. (Thursday, September 10, 2009)

SENATOR BROWN OFFER SENATE RESOLUTION 77: A RESOLUTION ASKING CONGRESS TO ABANDON PURSUIT OF CAP AND TRADE POLICY.

Michigan State Senator Cameron Brown states that this economically unsound policy will only cap growth and trade away jobs. (Thursday, September 10, 2009)

SENATOR KAHN GIVES A STATEMENT URGING THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ACT RESPONSIBLY TO COMPLETE THE STATE'S BUDGET PROCESS.

Michigan State Senator Roger Kahn M.D. sites Senate passage of its version of the budget in June as the correct example of willingness to make the tough decisions and urges the House should step up to its duty. (Thursday, September 10, 2009)

SENATOR KAHN ANNOUNCE LEGISLATION TO GIVE HOME OWNERS NEW TOOLS TO HELP APPEAL PROPERTY TAX INCREASES.

Michigan State Senator Roger Kahn M.D. offers these bills as home values decrease while property taxes rise. (Thursday, September 10, 2009)

SENATOR TOM GEORGE ON THE MICHIGAN TALK RADIO NETWORK'S "MPS IN THE MORNING" PROGRAM

An in depth look at state budget negotiations. (Wednesday, September 09, 2009)

SENATOR ROGER KAHN ON THE MICHIGAN TALK RADIO NETWORK'S "MPS IN THE MORNING" PROGRAM

An in-depth look at the state budget negotiations. (Wednesday, September 09, 2009)

SENATOR JASON ALLEN ON THE MICHIGAN TALK NETWORK

An in-depth look at the state budget negotiations. (Wednesday, September 09, 2009)

SENATOR CASSIS MAKES A STATEMENT ON THE SENATE FLOOR ON THE GOVERNOR'S RECENT PROPOSAL TO RAISE TAXES.

Senator Cassis makes a Statement on the Senate Floor on the Governor's recent proposal to raise taxes. (Wednesday, September 09, 2009)

SENATOR CASSIS COMMENTS ON SENATE BILL 774.

Senator Cassis comments on Senate Bill 774. (Wednesday, September 09, 2009)

SENATOR JASON ALLEN ON THE MICHIGAN TALK NETWORK

Senator Allen talks about tourism iniatives he is involved with. (Wednesday, September 02, 2009)

CURRENT EVENTS WITH SENATOR TOM GEORGE: SEPTEMBER 2009 EDITION.

Michigan State Senator Tom George interviews Bill Finch: the Award winning Master Decorative Painter of the Michigan State Capitol. (Tuesday, September 01, 2009)

SENATOR CAMERON BROWN TALKS TO WJR'S PAUL W. SMITH ABUT SAVING THE MICHIGAN CENTRAL DEPOT.

Michigan State Senator Cameron Brown tells Paul W. Smith the Homeland Security and Emerging Technologies Committee is exploring the possibility of renovating the Michigan Central Depot in Detroit. (Tuesday, September 01, 2009)

NORTHERN MICHIGAN UPDATE WITH SENATOR JASON ALLEN: SEPTEMBER 2009 EDITION.

Michigan State Senator Jason Allen discusses ways to save for college with Michigan Education Savings Program's Marc Speiser and Michigan Education Trust's Robyn Lott. (Tuesday, September 01, 2009)

SENATOR JASON ALLEN'S WEEKLY INTERVIEW ON WKNW, SAULT STE. MARIE

Senator Jason Allen's Weekly Interview on WKNW, Talk Radio 1400 in Sault Ste. Marie Morning Show with Paul "Junior" VanWagoner. (Monday, August 31, 2009)

SENATOR CASSIS EXPLAINS TO THE SENATE THAT AWARDING MORE CREDITS TO MEGA AND MEDC WITHOUT NEEDED OVERSIGHT AND TRANSPARENCY COULD LEAD TO A REPEAT OF WHAT HAPPENED WITH QUICKEN LOANS.

Michigan State Senator Nancy Cassis reminds Senate members across the aisle that Quicken Loans received millions in extra MEGA credits it should not have received. (Thursday, August 27, 2009)

SENATOR KAHN COMMENTS ON LEGISLATION HE'LL INTRODUCE TO ALLOW LAW ABIDING CITIZENS TO HAVE LEGALLY REGISTERED UNLOADED FIREARMS LOCKED IN THEIR PERSONAL VEHICLES WHILE AT WORK AND DURING TRANSPORT TO OTHER DESIGNATED LOCATIONS.

Senator Kahn comments on legislation he'll introduce to allow law abiding citizens to have legally registered unloaded firearms locked in their personal vehicles while at work and during transport to other designated locations. (Thursday, August 27, 2009)

SENATOR BROWN EXPLAINS SENATE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION 18 WHICH DISAPPROVES THE GOVERNOR'S EXECUTIVE ORDER 2009-36 WHICH ELIMINATES THE MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF HISTORY ARTS AND LIBRARIES (HAL).

Michigan State Senator Cameron Brown supports legislation passed in the Senate today that would move all functions of HAL to the Department of Secretary of State keeping all HAL functions under one state department better preserving Michigan's historical heritage. (Thursday, August 27, 2009)

SENATOR PATTERSON CORRECTS ANOTHER SENATOR WHO INACCURATELY CLAIMED THAT IT IS UNCONSTITUTIONAL TO OVER RIDE A SITTING GOVERNOR'S EXECUTIVE ORDER.

Michigan State Senator Bruce Patterson cites Michigan Constitution Article 5, Section 2 in that the Governor must submit Executive Orders to the Legislature who then has 60 days to act to approve or disapprove the Order. (Thursday, August 27, 2009)

SENATOR GEORGE DEFENDS SENATE REPUBLICAN LEGISLATION OPPOSING THE GOVERNOR'S EXECUTIVE ORDER TO ABOLISH THE MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF HISTORY ARTS AND LIBRARIES (HAL).

Michigan State Senator Tom George M.D. explains that closing the of HAL will do very little to help right the state from its $1.2 billion budget deficit and will only damage the stewardship of our state's historic treasures. (Thursday, August 27, 2009)

SENATOR JASON ALLEN'S SCHOOL BUS SAFETY PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT.

Senator Jason Allen's School Bus Safety public service announcement. (Wednesday, August 26, 2009)

SENATOR KAHN DISCUSSES HEALTHCARE ON WJR

Senator Kahn discusses healthcare issues with WJR's Frank Beckmann. (Monday, August 24, 2009)

SENATOR JASON ALLEN ON WTCM'S NORTHERN MICHIGAN FOCUS

Senator Allen's interview with WTCM Radio - Northern Michigan Focus. (Thursday, August 20, 2009)

SENATOR GEORGE SPEAKS AT A PRESS CONFERENCE AT MOTOR CITY BLIGHT BUSTERS IN DETROIT TO ANNOUNCE LEGISLATION THAT WILL AID THE CITY IN IMPROVING AND TRANSFORMING BLIGHTED PROPERTIES.

Michigan State Senator Tom George will soon introduce bills to create a Detroit/Wayne County Redevelopment Authority. The authority wold have broad powers to turn vacant property parcels within the city into productive useful property that improves local communities and helps local families. (Thursday, August 20, 2009)

SENATOR KAHN INTRODUCES LEGISLATION TO PROTECT CREDIT CARD HOLDERS.

Michigan State Senator Roger Kahn M.D. is introducing the bill in response to a recent trend by credit card companies that are charging card holders an inactivity fee for not using their cards. (Wednesday, August 19, 2009)

SENATOR JASON ALLEN'S WEEKLY INTERVIEW ON WKNW, SAULT STE. MARIE

Senator Jason Allen's Weekly Interview on WKNW, Talk Radio 1400 in Sault Ste. Marie Morning Show with Paul "Junior" VanWagoner. (Tuesday, August 18, 2009)

PUBLIC TESTIMONY BEFORE THE SENATE JUDICIARY COMMITTEE REGARDING SENATE RESOLUTION 17 AND SENATE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION 4.

Testimony regarding Senator Patterson's Senate Resolution 17 and Senate Concurrent Resolution 4 affirming Michigan's sovereignty under the Tenth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution. (Tuesday, August 18, 2009)

SENATOR CASSIS IS INTERVIEWED BY WLNS ON THE STATUS OF A POSSIBLE CAP ON FILM COMPANY TAX CREDITS IN MICHIGAN.

Senator Cassis is interviewed by WLNS on the status of a possible cap on film company tax credits in Michigan. (Tuesday, August 18, 2009)

SENATOR CASSIS ON WDET RADIO'S "DETROIT TODAY" PROGRAM REGARDING FILM CREDITS.

Michigan State Senator Nancy Senator Cassis on WDET Radio's "Detroit Today" program regarding film credits. (Monday, August 17, 2009)

SENATOR JASON ALLEN ON WTCM'S NORTHERN MICHIGAN FOCUS

Senator Allen's interview with WTCM Radio - Northern Michigan Focus. (Thursday, August 13, 2009)

SENATOR KAHN SPEAKS ON COMING LEGISLATION TO IMPROVE ELECTIONS IN MICHIGAN.

Michigan State Senator Roger Kahn M.D. unveils legislation he's working on to ensure that ballots cast by active duty service men and women are legally counted and cutting costs of elections through consolidation. (Thursday, August 13, 2009)

SENATOR JASON ALLEN'S WEEKLY INTERVIEW ON WKNW, SAULT STE. MARIE

Senator Jason Allen's Weekly Interview on WKNW, Talk Radio 1400 in Sault Ste. Marie Morning Show with Paul "Junior" VanWagoner. (Tuesday, August 11, 2009)

SENATOR JASON ALLEN ON WTCM'S NORTHERN MICHIGAN FOCUS

Senator Allen's interview with WTCM Radio - Northern Michigan Focus. (Thursday, August 06, 2009)

SENATOR WAYNE KUIPERS: SCHOOL BUS SAFETY PSA

Senator Wayne Kuipers: School Bus safety PSA (Thursday, August 06, 2009)

SENATOR JASON ALLEN ON MICHIGAN TALK NETWORK'S "MPS IN THE MORNING" PROGRAM

Senator Allen and Paul Long, Vice President for Public Policy - Michigan Catholic Conference, talk about the importance of halting budget cuts to programs that benefit the state's poor population. (Wednesday, August 05, 2009)

SENATOR JASON ALLEN'S WEEKLY INTERVIEW ON WKNW, SAULT STE. MARIE

Senator Jason Allen's Weekly Interview on WKNW, Talk Radio 1400 in Sault Ste. Marie Morning Show with Paul "Junior" VanWagoner. (Tuesday, August 04, 2009)

SENATOR CASSIS IS INTERVIEWED BY CNS RADIO NETWORK CONCERNING THE MACKINAC CENTER FOR PUBLIC POLICY REPORT THAT CITES A LACK OF PUBLIC TRANSPARENCY BY THE MICHIGAN ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION WITH RESPECT TO ITS IMPACT ON JOBS IN THE STATE.

Senator Cassis is interviewed by CNS Radio Network concerning the Mackinac Center for Public Policy report that cites a lack of public transparency by the Michigan Economic Development Corporation with respect to its impact on jobs in the state. (Monday, August 03, 2009)

SENATOR CASSIS DISCUSSES SENATE BILL 71 WITH CNS RADIO NETWORK.

Senator Cassis discusses Senate Bill 71 with CNS Radio Network. (Monday, August 03, 2009)

THE PAPPAGEORGE POLICY REPORT WITH SENATOR JOHN PAPPAGEORGE: AUGUST 2009 EDITION.

Michigan State Senator John Pappageorge discusses the role Michigan Works! plays in helping people in southeast Michigan find employment with Program Coordinator Jennifer Llewellyn. (Saturday, August 01, 2009)

FROM LANSING TO THE LAKESHORE WITH SENATOR PATTY BIRKHOLZ; AUGUST 2009 EDITION.

Michigan State Senator Patty Birkholz discusses the state's budget process with Michigan Senate Fiscal Agency Economist Gary Olson. (Saturday, August 01, 2009)

THE RICHARDVILLE REPORT WITH SENATOR RANDY RICHARDVILLE: AUGUST 2009 EDITION.

Michigan State Senator Randy Richardville discusses the role Internet schools play in high school education. His guests are Washtenaw Intermediate School District Assessment Director Naomi Norman and Michigan Virtual High School Executive Director Robert Currie. (Saturday, August 01, 2009)

SENATOR ALLEN TALKS ABOUT CONCERNS OVER THE WATER QUALITY OF THE GREAT LAKES.

Michigan State Senator Jason Allen speaks with Michael Patrick Shiels on the Michigan Talk Network. (Wednesday, July 29, 2009)

SENATOR JASON ALLEN'S WEEKLY INTERVIEW ON WKNW, SAULT STE. MARIE

Senator Jason Allen's Weekly Interview on WKNW, Talk Radio 1400 in Sault Ste. Marie Morning Show with Paul "Junior" VanWagoner. (Tuesday, July 28, 2009)

NORTHERN MICHIGAN UPDATE WITH SENATOR JASON ALLEN: AUGUST 2009 EDITION.

Michigan State Senator Jason Allen speaks with Michigan Department of Natural Resources Director Rebecca Humphries. (Thursday, July 23, 2009)

SENATOR JASON ALLEN ON MICHIGAN TALK NETWORK'S "MPS IN THE MORNING"

Senator Jason Allen speaks with Michael Patrick Shiels on a wide range of topics. (Wednesday, July 22, 2009)

SENATOR JASON ALLEN'S WEEKLY INTERVIEW ON WKNW, SAULT STE. MARIE

Senator Jason Allen's Weekly Interview on WKNW, Talk Radio 1400 in Sault Ste. Marie Morning Show with Paul "Junior" VanWagoner. (Tuesday, July 21, 2009)

SENATOR TOM GEORGE ON MICHIGAN TALK NETWORK'S "MPS IN THE MORNING"

Senator Tom George speaks with Michael Patrick Shiels on a wide range of topics. (Monday, July 20, 2009)

SENATOR BROWN SPEAKS ON A PACKAGE OF BILLS TO REDUCE VOTER REGISTRATION FRAUD IN MICHIGAN.

Michigan State Senator Cameron Brown cites that numerous states prohibit groups that register voters from establishing quotas or offering bonuses based upon the number of citizens they register to vote. (Thursday, July 16, 2009)

SENATOR HARDIMAN EXPLAINS SENATE BILL 528.

Michigan State Senator Bill Hardiman sponsored Senate Bill 528 to put in place more specific and stringent rules concerning single-use medical devices. (Thursday, July 16, 2009)

SENATOR CASSIS COMMENTS ON SENATE RESOLUTION 70.

Senator Cassis comments on Senate Resolution 70. (Thursday, July 16, 2009)

SENATOR KAHN COMMENTS ON SENATE PASSAGE OF SENATE BILL 48.

Michigan State Senator Roger Kahn M.D. sponsored the bill to require all United States and Michigan flags flown by the State of Michigan be manufactured exclusively in the United State. (Thursday, July 16, 2009)

SENATOR PATTERSON SPEAKS OUT AGAINST CAP AND TRADE.

Michigan State Senator Bruce Patterson rises in opposition to the Resolution passed by the U.S. House of Representatives promoting Cap and Trade policies. (Wednesday, July 15, 2009)

SENATOR JASON ALLEN'S WEEKLY INTERVIEW ON WKNW, SAULT STE. MARIE

Senator Jason Allen's Weekly Interview on WKNW, Talk Radio 1400 in Sault Ste. Marie Morning Show with Paul "Junior" VanWagoner. (Tuesday, July 14, 2009)

SENATOR JASON ALLEN'S WEEKLY INTERVIEW ON WKNW, SAULT STE. MARIE

Senator Jason Allen's Weekly Interview on WKNW, Talk Radio 1400 in Sault Ste. Marie Morning Show with Paul "Junior" VanWagoner. (Tuesday, July 07, 2009)

LANSING CONNECTION WITH SENATOR NANCY CASSIS: JULY 2009 EDITION

Michigan State Senator Nancy Cassis interviews Jay Wortley - Sen. Fiscal Agency Economist - discussing the role of the agency and the current revenue/ liability situation. (Wednesday, July 01, 2009)

THE PAPPAGEORGE POLICY REPORT WITH SENATOR JOHN PAPPAGEORGE: JULY 2009 EDITION

Michigan State Senator John Pappageorge discusses property taxes and how to appeal them with Bloomfield Township Assessor Bob Taylor. (Wednesday, July 01, 2009)

FROM LANSING TO THE LAKESHORE WITH SENATOR PATTY BIRKHOLZ: JULY 2009 EDITION

Michigan State Senator Patty Birkholz discusses Michigan's State parks, their future funding and maintenance with Michigan State Parks Citizens Committee member Chuck Nelson, Ph.D. (Wednesday, July 01, 2009)

SENATOR JASON ALLEN ON WTCM'S NORTHERN MICHIGAN FOCUS

Senator Allen's interview with WTCM Radio - Northern Michigan Focus. (Tuesday, June 30, 2009)

SENATOR TOM GEORGE ON MICHIGAN TALK NETWORK'S "MPS IN THE MORNING"

Senator George speaks with Michael Patrick Shiels on a wide range of topics. (Monday, June 29, 2009)

SENATOR ALAN CROPSEY AND SENATOR JASON ALLEN APPEAR ON MICHIGAN TALK NETWORK'S "MPS IN THE MORNING"

Senators Allen and Cropsey speak with Michael Patrick Shiels on a wide range of topics. (Monday, June 29, 2009)

FROM THE CAPITOL TO THE COMMUNITY WITH SENATOR BILL HARDIMAN: JULY 2009 EDITION

Michigan State Senator Bill Hardiman speaks with Lisa Wendt - Life Secure Insurance Company - to discuss long term care issues. (Friday, June 26, 2009)

SENATOR KAHN'S PODCAST.

Michigan State Senator Roger Kahn M.D. speaks on this week's activity in the Senate. (Thursday, June 25, 2009)

SENATOR ALAN CROPSEY AND SENATOR JASON ALLEN APPEAR ON MICHIGAN TALK NETWORK'S "MPS IN THE MORNING"

Senators Allen and Cropsey speak with Michael Patrick Shiels on a wide range of topics. (Wednesday, June 24, 2009)

SENATOR JASON ALLEN AND SENATOR ALAN CROPSEY APPEAR ON MICHIGAN TALK NETWORK'S "MPS IN THE MORNING"

Senators Allen and Cropsey speak with Michael Patrick Shiels on a wide range of topics. (Wednesday, June 24, 2009)

SENATOR CASSIS CONGRATULATES MISS MICHIGAN 2009: NICOLE BLASZCZYK.

Senator Cassis congratulates Miss Michigan 2009: Nicole Blaszczyk. (Wednesday, June 24, 2009)

SENATOR CASSIS GIVES HER NO VOTE EXPLANATION ON THE DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS BUDGET.

Senator Cassis gives her No Vote explanation on the Department of Corrections budget. (Wednesday, June 24, 2009)

SENATE MAJORITY LEADER MICHAEL BISHOP EXPLAINS WHAT THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT WON'T TELL THE PUBLIC ABOUT THE STIMULUS DOLLARS FOR EXTENDING UNEMPLOYMENT BENEFITS.

Michigan State Senator Michael Bishop reveals the catch behind the federal stimulus dollars for unemployment benefits extension. While the federal government will provide Michigan with stimulus funding to cover most of two years of the extension, they require the state continue funding the extensions forever, with zero additional federal dollars. (Wednesday, June 24, 2009)

SENATOR GEORGE COMMENTS ON THE DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY HEALTH BUDGET.

Michigan State Senator Tom George M.D. explains the difficulty placed on Michigan by the multiple restraints the federal government attached to the stimulus funding. (Wednesday, June 24, 2009)

SENATOR CAMERON BROWN ON MICHIGAN TALK NETWORK'S "MPS IN THE MORNING"

Senator Brown gives his thoughts on the new Michigan State Police headquarters. (Tuesday, June 23, 2009)

SENATOR CASSIS OFFERS AMENDMENT 5 TO HOUSE BILL 4441: THE HIGHER EDUCATION BUDGET.

Senator Cassis offers amendment 5 to House Bill 4441: the Higher Education budget. (Tuesday, June 23, 2009)

SENATOR CASSIS OFFERS AMENDMENT 6 TO HOUSE BILL 4441: THE HIGHER EDUCATION BUDGET.

Senator Cassis offers amendment 6 to House Bill 4441: the Higher Education budget. (Tuesday, June 23, 2009)

SENATOR JASON ALLEN'S WEEKLY INTERVIEW ON WKNW, SAULT STE. MARIE

Senator Jason Allen's Weekly Interview on WKNW, Talk Radio 1400 in Sault Ste. Marie Morning Show with Paul "Junior" VanWagoner. (Tuesday, June 23, 2009)

SENATOR TOM GEORGE ON MICHIGAN TALK NETWORK'S "MPS IN THE MORNING"

Senator George joins Michael Patrick Shiels for an update on his latest activities as he bicycles from his home to the Capitol. (Monday, June 22, 2009)

SENATOR CASSIS COMMENTS ON THE MICHIGAN STATE POLICE BUDGET DURING GENERAL ORDERS.

Senator Cassis comments on the Michigan State Police budget during General Orders. (Thursday, June 18, 2009)

SENATOR CASSIS COMMENTS ON THE MICHIGAN STATE POLICE BUDGET DURING THIRD READING OF BILLS.

Senator Cassis comments on the Michigan State Police budget during Third Reading of Bills. (Thursday, June 18, 2009)

SENATOR CASSIS COMMENTS ON THE SUPPLEMENTAL BUDGET BILL FOR THE CURRENT FISCAL YEAR.

Senator Cassis comments on the supplemental budget bill for the current fiscal year. (Thursday, June 18, 2009)

SENATOR BROWN ADDRESSES THE FULL SENATE ON THE MICHIGAN STATE POLICE BUDGET AND THE NEW DOWNTOWN HEADQUARTERS.

Michigan State Senator Cameron Brown expresses his opposition to the project. (Thursday, June 18, 2009)

SENATOR STAMAS ADDRESSES THE SENATE ON THE NEED TO PASS BUDGETS THAT REFLECT AVAILABLE REVENUE AND NOT STACK THEM WITH THE SPENDING OF FUNDS THE STATE SIMPLY DOESN'T HAVE.

Michigan State Senator Tony Stamas responds to attempts to overload the Department of Human Services budget with multiple amendments requiring millions more in spending for which there are no available funds. (Thursday, June 18, 2009)

SENATOR GEORGE SPEAKS TO THE PRESS TO UNVEIL LEGISLATION TO GIVE PROPER OVERSIGHT TO EMBRYONIC STEM CELL RESEARCH.

Michigan State Senator Tom George M.D. wants to be sure now that embryonic stem cell research is legal in Michigan that all necessary protections and oversight are in place. (Thursday, June 18, 2009)

SENATOR JASON ALLEN AND SENATOR ALAN CROPSEY APPEAR ON MICHIGAN TALK NETWORK'S "MPS IN THE MORNING"

Senators Allen and Cropsey speak with Michael Patrick Shiels on a wide range of topics. (Wednesday, June 17, 2009)

SENATOR CASSIS SPEAKS AT A PRESS CONFERENCE UNVEILING REGULATORY REFORM LEGISLATION DESIGNED TO MAKE MICHIGAN MORE BUSINESS FRIENDLY.

Senator Cassis speaks at a press conference unveiling regulatory reform legislation designed to make Michigan more business friendly. (Wednesday, June 17, 2009)

SENATOR CASSIS SPEAKS BEFORE THE SENATE ON LEGISLATION TO INSTITUTE REGULATION REFORM.

Senator Cassis speaks before the Senate on legislation to institute regulation reform. (Wednesday, June 17, 2009)

SENATOR CASSIS WELCOMES A GROUP OF STUDENTS FROM DESTINATION IMAGINATION TO THE CAPITOL.

Senator Cassis welcomes a group of students from Destination Imagination to the Capitol. (Wednesday, June 17, 2009)

SENATOR JUD GILBERT AND SENATE MAJORITY LEADER MICHAEL BISHOP HOST A PRESS CONFERENCE TO INTRODUCE REGULATORY REFORM LEGISLATION.

Michigan State Senator Jud Gilbert is joined by Senate Majority Leader Michael Bishop, Senator Bill Hardiman, Senator John Pappageorge, Senator Nancy Cassis, Senator Roger Kahn and Senator Wayne Kuipers to introduce legislation that will make the Michigan regulatory environment more business friendly. (Wednesday, June 17, 2009)

SENATOR RICHARDVILLE COMMENTS ON A PACKAGE OF REGULATION REFORM LEGISLATION.

Michigan State Senator Randy Richardville sponsored one the bills in the package. The bills would give future legislatures oversight in the rule making process within the different state departments to ensure that all rules are within the intent of the law. (Wednesday, June 17, 2009)

SENATOR PAPPAGEORGE ADDRESSES THE SENATE ON SENATE BILL 435.

Michigan State Senator John Pappageorge sponsored the bill to give legislative oversight to state departments rule making authority. The bill is intended to ensure that rules are within the intent of the law. (Wednesday, June 17, 2009)

SENATOR KAHN GIVES DETAILS OF HIS MEETING WITH GRATIOT COUNTY OFFICIALS.

Michigan State Senator Roger Kahn M.D. met with Gratiot County officials, Rep. Oppsommer and the Lt. Governor to discuss federal funding for projects such as water quality improvement and completing the US-127 limited access highway corridor. (Wednesday, June 17, 2009)

SENATOR JASON ALLEN'S WEEKLY INTERVIEW ON WKNW, SAULT STE. MARIE

Senator Jason Allen's Weekly Interview on WKNW, Talk Radio 1400 in Sault Ste. Marie Morning Show with Paul "Junior" VanWagoner. (Tuesday, June 16, 2009)

SENATOR NANCY CASSIS COMMENTS ON REVENUE SHARING AND REFUNDABLE CREDITS TO THE MICHIGAN BUSINESS TAX.

Senator Nancy Cassis comments on revenue sharing and refundable credits to the Michigan Business Tax. (Tuesday, June 16, 2009)

FROM LANSING TO THE LAKESHORE WITH SENATOR PATTY BIRKHOLZ: JUNE 2009 EDITION

Michigan State Senator Patty Birkholz interviews Janet Lockwood from the Michigan Film Office. (Tuesday, June 16, 2009)

SENATE MAJORITY LEADER MICHAEL BISHOP ADDRESSES THE FULL SENATE ON SENATE RESOLUTION 62.

Michigan Senate Majority Leader Michael Bishop sponsored the Resolution asking the federal government for a waiver from the many onerous restrictions placed on the stimulus funds being given Michigan so the state can run its own budget without interference from Washington and do what's best for our own economic recovery. (Tuesday, June 16, 2009)

SENATOR JASON ALLEN ON WTCM'S NORTHERN MICHIGAN FOCUS

Senator Allen's interview with WTCM Radio - Northern Michigan Focus. (Thursday, June 11, 2009)

SENATOR CASSIS GIVES HER NO VOTE EXPLANATION FOR THE 2009-10 MILITARY AFFAIRS BUDGET.

Senator Cassis gives her No Vote explanation for the 2009-10 Military Affairs budget. (Thursday, June 11, 2009)

SENATOR WAYNE KUIPERS UNVEILS THE SENATE REPUBLICAN NEIGHBORHOOD PUBLIC SCHOOLS PLAN.

Michigan State Senator Wayne Kuipers presented the details of the plan with Senate Majority Leader Michael Bishop. The plan is designed to give schools in Michigan the tools they need to reduce the increasing number of failing students and help them prepare for success (Thursday, June 11, 2009)

SENATE MAJORITY LEADER BISHOP SPEAKS AT THE CAPITOL TO UNVEIL THE SENATE REPUBLICAN NEIGHBORHOOD PUBLIC SCHOOLS PLAN.

Michigan State Senator Michael Bishop presented the plan today with Senator Wayne Kuipers. The plan is designed to give schools in Michigan the tools they need to reduce the increasing number of failing students and help them prepare for success. (Thursday, June 11, 2009)

SENATOR KAHN COMMENTS ON LEGISLATION TO EXPAND THE SAGINAW RAIL TRAIL

Michigan State Senator Roger Kahn introduced this legislation today to seek funding for the expansion of the trail. (Thursday, June 11, 2009)

NORTHERN MICHIGAN UPDATE WITH SENATOR JASON ALLEN: JUNE 2009 EDITION.

Michigan State Senator Jason Allen discusses Michigan State Industries within the Department of Corrections with Mike Green. (Friday, June 05, 2009)

SENATOR BROWN ADDRESSES THE SENATE ON THE NEED FOR MICHIGAN TO HAVE AN EMERGENCY ECONOMIC RECOVERY PLAN.

Michigan State Senator Cameron Brown sites the need for crisis management plans that could possibly include holidays from state regulation, entrepreneurship incubators and other economic incentives for short term recovery for economic crisis. (Thursday, June 04, 2009)

THE PAPPAGEORGE POLICY REPORT WITH SENATOR JOHN PAPPAGEORGE: JUNE 2009 EDITION

Michigan State Senator John Pappageorge discusses The Troy/Birmingham Transit Center with Birmingham Planning Director Jana Eckers and Troy Assistant City Manager Brian Murphy. (Thursday, June 04, 2009)

SENATOR KAHN OFFERS HIS WEEKLY POD CAST ON LEGISLATION HE SPONSORED THIS WEEK.

Michigan State Senator Roger Kahn authored two bills. The first would require any United States or Michigan flags flown in this state to be American made. The second allows veterans organization to hold raffles and incorporate other various fund raising methods currently prohibited. (Thursday, June 04, 2009)

SENATOR CROPSEY ASKS WHY THE DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS OVERSPENT ITS BUDGET BY $39 MILLION FOR THIS FISCAL YEAR THOUGH HAVING CLOSED 3 PRISONS, LAID OFF MANY WORKERS AND PAROLED MANY OFFENDERS.

Michigan State Senator Alan Cropsey questions why if housing a prisoner costs about $32,000/year and paroling one cost $7-8,000/year, how MDOC is overspending its budget at all. (Thursday, June 04, 2009)

SENATOR ALLEN TALKS ABOUT THE FUTURE OF GM.

Senator Jason Allen and Michael Patrick Shiels talk about the future of GM on "MPS in the Morning" (Wednesday, June 03, 2009)

SENATOR CAMERON BROWN ADDRESSES RECENT CALLS BY MDOT TO DOUBLE THE COST OF VEHICLE REGISTRATION IN MICHIGAN.

Michigan State Senator Cameron Brown sites the need for Michigan to enact policies that entice people and businesses to come to Michigan rather than those that would drive them to other states. (Wednesday, June 03, 2009)

SENATOR JASON ALLEN'S WEEKLY INTERVIEW ON WKNW, SAULT STE. MARIE

Senator Jason Allen's Weekly Interview on WKNW, Talk Radio 1400 in Sault Ste. Marie Morning Show with Paul "Junior" VanWagoner. (Tuesday, June 02, 2009)

THE RICHARDVILLE REPORT WITH SENATOR RANDY RICHARDVILLE: JUNE 2009 EDITION.

Michigan State Senator Randy Richardville speaks with Monroe County Community College President David E. Nixon. (Monday, June 01, 2009)

THE JANSEN JOURNAL: IN DEPTH WITH SENATOR MARK C. JANSEN - JUNE 2009 EPISODE.

Michigan State Senator Mark C. Jansen discusses ways to avoid mortgage foreclosure with Mary Townley of the Michigan State Housing Development Authority and Jim Fase of the Grand Rapids Association of Realtors. (Monday, June 01, 2009)

CURRENT EVENTS WITH SENATOR TOM GEORGE M.D.: JUNE 2009 EPISODE

Michigan State Senator Tom George M.D. discusses the recent possible discovery of the French ship Griffin with Michigan maritime expert Ken Vrana. The Griffin, commonly thought to be the first sailing vessel on the Great Lakes, is believed to have sank after setting setting sail for Niagara from the Garden Peninsula on September 7, 1679. (Monday, June 01, 2009)

FROM THE CAPITOL TO THE COMMUNITY WITH SENATOR BILL HARDIMAN: JUNE 2009 EDITION

Michigan State Senator Bill Hardiman present excerpts from testimony before the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Human Services. Guests include the Family Services For Southeast Michigan and the Kent Schools Services Network. (Monday, June 01, 2009)

SENATOR KUIPERS ON MICHIGAN'S BUDGET NEGOTIATIONS

Senator Wayne Kuipers appears on "MPS In The Morning" at the Detroit Regional Chamber Mackinac Policy Conference on Mackinac Island. (Friday, May 29, 2009)

SENATOR CASSIS GIVES HER CONDOLENCES FOR DR. NABIL TAWILE AND STATES HER VOTING INTENSIONS WHILE ABSENT IN ATTENDANCE AT DR. TAWILE'S FUNERAL.

Senator Cassis gives her condolences for Dr. Nabil Tawile and states her voting intensions while absent in attendance at Dr. Tawile's funeral. (Wednesday, May 27, 2009)

SENATOR CASSIS SPEAKS ON THE NEED TO KEEP THE NORTH AMERICAN AUTO SHOW IN DETROIT.

Senator Cassis speaks on the need to keep the North American Auto Show in Detroit. (Wednesday, May 27, 2009)

SENATOR KAHN EXPRESSES WHAT MEMORIAL DAY MEANS TO HIM.

Senator Kahn expresses what Memorial Day means to him. (Tuesday, May 26, 2009)

SENATOR KAHN TALKS ABOUT MICHIGAN LICENCE PLATES.

Senator Kahn talks about Michigan licence plates on "MPS in the Morning". (Thursday, May 21, 2009)

SENATOR CASSIS GIVES TRIBUTE ON THE SENATE FLOOR TO THE LATE DENNIS TOFFOLO.

Senator Cassis gives tribute on the Senate floor to the late Dennis Toffolo. (Thursday, May 21, 2009)

SENATOR KAHN COMMENTS ON SENATE BILLS 49 AND 199.

Michigan State Senator Roger Kahn M.D. sponsored the bill to help raise funds for the Boy Scouts of America and the state budget. (Wednesday, May 20, 2009)

SENATOR JASON ALLEN'S WEEKLY INTERVIEW ON WKNW, SAULT STE. MARIE

Senator Jason Allen's Weekly Interview on WKNW, Talk Radio 1400 in Sault Ste. Marie Morning Show with Paul "Junior" VanWagoner. (Tuesday, May 19, 2009)

SENATOR RICHARDVILLE APPLAUDS LEGISLATION ON HELPING TO PREVENT FORECLOSURE FOR MICHIGAN HOMEOWNERS.

Michigan State Senator Randy Richardville led negotiations on this bipartisan and bicameral legislation to help keep struggling families in their homes. (Tuesday, May 19, 2009)

SENATOR KAHN COMMENTS ON SENATE BILL 358, WHICH ADDS TWO NEW SMART ZONES TO THE STATE.

Michigan State Senator Roger Kahn sponsored the legislation in hopes of bringing jobs to the Saginaw area. (Thursday, May 14, 2009)

SENATORS MARK JANSEN, MICHAEL BISHOP AND TOM GEORGE UNVEIL LEGISLATION DESIGNED TO IMPROVE ACCESS TO HEALTH CARE FOR THOSE UNDER-SEVERED IN MICHIGAN.

Michigan State Senator Mark Jansen is joined by Senate Majority leader Bishop and Senator George speaking at a press conference held today at the Capitol. (Thursday, May 14, 2009)

SENATORS TOM GEORGE, MICHAEL BISHOP AND MARK JANSEN UNVEIL LEGISLATION DESIGNED TO IMPROVE ACCESS TO HEALTH CARE FOR THOSE UNDER-SERVED IN MICHIGAN.

Michigan State Senator Tom George, Senate Majority leader Bishop and Senator Jansen speaking at a press conference held today at the Capitol. (Thursday, May 14, 2009)

SENATOR KAHN COMMENTS ON SENATE BILL 321.

Michigan State Senator Roger Kahn M.D. sponsored this legislation to foster the creation of non profit organizations that will help with administrative IT functions within the mental health community. (Wednesday, May 13, 2009)

SENATOR CASSIS COMMENTS ON AN AMENDMENT TO SENATE BILL 539 THAT WOULD PUT A CAP ON FILM TAX CREDITS.

Senator Cassis comments on an amendment to Senate Bill 539 that would put a cap on film tax credits. (Tuesday, May 12, 2009)

SENATOR PAPPAGEORGE'S APPEARANCE ON "SPOTLIGHT IN THE NEWS" WITH HOST CHUCK STOKES.

Michigan State Senator John Pappageorge appeared on Spotlight on April 5 2009. (Friday, May 08, 2009)

SENATOR ALLEN COMMENTS ON THE SENATE'S BUY MICHIGAN/HIRE MICHIGAN LEGISLATION.

Michigan State Senator Jason Allen, Chair of the Senate Committee on Commerce and Tourism, took the lead in moving this package of bills through the Senate. The bills require state government to purchase Michigan products and services whenever possible. (Thursday, May 07, 2009)

SENATOR RICHARDVILLE GIVES DETAILS OF THE SENATE'S BUY MICHIGAN PACKAGE.

Michigan State Senator Randy Richardville's bill provides incentives for film companies to build permanent companies in Michigan which in turn creates permanent jobs for Michigan workers. (Thursday, May 07, 2009)

SENATOR KAHN APPLAUDS THE SENATE'S BUY MICHIGAN LEGISLATION.

Michigan State Senator Roger Kahn cites the legislation's purpose: protecting Michigan jobs and Michigan workers. (Thursday, May 07, 2009)

SENATOR JASON ALLEN COMMENTS ABOUT THE GOVERNOR'S EXECUTIVE ORDER

Senator Jason Allen comments about the Governor's Executive Order on the Michigan Talk Network program "MPS In the Morning" (Wednesday, May 06, 2009)

SENATOR RANDY RICHARDVILLE COMMENTS MICHIGAN'S BUDGET CUTS

Senator Randy Richardville on the Michigan Talk Network's "MPS In The Morning" program (Wednesday, May 06, 2009)

SEN. NANCY CASSIS DISCUSSES MICHIGAN FILM INCENTIVES WITH WTCM'S RON JOLLY

Discussion of Michigan Film Incentives with Sen. Nancy Cassis (Wednesday, May 06, 2009)

SENATOR RICHARDVILLE COMMENTS ON THE GOVERNOR'S EXECUTIVE ORDER.

Michigan State Senator Randy Richardville discusses the role that oppressive regulations and taxes on small and medium businesses have had on putting our state in its current condition. (Wednesday, May 06, 2009)

SENATOR KAHN SPEAKS ON THE GOVERNOR'S EXECUTIVE ORDER.

Michigan State Senator Roger Kahn M.D. emphasizes his concern that, while the state must get its spending under control, our children must continue to receive the proper care. (Wednesday, May 06, 2009)

SENATOR HARDIMAN GIVES HIS THOUGHTS ON THE GOVERNOR'S EXECUTIVE ORDER ON THE BUDGET.

Michigan State Senator Bill Hardiman describes a process by which Michigan can right-size its government and put spending back in line with revenues. (Wednesday, May 06, 2009)

SENATOR KAHN COMMENTS ON SENATE BILL 373.

Michigan State Senator Roger Kahn M.D. sponsored this legislation that will require property tax change notices to put any tax change language in the largest type or font on the document. This will allow property owners to quickly know the document contains important information regarding the taxable amount of their property. (Wednesday, May 06, 2009)

SENATOR JASON ALLEN'S WEEKLY INTERVIEW ON WKNW, SAULT STE. MARIE

Senator Jason Allen's Weekly Interview on WKNW, Talk Radio 1400 in Sault Ste. Marie Morning Show with Paul "Junior" VanWagoner. (Tuesday, May 05, 2009)

SENATOR NANCY CASSIS ON MICHIGAN TALK NETWORK'S "MPS IN THE MORNING".

Senator Cassis talks about the questions that she has over the film incentive program. (Monday, May 04, 2009)

SENATE MAJORITY LEADER MIKE BISHOP DISCUSSES CHRYSLER'S BANKRUPTCY ON "MPS IN THE MORNING".

Senate Majority Leader Mike Bishop joins Michael to discuss Chrysler. (Friday, May 01, 2009)

THE JANSEN JOURNAL: IN DEPTH WITH SENATOR MARK C. JANSEN

Michigan State Senator Mark C. Jansen discusses the Michigan Virtual School and it's role in enhancing education in Michigan with Scott Vashaw and Jon Gregory. (Friday, May 01, 2009)

CURRENT EVENTS WITH SENATOR TOM GEORGE M.D.: MAY 2009 EDITION

Michigan State Senator Tom George discusses the 1927 Bath School massacre with the Capitol Area District Library's History Librarian David Votta. (Friday, May 01, 2009)

THE PAPPAGEORGE POLICY REPORT WITH SENATOR JOHN PAPPAGEORGE: MAY 2009 EDITION.

Michigan State Senator John Pappageorge speaks with Michigan Senate Fiscal Agency Director Gary Olson on the federal stimulus package. (Friday, May 01, 2009)

FROM THE CAPITOL TO THE COMMUNITY WITH SENATOR BILL HARDIMAN: MAY 2009 EDITION.

Michigan State Senator Bill Hardiman discusses family issues with MSU Family & Child Clinic Director Dr. Kathleen Jaeger and Family & Child Ecology Department Professor Dr. Adrian Blow. (Friday, May 01, 2009)

SENATOR JASON ALLEN ON "MPS IN THE MORNING"

Senator Allen talks about the $2.4 million in recovery funds to be invested in Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and Isle Royale National Park. (Thursday, April 30, 2009)

SENATOR KAHN SPEAKS TO THE FULL SENATE IN SUPPORT OF SENATE RESOLUTION 45.

Michigan State Senator Roger Kahn M.D. sponsored SR45 to petition the federal government to implement integrated partnerships between the federal Medicare and state Medicaid systems to better serve patients who receive services form both. (Thursday, April 30, 2009)

SENATOR CASSIS WELCOMES MEMBERS OF SAINT MARY'S ANTIOCHIAN CHURCH IN LIVONIA TO THE SENATE CHAMBER.

Senator Cassis welcomes members of Saint Mary's Antiochian Church in Livonia to the Senate Chamber. (Thursday, April 30, 2009)

SENATORS JASON ALLEN, CAMERON BROWN AND TOM GEORGE UNVEIL LEGISLATIVE PLANS TO TRANSFER THE MICHIGAN HISTORY ARTS AND LIBRARIES DEPARTMENT FUNCTIONS TO THE DEPARTMENT OF STATE.

The legislation is designed to continue to keep the department's core services and historic collections available to the citizens of Michigan after the Governor closes the department as she has announced she would. (Wednesday, April 29, 2009)

SENATORS TOM GEORGE, CAMERON BROWN AND JASON ALLEN UNVEIL LEGISLATIVE PLANS TO TRANSFER THE MICHIGAN HISTORY ARTS AND LIBRARIES DEPARTMENT FUNCTIONS TO THE DEPARTMENT OF STATE.

SENATORS CAMERON BROWN, TOM GEORGE AND JASON ALLEN UNVEIL LEGISLATIVE PLANS TO TRANSFER THE MICHIGAN HISTORY ARTS AND LIBRARIES DEPARTMENT FUNCTIONS TO THE DEPARTMENT OF STATE.

SENATOR PAPPAGEORGE COMMENTS ON THE PASSAGE OF A BILL HE SPONSORED TO AID DISABLED VETERAN CONTRACTORS.

Michigan State Senator John Pappageorge originally authored this legislation to help disabled veteran business owners equal opportunity in obtaining state contracts. (Wednesday, April 29, 2009)

SENATOR PAPPAGEORGE SPEAKS BEFORE THE SENATE ON THE IMPORTANCE OF THE NEW AUTOMOTIVE BATTERY TECHNOLOGY TO MICHIGAN'S FUTURE.

Michigan State Senator John Pappageorge has been involved in each step of the legislative process necessary to making Michigan the future automotive battery capitol of the United States. (Wednesday, April 29, 2009)

SENATOR JASON ALLEN'S WEEKLY INTERVIEW ON WKNW, SAULT STE. MARIE

Senator Jason Allen's Weekly Interview on WKNW, Talk Radio 1400 in Sault Ste. Marie Morning Show with Paul "Junior" VanWagoner. (Tuesday, April 28, 2009)

SENATOR ALAN CROPSEY, SENATE MAJORITY LEADER MICHAEL BISHOP, AND SENATOR WAYNE KUIPERS ANNOUNCE PLANS FOR CORRECTIONS REFORMS IN MICHIGAN.

Michigan State Senators Alan Cropsey, Michael Bishop and Wayne Kuipers speak at a press conference held today at the Capitol to announce legislation that will help lower recidivism and reduce costs of incarceration while maintaining safety for Michigan citizens. (Tuesday, April 28, 2009)

SENATOR WAYNE KUIPERS, SENATE MAJORITY LEADER MICHAEL BISHOP AND SENATOR ALAN CROPSEY ANNOUNCE PLANS FOR CORRECTIONS REFORMS IN MICHIGAN.

Michigan State Senators Wayne Kuipers, Michael Bishop and Alan Cropsey speak at a press conference held today at the Capitol to announce legislation that will help lower recidivism and reduce costs of incarceration while maintaining safety for Michigan citizens. (Tuesday, April 28, 2009)

SENATE MAJORITY LEADER MICHAEL BISHOP, SENATOR WAYNE KUIPERS AND SENATOR ALAN CROPSEY ANNOUNCE PLANS FOR CORRECTIONS REFORMS IN MICHIGAN.

Michigan State Senators Michael Bishop, Wayne Kuipers and Alan Cropsey speak at a press conference held today at the Capitol to announce legislation that will help lower recidivism and reduce costs of incarceration while maintaining safety for Michigan citizens. (Tuesday, April 28, 2009)

SENATOR GEORGE MAKES ADDRESSES FDA REFORM ON THE SENATE FLOOR.

Michigan State Senator Tom George M.D. forwards the notion that of improving the federal prescription drug approval process in order to ensure safer and better medical care for Americans. (Friday, April 24, 2009)

SENATOR KAHN COMMENTS ON RECEIVING THE 2009 MICHIGAN RURAL HEALTH CITIZEN AWARD

Senator Kahn was recognized for his commitment to rural health services, in particular in bringing the WIC program to Chesaning and services to the Ashley Medical Clinic. (Thursday, April 23, 2009)

SENATOR CASSIS CITES THE ACCOMPLISHMENTS OF MICHIGAN TEAMS PARTICIPATING IN NATIONAL ROBOTICS COMPETITION.

Senator Cassis cites the accomplishments of Michigan teams participating in national robotics competition. (Wednesday, April 22, 2009)

SENATOR BIRKHOLZ SPEAKS AT A PRESS CONFERENCE KICKING OFF THE FRUITS OF HER E RECYCLING LEGISLATION ON EARTH DAY.

Michigan State Senator Patty Birkholz sponsored the legislation bringing electronics manufactures on board with E Recycling program. (Wednesday, April 22, 2009)

SENATOR JASON ALLEN'S WEEKLY INTERVIEW ON WKNW, SAULT STE. MARIE

Senator Jason Allen's Weekly Interview on WKNW, Talk Radio 1400 in Sault Ste. Marie Morning Show with Paul "Junior" VanWagoner. (Tuesday, April 21, 2009)

THE RICHARDVILLE REPORT WITH SENATOR RANDY RICHARDVILLE: MAY 2009 EDITION.

Michigan State Senator Randy Richardville discusses the mortgage crisis and steps the Senate Banking and Financial Institutions Committee he chairs has taken to reconcile it. Guests: Mary Townley from MSHDA and Kim Sachs with GMAC Real Estate. (Monday, April 20, 2009)

SENATOR ALLEN ON "MPS IN THE MORNING"

Michigan State Senator Allen gives his thoughts on the light-rail projects in Michigan. (Thursday, April 16, 2009)

SENATOR ALAN CROPSEY ON "MPS IN THE MORNING"

Michigan State Senator Alan Cropsey joins Michael Patrick and Gary Austin to speak about the Detroit Crime Lab among other issues. (Wednesday, April 08, 2009)

SENATOR CASSIS COMMENTS ON THE FILM TAX CREDIT ON ANN ARBOR'S WUOM PUBLIC RADIO.

Senator Cassis comments on the film tax credit on Ann Arbor's WUOM public radio. (Thursday, April 02, 2009)

SENATOR CROPSEY GIVES HIS NO VOTE EXPLANATION ON ALLOWING THE SENATE TO CONSIDER HOUSE BILLS 4083-4094.

Michigan State Senator Alan Cropsey points out the governor's refusal to hire Michigan workers in the past when it was within her power to do so. He questions why the state should be able to dictate who private companies may and may not hire while the administration operates under a different set of standards. (Wednesday, April 01, 2009)

SENATOR ALLEN GIVES HIS NO VOTE EXPLANATION ON BRING HOUSE BILLS 4083-4094 TO A VOTE BEFORE THE SENATE.

Michigan State Senator Jason Allen points out the hypocrisy of these bills which dictate who Michigan companies may and may not hire while the governor is awarding state contracts to out of state companies. (Wednesday, April 01, 2009)

SENATOR GILBERT GIVES A STATEMENT BEFORE THE SENATE ON AN ATTEMPT BY THE MINORITY PARTY TO FORCE A VOTE ON A PACKAGE OF HOUSE BILLS.

Michigan State Senator Jud Gilbert opposes the so called "Hire Michigan" bills as being nothing more than an attempt to force companies in Michigan to unionize. (Wednesday, April 01, 2009)

THE JANSEN JOURNAL: IN DEPTH WITH SENATOR MARK C. JANSEN -APRIL 2009 EDITION

Michigan State Senator Mark Jansen discusses the appropriations and budget process with Senate Appropriations Committee Chair Senator Ron Jelinek. (Wednesday, April 01, 2009)

CURRENT EVENTS WITH SENATOR TOM GEORGE M.D.: APRIL 2009 EDITION.

Michigan State Senator Tom George discusses amphibians and reptiles with MSU Herpetologist James Harding. (Wednesday, April 01, 2009)

FROM THE CAPITOL TO THE COMMUNITY WITH SENATOR BILL HARDIMAN: APRIL 2009 EDITION.

Michigan State Senator Bill Hardiman discusses bio fuels and the bio economy with Steve Pueppke Ph.D. of Michigan State university. (Wednesday, April 01, 2009)

THE CAPITOL REPORT WITH SENATOR ROGER KAHN: APRIL 2009 EDITION.

Michigan State Senator Roger Kahn speaks with Pamela McNulty of the Michigan Education Savings program and Robin Lott of the Michigan Education Trust. (Wednesday, April 01, 2009)

SENATOR JASON ALLEN'S WEEKLY INTERVIEW ON WKNW, SAULT STE. MARIE

Senator Jason Allen's Weekly Interview on WKNW, Talk Radio 1400 in Sault Ste. Marie Morning Show with Paul "Junior" VanWagoner. (Tuesday, March 31, 2009)

SENATOR CASSIS GIVE A STATEMENT ON THE THE MISTREATMENT OF MICHIGAN BY THE PRESIDENT AND HIS ADMINISTRATION.

Senator Cassis give a statement on the the mistreatment of Michigan by the president and his administration. (Tuesday, March 31, 2009)

SEN. KAHN'S FLOOR STATEMENT ON LACK OF STIMULUS FUNDS FOR SAGINAW, GRATIOT COUNTIES

"MDOT has done a cruel injustice to the residents of the 32nd Senate District. The hard-working people of Saginaw and Gratiot counties deserve better." (Thursday, March 26, 2009)

SEN. KAHN SPONSORS RESOLUTION TO REDUCE SALARIES OF STATE ELECTED OFFICIALS

A resolution to reduce the salaries and expense allowances of state elected officials starting in 2011 was approved by the Michigan Senate Thursday, said sponsor Sen. Roger Kahn, R-Saginaw Township. (Thursday, March 26, 2009)

SENATOR NANCY CASSIS SPEAKS WITH FRANK BECKMANN ABOUT TAX INCENTIVES FOR FILMMAKERS

Senator Nancy Cassis speaks with WJR's Frank Beckmann about tax incentives for filmmakers (Thursday, March 26, 2009)

SENATOR CASSIS GIVES A MEMORIAL STATEMENT IN HONOR OF THE LATE REPRESENTATIVE ALDO VAGNOZZI.

Senator Cassis gives a memorial statement in honor of the late Representative Aldo Vagnozzi. (Wednesday, March 25, 2009)

SENATOR JASON ALLEN'S WEEKLY INTERVIEW ON WKNW, SAULT STE. MARIE

Senator Jason Allen's Weekly Interview on WKNW, Talk Radio 1400 in Sault Ste. Marie Morning Show with Paul "Junior" VanWagoner. (Tuesday, March 24, 2009)

LANSING CONNECTION WITH SENATOR NANCY CASSIS: APRIL 2009 EDITION.

Michigan State Senator Nancy Cassis discusses the role of First Robotics in inspiring students with founder Dean Kamen. (Tuesday, March 24, 2009)

SENATOR PATTERSON GIVES A STATEMENT BEFORE THE MICHIGAN SENATE TITLED "DUTY" IS A FOUR LETTER WORD.

Senator Patterson gives a statement before the Michigan Senate titled "DUTY" is a four letter word. (Tuesday, March 24, 2009)

SENATOR JASON ALLEN'S WEEKLY INTERVIEW ON WTCM'S NORTHERN MICHIGAN FOCUS

Senator Allen's interview with WTCM Radio - Northern Michigan Focus. (Thursday, March 19, 2009)

SENATOR PAPPAGEORGE GIVES A STATEMENT ON THE SENATE FLOOR REGARDING THE MUCH DISLIKED MICHIGAN BUSINESS TAX SURCHARGE.

Michigan State Senator John Pappageorge delivers a message from yet one more business in Michigan whose tax liability has increased by tens of thousands of dollars since the MBT became law. The MBT repeal, Senate Bill 1, passed the Senate in January and awaits action by the House of Representatives. (Thursday, March 19, 2009)

SENATOR RICHARDVILLE ADDRESSES THE SENATE ON A PACKAGE OF LOAN OFFICER REFORM BILLS.

Michigan State Senator Randy Richardville sponsored part of a package of bills that will require loan officers operating in Michigan to be state certified according to a strict set of standards. This will help avoid some of the recent problems plaguing the housing market. (Thursday, March 19, 2009)

SENATE MAJORITY LEADER MICHAEL BISHOP REBUTS FALSE CLAIMS FOR A SECOND DAY MADE BY SOME SENATORS WHO WANT TO INCREASE PROPERTY TAXES WHEN MICHIGAN CITIZENS CAN LEAST AFFORD SUCH AN INCREASE.

Michigan Senate Majority Leader Michael Bishop refutes the attempt by some Senators who try to deliberately confuse voters by claiming that stopping property tax increases while property values are in decline is the same as a tax cut. He again emphasizes that there is no decrease in the tax or revenue to the state, only a prevention of an increase. (Wednesday, March 18, 2009)

SENATOR KAHN INTRODUCES SENATE BILL 373.

Michigan State Senator Roger Kahn sponsored the legislation to increase the time allowed under current law they have to appeal their property tax amount from 10 to 30 days. (Wednesday, March 18, 2009)

SENATOR JANSEN GIVES AN OVERVIEW ON THE ENTIRE CHILD PROTECTION LEGISLATION CURRENTLY MOVING THROUGH THE SENATE.

Michigan State Senator Mark Jansen chairs the Senate Department of Human Services Committee worked with other senators to enhance child protection laws in Michigan. (Wednesday, March 18, 2009)

SENATOR RICHARDVILLE COMMENTS ON THE CHILD PROTECTION PACKAGE MOVING THROUGH THE SENATE.

Michigan State Senator Randy Richardville defends against critics that say there are already enough protections in place for Michigan foster children. (Wednesday, March 18, 2009)

SENATOR HARDIMAN EXPLAINS HOW A CHILD PROTECTION PACKAGE MOVING THROUGH THE SENATE WILL HELP TO CONTINUE IMPROVING HOW MICHIGAN CARES FOR ITS FOSTER CHILDREN.

Michigan State Senator Bill Hardiman sponsored a bill that requires Michigan's Children's Ombudsman to be notified in the unfortunate event of a child's death so that a proper investigation may begin. (Wednesday, March 18, 2009)

SENATOR KAHN ADDRESSES THE SENATE ON A PACKAGE OF BILLS TO HELP BETTER PROTECT CHILDREN IN FOSTER CARE AND COURT CUSTODY.

Michigan State Senator Roger Khan sponsored a bill in the package to give courts access to private information concerning a child who has passed away while in foster care in an effort to help prevent future fatalities. (Wednesday, March 18, 2009)

SENATE MAJORITY LEADER MICHAEL BISHOP ADDRESSES THE SENATE IN SUPPORT OF SENATE JOINT RESOLUTION H.

Michigan State Senate Majority Leader Michael Bishop exposes and dispels false claims made on the Senate floor that SJR-H will cut property taxes in Michigan, leaving the state strapped for revenue. He explains that the resolution will simply keep property taxes from increasing during a period when State Equalized Value of private property decreases. The resolution does not reduce taxes, but rather stops yet another tax increase at a time when home owners can least afford it. (Tuesday, March 17, 2009)

SENATOR PATTERSON GIVES A STATEMENT BEFORE THE SENATE ON THE NEGATIVE IMPACT OF "MARK TO MARKET" ACCOUNTING PRINCIPLES.

Senator Patterson gives a statement before the Senate on the negative impact of "mark to market" accounting principles. (Monday, March 16, 2009)

SENATOR CASSIS EXPLAINS HER OPPOSITION TO TWO AMENDMENTS FOR SENATE BILL 69 THEN COMMENTS ON HER SUPPORT FOR HER BILL AS IT WAS WRITTEN.

Senator Cassis explains her opposition to two amendments for Senate Bill 69 then comments on her support for her bill as it was written. (Thursday, March 12, 2009)

SENATOR CASSIS COMMENTS ON SENATE BILL 191.

Senator Cassis comments on Senate Bill 191. (Thursday, March 12, 2009)

SENATOR CASSIS GIVES HER NO VOTE EXPLANATION FOR SENATE BILL 190.

Senator Cassis gives her No Vote explanation for Senate Bill 190. (Thursday, March 12, 2009)

SENATOR BIRKHOLZ INTRODUCES LEGISLATION TO CHANGE THE WAY MICHIGAN STATE PARKS ARE FUNDED IN MICHIGAN.

Michigan State Senator Patty Birkholz addresses a press conference announcing this new legislation which will allow Michigan residents to opt for a $10 fee to be added to their annual vehicle registration. The fee would replace the need to purchase an annual parks pass. (Thursday, March 12, 2009)

NORTHERN MICHIGAN UPDATE WITH SENATOR JASON ALLEN: MARCH 2009 EDITION

Michigan State Senator Jason Allen talks with Michigan Infrastructure and Transportation Association Legislative Director Mike Nystrom. (Thursday, March 12, 2009)

THE CAPITOL REPORT WITH SENATOR ROGER KAHN M.D.: MARCH 2009 EDITION

Michigan State Senator Kahn discusses heating and other energy savings with Tom Begin from Consumers Power. (Thursday, March 12, 2009)

SENATOR KAHN COMMENTS ON SENATE BILL 47: A BILL TO ENHANCE THE STATE OF MICHIGAN’S PRESCRIPTION PRICE COMPARISON WEB SITE.

Michigan State Senator Roger Kahn M.D. authored this legislation to increase the number of drugs listed on the site from 50 to 150 and to ensure in law that the web site can not be discontinued by any administration and will remain permanently available to consumers. (Wednesday, March 11, 2009)

SENATOR GEORGE TALKS ABOUT NEWT GINGRICH COMING TO MICHIGAN TO SPEAK TO STATE LAWMAKERS ON "MPS IN THE MORNING"

Michigan State Senator Tom George, MD talks about Newt Gingrich coming to Michigan to speak to state lawmakers regarding health care. (Tuesday, March 10, 2009)

SENATOR JASON ALLEN'S WEEKLY INTERVIEW ON WKNW, SAULT STE. MARIE

Senator Jason Allen's Weekly Interview on WKNW, Talk Radio 1400 in Sault Ste. Marie Morning Show with Paul "Junior" VanWagoner. (Tuesday, March 10, 2009)

SENATOR HARDIMAN LISTENS TO TESTIMONY BEFORE THE SENATE APPROPRIATIONS SUB COMMITTEE ON THE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES BUDGET.

Michigan State Senator Bill Hardiman, Chair of the DHS Appropriations Committee took testimony from various groups including: Family Services Alliance, Oakland family Services, and Kent County School Services. (Tuesday, March 10, 2009)

THE PAPPAGEORGE POLICY UPDATE WITH SENATOR JOHN PAPPAGEORGE: MARCH 2009 EDITION

Michigan State Senator John Pappageorge discusses Lithium Ion automotive power train battery production in Michigan with Damian Gardley and Martin Klein of Compact Power, Inc. (Tuesday, March 10, 2009)

SENATOR PAPPAGEORGE COMMENTS ON SENATE BILL 319, A BILL TO PROMOTE THE LITHIUM ION BATTERY INDUSTRY IN MICHIGAN.

Michigan State Senator John Pappageorge authored the bill to give incentives to bring the electric car power train battery production industry, and the accompanying jobs it creates, to Michigan. (Tuesday, March 10, 2009)

WJR'S FRANK BECKMANN TALKS WITH SENATOR NANCY CASSIS ABOUT THE FILM INCENTIVE TAX REBATES THAT WILL BE ISSUED.

WJR's Frank Beckmann talks with Senator Nancy Cassis about the film incentive tax rebates that will be issued. (Thursday, March 05, 2009)

SENATE LEADER MICHAEL BISHOP ANNOUNCES THE FORMATION OF A COMMITTEE TO OVERSEE HOW FEDERAL STIMULUS FUNDS WILL BE APPROPRIATED IN MICHIGAN.

Michigan Senate Majority Leader Michael Bishop held a press roundtable to announce this new committee to be made up of members of the House and the Senate. (Thursday, March 05, 2009)

SENATE KAHN EXPRESSES HIS OPPOSITION TO THE PRESIDENT ALLOWING CALIFORNIA ITS OWN AUTO EMISSION STANDARDS.

Michigan State Senator Roger Kahn describes the hardship Michigan auto companies will have if California is allowed to operate under its own set of EPA standards. (Thursday, March 05, 2009)

SENATOR MCMANUS GIVES A STATEMENT ON THE SENATE FLOOR REGARDING MICHIGAN'S AGRICULTURAL INDUUSTRY.

Michigan State Senator Michelle McManus gives a statement on the Senate floor about the state's lack of promotion of the agriculture industry. (Thursday, March 05, 2009)

SENATOR CASSIS GIVES A STATEMENT ON THE SENATE FLOOR REGARDING THE NEED TO ELIMINATE THE MBT AND RESTRUCTURE THE FILM TAX CREDITS.

Senator Cassis gives a statement on the Senate floor regarding the need to eliminate the MBT and restructure the film tax credits. (Wednesday, March 04, 2009)

SENATOR PAPPAGEORGE COMMENTS ON LEGISLATION TO BRING THE NEW CAR BATTERY INDUSTRY TO MICHIGAN.

Michigan State Senator John Pappageorge explains the need to make Michigan the world headquarters in battery development and production. (Wednesday, March 04, 2009)

SENATOR CASSIS IS INTERVIEWED BY WLNS TV 6 REGARDING HER WORK TO CHANGE THE MICHIGAN FILM CREDIT LAWS BY PUTTING A CAP ON THE AMOUNT OF REFUND A COMPANY CAN RECEIVE.

Senator Cassis is interviewed by WLNS TV 6 regarding her work to change the Michigan film credit laws by putting a cap on the amount of refund a company can receive. (Wednesday, March 04, 2009)

SENATOR JASON ALLEN'S WEEKLY INTERVIEW ON WKNW, SAULT STE. MARIE

Senator Jason Allen's Weekly Interview on WKNW, Talk Radio 1400 in Sault Ste. Marie Morning Show with Paul "Junior" VanWagoner. (Tuesday, March 03, 2009)

SENATOR CASSIS IS INTERVIEWED ON THE COMCAST PROGRAM "NEWSMAKERS."

Senator Cassis is interviewed on the Comcast program "Newsmakers." (Monday, March 02, 2009)

THE JANSEN JOURNAL: IN DEPTH WITH SENATOR MARK C. JANSEN: MARCH 2009 EDITION

Michigan State Senator Mark C. Jansen discusses the role of the Michigan Department of Treasury with Treasurer Robert J. Kleine. (Sunday, March 01, 2009)

CURRENT EVENTS WITH SENATOR TOM GEORGE M.D.: MARCH 2009 EDITION.

Michigan State Senator Tom George interviews Richard Bell from the Kalamazoo Astronomical Society. (Sunday, March 01, 2009)

SENATOR JASON ALLEN'S WEEKLY INTERVIEW ON WTCM'S NORTHERN MICHIGAN FOCUS

Senator Allen's interview with WTCM Radio - Northern Michigan Focus. (Thursday, February 19, 2009)

SENATOR KAHN URGES CAUTION AND EFFICIENCY IN THE SPENDING OF THE FEDERAL STIMULUS MONEY THE STATE IS ABOUT TO RECEIVE FROM WASHINGTON.

Michigan State Senator Roger Kahn stresses the need to reform state government spending as the correct means to righting Michigan's failing economy and budget. He cautions that the state should not just paper over budget holes with the stimulus funding: a method that will only lead to reoccurring budget problems in the years to come. (Thursday, February 19, 2009)

FROM THE CAPITOL TO THE COMMUNITY WITH SENATOR BILL HARDIMAN: MARCH 2009 EDITION.

Michigan State Senator Bill Hardiman speaks with Michigan Credit Union League CEO Dave Adams. (Thursday, February 19, 2009)

SENATOR JANSEN SPEAKS ON BEHALF OF SENATE RESOLUTION 16.

Michigan State Senator Mark C. Jansen explains Senate Resolution 16. The resolution urges to Congress to protect workers' current rights to privacy while voting for or against unionization. Current legislation being promoted in Washington called "Card Check" would allow union organizers to stand over and watch workers as they vote for or against unionization. (Thursday, February 19, 2009)

SENATOR HARDIMAN RESPONDS TO ANOTHER SENATOR'S REMARKS IMPLYING SENATORS ARE NOT WORKING WHEN NOT IN SENATE SESSION.

Michigan State Senator Bill Hardiman takes exception to the implication that unless he is on the Senate floor he is not working for the people of his district. (Thursday, February 19, 2009)

SENATOR CASSIS URGES THE HOUSE TO TAKE UP SENATE BILL 1.

Senator Cassis urges the House to take up Senate Bill 1. (Thursday, February 19, 2009)

SENATOR JASON ALLEN'S WEEKLY INTERVIEW ON WKNW, SAULT STE. MARIE

Senator Jason Allen's Weekly Interview on WKNW, Talk Radio 1400 in Sault Ste. Marie Morning Show with Paul "Junior" VanWagoner. (Tuesday, February 17, 2009)

SENATOR JASON ALLEN'S WEEKLY INTERVIEW ON WTCM'S NORTHERN MICHIGAN FOCUS

Senator Allen's interview with WTCM Radio - Northern Michigan Focus. (Thursday, February 12, 2009)

SENATOR CASSIS SPEAKS ON FINAL PASSAGE OF SENATE BILL 72.

Senator Cassis speaks on final passage of Senate Bill 72. (Thursday, February 12, 2009)

SENATOR CASSIS SPEAKS IN OPPOSITION TO AN AMENDMENT TO SENATE BILL 71.

Senator Cassis speaks in opposition to an amendment to Senate Bill 71. (Thursday, February 12, 2009)

SENATOR CASSIS ADDRESSES THE SENATE ON SENATE BILLS 70, 71 & 72.

Senator Cassis addresses the Senate on Senate Bills 70, 71 & 72. (Wednesday, February 11, 2009)

SENATOR CASSIS CONGRATULATES U.S. REPRESENTATIVE JOHN DINGLE ON BECOMING THE LONGEST SERVING MEMBER OF CONGRESS IN HISTORY.

Senator Cassis congratulates U.S. Representative John Dingle on becoming the longest serving member of Congress in history. (Wednesday, February 11, 2009)

SENATOR CASSIS GIVES HER "NO VOTE" EXPLANATION ON THE GUN LAKE CASINO COMPACT.

Senator Cassis gives her "No Vote" explanation on the Gun Lake Casino Compact. (Wednesday, February 11, 2009)

FROM LANSING TO THE LAKESHORE WITH SENATOR PATTY BIRKHOLZ: FEBRUARY 2009 EDITION.

Michigan State Senator Patty Birkholz discusses early child development and its effect o the economy with Federal reserve bank Economist Rob Grunewald. (Tuesday, February 10, 2009)

SENATOR JASON ALLEN'S WEEKLY INTERVIEW ON WKNW, SAULT STE. MARIE

Senator Jason Allen's Weekly Interview on WKNW, Talk Radio 1400 in Sault Ste. Marie Morning Show with Paul "Junior" VanWagoner. (Tuesday, February 10, 2009)

SENATOR JASON ALLEN'S WEEKLY INTERVIEW ON WTCM'S NORTHERN MICHIGAN FOCUS

Senator Allen's interview with WTCM Radio - Northern Michigan Focus. (Thursday, February 05, 2009)

SENATOR CASSIS COMMENTS ON SENATE BILL 93.

Senator Cassis comments on Senate Bill 93. (Thursday, February 05, 2009)

SENATE MAJORITY LEADER MICHAEL BISHOP CALLS UPON THE GOVERNOR TO SCHEDULE A SPECIAL ELECTION FOR MICHIGAN'S VACANT 19TH SENATE DISTRICT.

Michigan State Senator Michael D. Bishop reminds the Governor that it has now been a full month since the people of the 19th Senate District have had representation in the Senate. In addition, the constituents of the 19th have also been without the crucial services regularly provided by all Michigan State Senators. (Thursday, February 05, 2009)

SENATOR KAHN ADDRESSES THE FULL SENATE ON FINANCIAL REFORMS FOR THE UPCOMING APPROPRIATIONS PROCESS.

Michigan State Senator Roger Kahn a few of his ideas that will not only save the states millions of dollars but will also provide better services to its residents. (Thursday, February 05, 2009)

SENATOR PAPPAGEORGE EXPLAINS SENATE BILL 98.

Michigan State Senator John Pappageorge authored this bill to help businesses navigate the onerous and confusing regulations of the Michigan Business Tax. (Thursday, February 05, 2009)

SENATOR JANSEN COMMENTS ON LEGISLATION HE SPONSORED TO IMPROVE AND STREAMLINE THE FRIEND OF THE COURT.

Michigan State Senator Mark C. Jansen crafted this package of bills to help those who depend upon The Friend of the Court receive better and more timely services. (Thursday, February 05, 2009)

SENATOR JASON ALLEN'S COMMENTS ON THE STATE OF THE STATE FROM WKNW, SAULT STE. MARIE

Senator Jason Allen comments on the Governor's State of the State address. (Wednesday, February 04, 2009)

SENATOR KAHN ADDRESSES THE SENATE ON HOW THE GOVERNOR AND THE LEGISLATURE CAN WORK TOWARD A BALANCED STATE BUDGET.

State Senator Roger Kahn sites a list of inefficiencies that if corrected could save the state millions. Item include paroling prisoners who are no longer a threat to public safety, reforming the prison food system and accountability in the welfare system. (Wednesday, February 04, 2009)

SENATOR GEORGE DESCRIBES SENATE RESOLUTION 6 ON THE SENATE FLOOR.

Michigan State Senator Tom George authored SB6 which urges the Michigan congressional delegation to author the federal stimulus bills to include aid more proportionate to Michigan's need which greater than any state in the nation. (Wednesday, February 04, 2009)

SENATOR JASON ALLEN'S WEEKLY INTERVIEW ON WKNW, SAULT STE. MARIE

Senator Jason Allen's Weekly Interview on WKNW, Talk Radio 1400 in Sault Ste. Marie Morning Show with Paul "Junior" VanWagoner. (Tuesday, February 03, 2009)

SENATOR RICHARDVILLE COMMENTS ON THE STATE OF THE STATE ADDRESS.

Senator Richardville comments on the State of the State address. (Tuesday, February 03, 2009)

SENATOR HARDIMAN COMMENTS ON THE STATE OF THE STATE ADDRESS.

Senator Hardiman comments on the State of the State address. (Tuesday, February 03, 2009)

SENATOR GEORGE COMMENTS ON THE STATE OF THE STATE ADDRESS.

Senator George comments on the State of the State address. (Tuesday, February 03, 2009)

SENATOR KUIPERS COMMENTS ON THE STATE OF THE STATE ADDRESS.

Senator Kuipers comments on the State of the State address. (Tuesday, February 03, 2009)

SENATOR BROWN COMMENTS ON THE STATE OF THE STATE ADDRESS.

Senator Brown comments on the State of the State address. (Tuesday, February 03, 2009)

SENATOR CROPSEY COMMENTS ON THE STATE OF THE STATE ADDRESS.

Senator Cropsey comments on the State of the State address. (Tuesday, February 03, 2009)

SENATOR GILBERT COMMENTS ON THE STATE OF THE STATE ADDRESS.

Senator Gilbert comments on the State of the State address. (Tuesday, February 03, 2009)

SENATOR PAPPAGEORGE COMMENTS ON THE STATE OF THE STATE ADDRESS.

Senator Pappageorge comments on the State of the State address. (Tuesday, February 03, 2009)

SENATOR KAHN COMMENTS ON THE STATE OF THE STATE ADDRESS.

Senator Kahn comments on the State of the State address. (Tuesday, February 03, 2009)

SENATOR JANSEN COMMENTS ON THE STATE OF THE STATE ADDRESS.

Senator Jansen comments on the State of the State address. (Tuesday, February 03, 2009)

SENATOR ALLEN COMMENTS ON THE STATE OF THE STATE ADDRESS

Senator Allen comments on the State of the State Address (Tuesday, February 03, 2009)

CURRENT EVENTS WITH SENATOR TOM GEORGE M.D.: FEBRUARY 2009 EDITION

Michigan State Senator Tom George M.D. discusses land banks with Saginaw County Treasurer Marvin D. Hare. (Sunday, February 01, 2009)

LANSING CONNECTION WITH SENATOR NANCY CASSIS: FEBRUARY 2009 EDITION.

Michigan State Senator Nancy Cassis interviews newly elected Representative Hugh Crawford. (Sunday, February 01, 2009)

THE JANSEN JOURNAL: IN DEPTH WITH SENATOR MARK C. JANSEN

Michigan State Senator Mark C. Jansen interviews Major General Bradley M. Lott (ret.), United State Marine Corp. General Lott is now the head of Michigan's Defense Contract Coordination Center. His role in helping Michigan businesses obtain national defense contracts is discussed. (Sunday, February 01, 2009)

NORTHERN MICHIGAN UPDATE WITH JASON ALLEN: FEBRUARY 2009 EDITION

Michigan State Senator Jason Allen interviews Michigan Film Office Director Janet Lockwood. (Friday, January 30, 2009)

SENATOR JASON ALLEN'S WEEKLY INTERVIEW ON WTCM'S NORTHERN MICHIGAN FOCUS

Senator Allen's interview with WTCM Radio - Northern Michigan Focus. (Thursday, January 29, 2009)

SENATOR KAHN COMMENT ON THE PASSAGE OF SENATE BILL 1.

Michigan State Senator Roger Kahn gives his thoughts on the importance of remove all barriers to job creation in Michigan. This legislation would remove the 22% surcharge within the Michigan Business Tax if supported by the House. (Thursday, January 29, 2009)

SENATOR CASSIS SPEAKS FOR A 2ND TIME DURING FINAL PASSAGE ON HER SUPPORT FOR SENATE BILL 1.

Senator Cassis speaks for a 2nd time during final passage on her support for Senate Bill 1. (Thursday, January 29, 2009)

SENATOR CASSIS COMMENTS DURING FINAL PASSAGE IN SUPPORT OF SENATE BILL 1, A BILL TO PHASE OUT THE JOB KILLING SURCHARGE IN THE MICHIGAN BUSINESS TAX.

Senator Cassis comments during final passage in support of Senate Bill 1, a bill to phase out the job killing surcharge in the Michigan Business Tax. (Thursday, January 29, 2009)

SENATE MAJORITY LEADER MICHAEL BISHOP CALLS UPON THE SENATE TO PASS LEGISLATION THAT WILL HELP KEEP MICHIGAN BUSINESSES FROM DROWNING IN TAXES.

Michigan Senate Majority Leader Michael Bishop asks Senate members to put politics aside and do what is right for Michigan. (Thursday, January 29, 2009)

SENATOR JANSEN DEFENDS HIS POSITION ON THE NEED TO REMOVE THE JOB KILLING SURCHARGE IN THE MICHIGAN BUSINESS TAX.

Michigan State Senator Mark C. Jansen authored this bill to stop over taxing businesses to point that they must either go out of business or move to other states. (Thursday, January 29, 2009)

SENATOR HARDIMAN ENGAGES IN THE DEBATE ON THE PHASE OUT OF THE MICHIGAN BUSINESS TAX SURCHARGE.

Michigan State Senator Bill Hardiman makes a strong case for removing the surcharge that has proven to be responsible for many job losses in Michigan. (Thursday, January 29, 2009)

SENATOR CROPSEY COMMENTS ON THE COUNCIL OF STATE GOVERNMENTS REPORT ON CORRECTIONS REFORM.

Michigan State Senator Alan Cropsey was a member of the panel working to find ways to reform corrections in Michigan. (Thursday, January 29, 2009)

SENATOR ROGER KAHN'S PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT TO HELP MICHIGAN RESIDENTS APPEAL THEIR PROPERTY TAX ASSESSMENTS.

Senator Roger Kahn's Public Service Announcement to help Michigan residents appeal their property tax assessments. (Thursday, January 29, 2009)

SENATOR ROGER KAHN'S PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT PROMOTING "MARCH IS READING MONTH."

Senator Roger Kahn's Public Service Announcement promoting "March Is Reading Month." (Thursday, January 29, 2009)

SENATOR CASSIS URGES THE PASSAGE OF SENATE BILL 1.

Michigan State Senator Nancy Cassis comments on the need to eliminate the Michigan Business Tax surcharge. (Wednesday, January 28, 2009)

SENATOR JANSEN ADDRESSES THE SENATE ON SENATE BILL 1.

Michigan State Senator Mark C. Jansen makes the case on the Senate floor for the bill which would repeal the 22 percent surcharge in the Michigan Business Tax. The surcharge is seen as a direct cause for the loss of thousands of jobs in the state. (Wednesday, January 28, 2009)

SENATOR JASON ALLEN'S WEEKLY INTERVIEW ON WKNW, SAULT STE. MARIE

Senator Jason Allen's Weekly Interview on WKNW, Talk Radio 1400 in Sault Ste. Marie Morning Show with Paul "Junior" VanWagoner. (Tuesday, January 27, 2009)

SENATOR JASON ALLEN'S WEEKLY INTERVIEW ON WTCM'S NORTHERN MICHIGAN FOCUS

Senator Allen's interview with WTCM Radio - Northern Michigan Focus. (Thursday, January 22, 2009)

SENATOR KUIPERS COMMENTS ON THE CSG REPORT ON CORRECTIONS REFORM.

Michigan State Senator Wayne Kuipers discusses in detail some of the findings in the Council of State Governments report on corrections reform. (Thursday, January 22, 2009)

SENATOR CROPSEY COMMENTS ON THE CSG REPORT ON CORRECTIONS REFORM.

Michigan State Senator Alan Cropsey expains the reasoning and need behind the study by the Council of State Governments on corrections reform. (Thursday, January 22, 2009)

SENATOR JASON ALLEN'S WEEKLY INTERVIEW ON WKNW, SAULT STE. MARIE

Senator Jason Allen's Weekly Interview on WKNW, Talk Radio 1400 in Sault Ste. Marie Morning Show with Paul "Junior" VanWagoner. (Tuesday, January 13, 2009)

SENATOR ALLEN TOUTS MICHIGAN TOURISM, WINTER SPORTS ON ANNUAL SNOWMOBILE TREK (CLIP 5 OF 5)