LANSING, Mich. — Legislation to recognize places throughout Michigan that are significant to the history of Native Americans, including along trails that served as a foundation for many state roadways,
Closure of Pugsley Correctional Facility a factor LANSING, Mich. — After the Michigan Senate finalized the state’s Fiscal Year 2017 budget plan on Wednesday, Sen. Wayne Schmidt, R-Traverse City, issued
LANSING, Mich. — State Sen. Wayne Schmidt will hold coffee hours with constituents throughout the 37th Senate District this month. The senator will be available to answer questions and provide
LANSING, Mich. – State Sen. Wayne Schmidt, R-Traverse City, issued the following statement on Tuesday, after it was announced the Pugsley Correctional Facility, located in Kingsley, is to be closed.
Sen. Wayne Schmidt welcomed, from left, State Police Troopers Matthew Williams and Sgt. Timothy Fitzgerald, Michigan Association of Broadcasters President and CEO Karole White, and Government Relations Manager Elena Palombo
Public safety is one of the most important responsibilities of state government. When it comes to keeping our communities safe so we can go to school, work and enjoy time
LANSING, Mich. — State Sen. Wayne Schmidt voted in support of an amendment to the general government budget on Wednesday for a Smart911 system in Michigan. Grand Traverse County first
LANSING, Mich. — Schools would see reduced reporting requirements under legislation approved by the state Senate on Thursday. Michigan school districts are currently required to prepare and submit hundreds of
April is National Donate Life Month. It is a time each year to celebrate the lives of those who were saved by a transplant, recognize those who are still in
LANSING, Mich. — The state Senate on Wednesday approved legislation allocating $27.9 million from the Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund (NRTF) to natural resources improvement and acquisition projects across the
LANSING, Mich. — Maple syrup producers would be able to transport sap from the field to the farm without worry of exceeding Michigan’s seasonal weight restrictions under a bill approved
I look forward to this time each year — not just because spring is around the corner — but because March is National Reading Month. It brings me great joy
LANSING, Mich. – State Sen. Wayne Schmidt has announced upcoming coffee hours to be held with constituents throughout the 37th Senate District in March. The senator will be available to
LANSING, Mich. — The Senate unanimously approved legislation on Tuesday sponsored by state Sen. Wayne Schmidt that would allow the state’s county road commissions to loan money to townships for
Throughout Michigan there is a lot of talk about modernizing our state’s infrastructure. In addition to the need to upgrade roads, bridges, and water pipes, we are also making strides
LANSING, Mich.—State Sen. Wayne Schmidt said 37th District residents can access a free guide on how to appeal property tax assessments on his website and at county clerks offices throughout
LANSING, Mich. – State Sen. Wayne Schmidt, R-Traverse City, will speak at a press conference Monday, Feb. 22 at 9 a.m. to help kick off the Statewide Interoperable Communications Conference.
LANSING, Mich. – State Sen. Wayne Schmidt has announced upcoming coffee hours to be held with constituents throughout the 37th Senate District in February. The senator will be available to
LANSING, Mich. — State Sen. Wayne Schmidt, R-Traverse City, issued the following statement after Gov. Rick Snyder delivered his 2016 State of the State address: “Tonight the governor devoted much
Happy New Year! As we begin 2016 and a new legislative year in the state Senate, I’ve been reflecting on the importance of staying informed and involved with your state