Knollenberg for Congress
As has long been expected, State Representative Marty Knollenberg (R-Troy) has announced that he will file the required paperwork with the Federal Elections Commission in pursuit of a run for the U.S. House. Although it is uncertain how the districts will appear after the Legislature re-draws the lines, Rep. Knollenberg’s current State House seat is in the 9th U.S. House District, the seat once held by his father, former Rep. Joe Knollenberg, until his defeat by the incumbent U.S. Rep. Gary Peters (D-Bloomfield Township
State Police Post Closure Recommendation Receives Nod from Lawmakers
Three key lawmakers have voiced support for the recommended closure of 33 State Police Posts, as reported in last week’s PAAdvisory. Chair of the House Appropriations State Police Subcommittee, Representative Peter MacGregor (R-Rockford), Minority Vice Chair Rep. Richard LeBlanc (D-Westland), and Senate Appropriations Subcommittee Chair Senator Patrick Colbeck (R-Canton Township) all indicated that the recommendation reflects a financial reality and a change in how MSP currently operates.
Vanderbilt Casino Ordered Closed
A Federal Court issued an injunction Tuesday, ordering the closure of the Bay Mills Indian Community’s new casino in Vanderbilt. Judge Paul Maloney found the tribe to be operating the casino illegally, as casinos can only be operated on parcels legally added to a tribe’s previously held lands. Bay Mills has appealed the ruling to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth District.
Governor Signs/Defends Unemployment Insurance Legislation
Governor Snyder signed legislation Monday, providing an extension in benefits for Michigan