Richardville for Romney, Miller for Perry
State Senate Majority Leaders Randy Richardville (R-Monroe) announced his endorsement of former Massachusetts Governor Mitt Romney in his effort to win the GOP nod and challenge President Barack Obama. Richardville will join Michigan Attorney General Bill Schuette in serving as co-chairs of Romney’s Michigan R-Harrison Township
Bill Introduced to Tighten-Up Recall Standards
Legislation was introduced in the Senate this week to make it harder to recall some elected officials. Senate Bill 629, introduced by Senator John Gleason (D-Flushing), extends the time period an elected official must be in office prior to being subject to a recall from six-months to one-year among other changes.
Schuette, Moolenaar Recall Language Approved
The Midland County Elections Commission has approved language in recall efforts targeting Attorney General Bill Schuette and State Senator John Moolenaar (R-Midland). The effort against Schuette is based on the AG’s opinion regarding medical marijuana dispensaries. Senator Moolenaar is now the 28th GOP lawmaker facing a potential recall.
Teacher Pension Elimination Bill Introduced
Legislation to transition teachers from pensions to a defined contribution plan was introduced by Senator Rick Jones (R-Grand Ledge) in the Senate this week. SB 593 represents an effort for reform that has been attempted for years and would reportedly come with an estimated $100 - $200 million up-front transition cost.
Welfare Reform Bills Signed