Strengthen consumer protections
House Democrats are committed to increasing consumer protections for Michigan residents. We voted to repeal Michigan's unfair and one-of-a-kind 1996 law that gives big drug companies total immunity when they sell dangerous drugs, such as Vioxx, that harm or kill our residents. We also are cracking down on identity theft, one of the fastest-growing crimes in the nation, by taking steps to protect our residents. In addition, we are tackling predatory lending and unscrupulous insurance companies that inflate consumers' rates based on their ZIP codes.
Deep cuts to education will put children's, state's future on the line
- — October 23, 2009
Lawmakers oppose eliminating scholarships that serve 100,000
- — September 22, 2009
Lawmakers work to protect vital programs as House moves to pass deep cuts
- — September 18, 2009
Plan takes aim at financial exploitation, increases consumer protections
- — June 29, 2009
Lawmaker to represent Michigan at legislative conference in July
- — June 05, 2009
Federal funding aims to improve learning through use of technology
- — May 20, 2009
Plan to open state spending, MCCA to public scrutiny passes House
- — April 01, 2009
$250M in tax credits will encourage suppliers to consolidate in Michigan
- — March 26, 2009
Plan offers 90-day lifeline to homeowners who seek help to avoid foreclosure
- — March 11, 2009
Money will finance maintenance, energy efficiency upgrades at Michigan bases
- — March 05, 2009
Statewide contest gives fourth grade students chance to become local historians
- — February 20, 2009
Representative also appointed Associate Whip by colleagues
- — February 04, 2009
Homeownership Event Scheduled
- — February 03, 2009
Evening Constituent Meeting Scheduled
- — February 02, 2009
Monthly Constituent Meeting Scheduled
- — February 02, 2009
Representative's spaghetti dinner raised thousands for Michigan veterans
- — October 15, 2008
Plan will prevent property taxes from increasing when home values decrease
- — October 01, 2008
Troops could terminate cell phone contracts if called to active duty
- — September 25, 2008
Outdoor advertising companies will use digital billboards to display AMBER Alerts
- — September 11, 2008
Representative will host spaghetti dinner for veterans charities
- — August 25, 2008
Representative will meet with residents at the Westland Public Library
- — August 13, 2008
Legislators' plan blocks rise in property's taxable value when home value drops
- — July 24, 2008
Lawmakers present American flag to U.S. Marine in honor of service
- — July 21, 2008
Plan will promote fuel-efficient travel, save commuters money
- — June 24, 2008
Plan will distribute grants to increase patrolling on county and local roads
- — June 11, 2008
Upcoming Michigan Environmental Compliance Conference to be held in Livonia
- — May 28, 2008
Lawmaker's plan protects financial assistance raised by tax checkoff option
- — May 22, 2008
Schoolcraft to get $15M for Public Safety/Homeland Security Building
- — April 23, 2008
Representative to distribute saplings in celebration of Earth Day and Arbor Day
- — April 22, 2008
Plan aims to protect Michigan seniors from financial exploitation
- — February 11, 2008
Lawmaker honored by the Michigan Association of the Chiefs of Police
- — February 08, 2008
- — January 11, 2008
Legislation punishes those who hire undocumented workers, protects Michigan jobs
- — November 15, 2007
Proposal that protects financial assistance raised by tax check-off option passes House
- — November 08, 2007
Lawmaker says plan is a cost-effective way for consumers to keep in touch
- — November 01, 2007
Educational forum sponsored by the Michigan Mortgage Brokers Association
- — October 31, 2007
House tourism committee takes testimony on a plan to create annual program for deer season
- — October 23, 2007
Plan aimed at boosting consumer protections also bans lavish gifts to doctors
- — October 22, 2007
House tourism committee takes testimony on a plan to create annual program for deer season
- — October 22, 2007
New program helping families avoid foreclosure will boost economy
- — October 12, 2007
'Charlie's Bill' requires employers to provide paid bereavement leave
- — September 07, 2007
Book distribution program provides resources for those in need
- — September 07, 2007
Plan to reward job creation, attract business will propel Michigan forward
- — July 12, 2007
Package cracks down on diversion, selling Michigan water for profit
- — July 02, 2007
Recent national recall of popular train set underscores need for action
- — June 26, 2007
Veterans wounded in Iraq or Afghanistan can get free tickets for June 17
- — June 14, 2007
Plan boosts renewable energy production and aids in fight against global warming
- — June 11, 2007
Bipartisan effort will reduce crime, keep automobile insurance rates low
- — June 06, 2007
Lawmaker also votes for reforms that streamline education spending
- — May 24, 2007
Plan offers $700M in tax credits, slashes Personal Property Tax
- — May 02, 2007
Restaurant supplied food for traditional meal in honor of first bill passing
- — May 01, 2007
Plan puts Michigan job creators first, offers $700M in tax credits, slashes Personal Property Tax
- — April 25, 2007
New building will house math, science, tech programs
- — April 20, 2007
Plan passed by House gives returning vets 90 days to return to jobs
- — March 29, 2007
Proposal aims to increase safety for drivers, pedestrians
- — March 27, 2007
New initiative gives Michigan's entrepreneurs tools to succeed
- — March 26, 2007
Legislation allows residents to freeze accounts, access to credit reports
- — March 20, 2007
Plan aims to spur real estate market, jumpstart Michigan's economy
- — March 14, 2007
'Robocallers' would need to identify themselves or face punishment
- — March 13, 2007
Plan suspends 'pop-up tax' on home sales, protects homeowners in tough times
- — March 12, 2007
Plan ends health care for life for lawmakers, cuts budget by over 5 percent
- — March 05, 2007
Grant will help offset damage done by invasive pest
- — February 14, 2007
Public invited to hearing to be held in Westland on Feb. 26
- — February 14, 2007
Lawmaker hails plan to invest in alternative energies, create highly skilled workforce
- — February 07, 2007
Longtime reserve police officer will fight to ensure safety of residents
- — January 25, 2007
Leading list of priorities: Affordable health care, education, alternative energy
- — January 22, 2007
Lawmaker begins fight to end immunity for drug companies, ban landfill expansion
- — January 10, 2007