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Rigas urges action on Michigan's tipped wage and sick leave reforms

State Representative Angela Rigas, representing Caledonia, joined her fellow House Republicans on Friday to call for action on reforms related to Michigan's tipped wage and paid sick leave laws.

By South Kent News | Dec 14, 2024

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Rep. Rigas criticizes Supreme Court ruling affecting local restaurants

State Representative Angela Rigas expressed her concerns following a Michigan Supreme Court decision that will raise the minimum wage and eliminate the tip credit for workers such as servers and bartenders.

By South Kent News | Jul 31, 2024

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Michigan representative urges more resources for police after officer deaths

By South Kent News | Jul 23, 2024

State Representative Angela Rigas has called for increased resources for law enforcement following the recent deaths of several police officers in Michigan.

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Rep. Angela Rigas criticizes new Democrat fiscal year 2025 budget

By South Kent News | Jun 27, 2024

State Representative Angela Rigas has voiced her opposition to the recently passed Democrat fiscal year 2025 budget.

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Rep. Rigas requests investigation into Rep. Grant's COVID-19 relief fund discrepancies

By South Kent News | May 25, 2024

State Representative Angela Rigas has formally requested an investigation into State Representative Kristian Grant's tax filings related to COVID-19 small business recovery funds.

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Rep. Angela Rigas opposes Democratic budget proposals citing transparency and privacy concerns

By South Kent News | May 9, 2024

State Representative Angela Rigas has expressed strong opposition to the budget proposals put forth by Democrats, which she argues would significantly alter state governance with policies she describes as far-left.

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Bill targets use of PFAS in Michigan household appliances

By South Kent News | May 9, 2024

State Representative Angela Rigas has voiced strong opposition to a new Democratic bill targeting the use of perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in household appliances.

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Sen. Albert: New Senate Republican plan promises better future for Michigan’s economy

By South Kent News | May 1, 2024

LANSING, Mich. — State Sen. Thomas Albert and his Senate Republican colleagues unveiled a comprehensive plan aimed at revitalizing Michigan’s economy, enhancing infrastructure, and supporting the workforce. Senator Albert, representing Lowell, expressed the necessity of this initiative, stating, "We must reverse course before it’s too late and we are plunged back into the economic dark ages of the early 2000s."The proposed plan, encompassed in Senate Bills 845 through 855 and Senate Joint Resolution C, includes measures to restore Right to Work, streamline business...

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Sen. Albert schedules April office hours in Ionia and Kent counties

By South Kent News | Apr 17, 2024

LANSING, Mich. — State Sen. Thomas Albert has scheduled in-district office hours to meet with residents at two locations on Friday, April 26. The times and locations for the office hours are not specified in the provided text.Office hours are open to district residents to talk about issues related to state government or to request assistance with a state issue. Priority will be given to constituents seeking to discuss issues that require privacy.Residents unable to attend office hours may contact Albert’s Senate office via email at [email protected], by calling...

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Sen. Albert Announces In-District Office Hours in Calhoun and Kalamazoo Counties

By South Kent News | Mar 8, 2024

State Sen. Thomas Albert has scheduled in-district office hours to meet with residents at two locations on Monday, March 18. The times and locations for the office hours are not yet announced."Office hours are open to district residents to talk about issues related to state government or to request assistance with a state issue," said Sen. Albert. "Priority will be given to constituents seeking to discuss issues that require privacy."Residents unable to attend office hours may contact Albert’s Senate office via email at [email protected], by calling 517-373-1734, or by...

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State Sen. Albert introduces proposal to allow voters to make decision on Daylight Daylight Saving Time

By South Kent News | Mar 7, 2024

LANSING, Mich. — State Sen. Thomas Albert has introduced a proposal that would give Michigan voters the opportunity to determine the fate of daylight saving time. Albert's Senate Bill 770 aims to put the question of continuing with daylight saving time on the ballot for Michigan voters in the November 2024 election."It has been more than 100 years since our nation first experimented with daylight saving time, and we find ourselves still asking the same question: Why do we do this?" Albert expressed. "I, for one, cannot find a valid reason. It seems to me that changing our...

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Did farm subsidies in cities associated with Kent County rise or fall in 2021?

By South Kent News | Feb 27, 2024

Farms throughout cities in Kent County received $17.8 million less in subsidies in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to the year before.

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How much did farmers in Kent County receive in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021?

By South Kent News | Feb 22, 2024

Farms in Kent County received $7,017,773 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

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Sen. Albert schedules Feb. 23 office hours in Allegan and Barry counties

By South Kent News | Feb 15, 2024

State Senator Thomas Albert has announced that he will be holding office hours in Allegan and Barry counties on Friday, February 23. The purpose of these office hours is to give residents an opportunity to discuss any issues they may have related to state government or to seek assistance with a state matter.The office hours will be open to all district residents, with priority given to those who need to discuss matters that require privacy. No appointment is necessary, although it is advised to arrive early as space may be limited at some locations.Senator Albert...

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Sen. Albert: Governor’s proposed budget would continue irresponsible taxpayer-funded spending spree

By South Kent News | Feb 7, 2024

State Senator Thomas Albert, a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, criticized Governor Gretchen Whitmer's proposed budget, calling it an irresponsible taxpayer-funded spending spree. According to Senator Albert, the governor's budget would burden taxpayers, threaten the financial future of children, and reverse the progress made in paying off debt and improving the state's finances.Senator Albert accused Governor Whitmer of depleting a $9 billion surplus by unnecessarily increasing the state employee payroll and expanding government programs. With the surplus...

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Sen. Albert Criticizes Gov. Whitmer's State of the State Address

By South Kent News | Jan 24, 2024

State Senator Thomas Albert, a Republican from Lowell, has voiced his criticism of Governor Gretchen Whitmer's 2024 State of the State address. In a statement, Senator Albert highlighted his concerns about the governor's proposed policies and called for a different approach.According to Senator Albert, the governor's plans rely on an assumption that the government knows what is best for the people of Michigan. He expressed his belief that the state should not be overly reliant on "Big Government central planners" and should instead focus on proven strategies that benefit...

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Sen. Albert schedules Jan. 12 office hours in Ionia and Kent counties

By South Kent News | Jan 2, 2024

State Sen. Thomas Albert has announced that he will be holding office hours in Ionia and Kent counties on January 12th. This provides an opportunity for residents to meet with the senator and discuss issues related to state government or seek assistance with a state matter.The office hours will be held at two locations, starting with the Lake Odessa Community Library in Lake Odessa from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. The second location will be at Biggby Coffee in Lowell from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. These office hours are open to all district residents, and no appointment is...

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Sen. Albert schedules Dec. 18 office hours in Calhoun and Kalamazoo counties

By South Kent News | Dec 11, 2023

State Senator Thomas Albert has announced that he will be holding office hours in Calhoun and Kalamazoo counties on Monday, December 18th. This is an opportunity for residents to meet with the senator and discuss any issues related to state government or to seek assistance with a state matter.The office hours will be open to all district residents, and Senator Albert encourages constituents to come forward and share their concerns. He stated, "I believe it is important to be accessible to the people I represent. These office hours provide an opportunity for residents to...

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Sen. Albert criticizes Michigan’s economic development policies after failed project

By South Kent News | Nov 21, 2023

State Senator Thomas Albert, a Republican from Lowell, expressed his disappointment with the economic development policies of the Whitmer administration in Michigan. His statement comes after Ford Motor Co. announced that it would proceed with a smaller-scale electric vehicle battery facility in Marshall, Michigan, compared to its initial plans.In his statement, Sen. Albert criticized the state's approach to economic development, referring to it as "massive corporate welfare." He stated, "The Whitmer administration has failed miserably with its massive 'corporate welfare'...

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Sen. Albert schedules Nov. 27 office hours in Allegan and Barry counties

By South Kent News | Nov 20, 2023

State Senator Thomas Albert has announced that he will be holding in-district office hours to meet with residents in Allegan and Barry counties on Monday, November 27th. The specific times and locations for the office hours are yet to be determined.During these office hours, Senator Albert will be available to discuss issues related to state government and provide assistance with any state-related matters. He emphasized that priority will be given to constituents seeking to discuss sensitive issues that require privacy. No appointment is necessary, however, it is advised...