Gov. Snyder makes appointments to Developmental Disabilities Council
LANSING — Gov. Rick Snyder today announced the initial appointments to the Developmental Disabilities Council, which was created by Executive Order 2016-20 to better align the council with state and federal law.
Housed within the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, the 21-member council advocates for people with disabilities on a statewide level.
“It’s vitally important that all Michiganders with disabilities feel their voices are heard and that they have someone looking out for their best interests. I’m confident these members will do substantial work with this council,” Snyder said.
McWilliams, Milberger, Palmer, Rock and Yeomans will serve terms expiring Sept. 30, 2017. DeVries, Johnson, Kline and Grost will serve terms expiring Sept. 30, 2018. Timbs, Arnold, Taylor and Williams will serve terms expiring Sept. 30, 2019. Bolger and Simmons will serve terms ending Sept. 30, 2020.

Gov. Snyder makes reappointments to Michigan Board of Massage Therapy
LANSING — Gov. Rick Snyder today announced the reappointments of Tiffany Gennety of Roseville and JT Stout of Lansing to the Michigan Board of Massage Therapy.
Housed within the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs, the 11-member board plays an advisory role overseeing the practice of massage therapists.
“I thank Tiffany and JT for continuing their service on this board. I am confident they will have a positive impact on the massage therapy profession statewide,” Snyder said.
Members will serve four-year terms expiring Dec. 31, 2020. Their appointments are subject to the advice and consent of the Senate.