I hope you and your family enjoyed a restful holiday break and have had a happy start to the new year. I am deeply humbled to have the opportunity to serve you for the next four years as the state senator of the 21st District. I would like to give a special thank you to state Sen. John Proos for his outstanding service to our community and assistance in facilitating a smooth transition.

As a member of the 100th Legislature, I am excited to represent our district and its emphasis on hard work, self-reliance and family values in Lansing. As many important policy issues come before me, I will always take your viewpoints into account when making tough decisions.

My staff and I are available anytime if you have questions or opinions about legislation in Lansing, have difficulty with contacting or working with state departments, or have any other concerns.

There are many ways to get in touch with me. My new office address is S-309 Capitol Building, and my mailing address is State Senator Kim LaSata P.O. Box 30036, Lansing, MI 48909-7536. My Lansing office phone number is (517) 373-6960, and my fax number is (517) 373-0897. My email address is SenKLasata@senate.michigan.gov.

I will also have an updated website with more information about my office, legislative priorities and other ways to have your voice be heard that will be available in the next few days.

Finally, I will be announcing my district office location soon so residents of the 21st District can stop by for a conversation, receive publications or other state resources, and can share their thoughts on our great state.

It is a tremendous privilege to serve our community, and I am grateful for the trust you have placed in me. I take my responsibilities very seriously and will work hard to advocate for our district and make decisions that continue to move Michigan forward. I am excited for a productive year and getting to know you in my new role as your state senator.

Kim LaSata, R, represents the 21st District, which includes Berrien, Cass and St. Joseph counties.