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Reflecting upon the successes of 2016
The achievements we made in 2016 will continue moving Michigan forward on the road to recovery. We continued to cultivate a positive environment for job ...
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Landmark policy puts Michigan consumers first
Gov. Rick Snyder last week signed the Michigan Comprehensive Energy Plan legislation into law. The landmark reforms are the culmination of several years of work ...
by John Proos, Thursday, December 29, 2016 9:10 am
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Legislation further promotes hunting safety
Our rich hunting heritage plays a vital role in Michigan’s economy and way of life — with Michigan hunter participation ranking third in the nation. ...
by John Proos, Wednesday, December 14, 2016 6:21 pm
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Senate resolution urges nuclear fuel recycling
Safe and reliable nuclear energy facilities like the Cook Nuclear Plant in Southwest Michigan provide much of our nation’s power and can continue to help ...
by John Proos, Thursday, December 8, 2016 8:30 am
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Helping economic development in border communities
In the last six years, Michigan has created more than 480,000 private-sector jobs. Although it is a positive result for Michigan residents, we must continue ...
by John Proos, Thursday, December 1, 2016 8:34 am
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Thanksgiving a time to celebrate family, friends
Thanksgiving is a time to gather together with family and friends and give thanks for our many blessings. We have much to be thankful for ...
by John Proos, Wednesday, November 23, 2016 9:45 am
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Re-envisioning regional transportation
Public transportation has traditionally been viewed as solely an urban resource or for those who have no other viable option. As we move forward, it ...
by John Proos, Thursday, November 17, 2016 10:55 am
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Protecting veterans’ graves
LANSING — Sen. John Proos has introduced legislation seeking to stop the theft of veterans’ grave markers in Michigan. “America’s veterans and their families make ...
by John Proos, Tuesday, November 15, 2016 9:58 am
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Honoring the sacrifice of Michigan’s veterans
One of my greatest honors as your senator is taking part in Veterans Day tributes throughout Southwest Michigan to thank our courageous veterans for their ...
by John Proos, Thursday, November 10, 2016 8:43 am
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Exercise your constitutional right — Vote!
While the freedom to choose or reject our leaders makes us the beacon of liberty in the world, voter turnout nationwide remains low. According to ...
by John Proos, Thursday, November 3, 2016 8:25 am
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Support up-and-coming spirit producers
Small-volume distillers in Michigan must deal with Prohibition-era rules and regulations and a tax system that treats them the same as giant spirit makers like ...
by John Proos, Thursday, October 27, 2016 10:37 am
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October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Among Michigan women, breast cancer is the most frequently diagnosed cancer and the second leading cause of cancer deaths. It is a somber reality that ...
by John Proos, Thursday, October 20, 2016 8:53 am
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Man rowing across Lake Michigan to show support for childhood cancer
We have made great strides in the fight against pediatric cancer, yet cancer remains the leading cause of death by disease for American children. Although ...
by John Proos, Thursday, October 6, 2016 11:05 am
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Southwest Michigan families say thank you to area farmers
Michigan is home to more than 52,000 farms — more than 95 percent of which are family owned and operated. Our farmers are the heart ...
by John Proos, Thursday, September 29, 2016 8:56 am
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Have a safe, successful deer hunting experience
Hunting has always been a favorite tradition and pastime of many Southwest Michigan families, and I will continue to protect your hunting rights. I want ...
by John Proos, Thursday, September 22, 2016 8:59 am
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Tele-town hall meeting hosts 1,877 participants
More than 1,800 Southwest Michigan residents were able to share with me their priorities for the future during a recent tele-town hall meeting. For several ...
by John Proos, Thursday, September 15, 2016 9:13 am
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Remembering heroes lost on 9/11
Fifteen years ago, on Sept. 11, we saw one of the greatest losses of life in our history. While the tragedy of that day will ...
by John Proos, Thursday, September 8, 2016 8:10 am
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Look out for scammers using cloned state phone numbers
Scam artists are becoming more bold and clever in disguising their fraudulent activity and are increasingly targeting vulnerable populations, like our seniors. I urge all ...
by John Proos, Thursday, September 1, 2016 8:47 am
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New laws allow tax checkoff box for Red Cross donations
For more than 100 years, the American Red Cross has helped millions of people — from being there to assist a family after a house ...
by John Proos, Thursday, August 18, 2016 9:44 am
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August is National Family Fun Month
Summertime may be winding down, but that doesn’t mean an end to the fun. Michigan offers families a wide variety of outstanding late summer and ...
by John Proos, Thursday, August 11, 2016 9:32 am
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Supporting our local heroes
Law enforcement officers and first responders put their lives on the line every day to safeguard our families and communities. Sadly, some of these brave ...
by John Proos, Thursday, July 28, 2016 8:56 am
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Bills to crack down on abusers of disabled people
All Michigan residents deserve to live with respect and dignity. People with disabilities can often have difficulty caring for themselves and protecting themselves. Unfortunately, we ...
by John Proos, Thursday, July 21, 2016 10:16 am
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Initiative designed to thank a farmer
Michigan is home to more than 51,000 farms — more than 95 percent of which are family owned and operated. Our farmers are the heart ...
by John Proos, Thursday, July 14, 2016 9:40 am
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Celebrate the outdoors with a Michigan Activity Pass
We are blessed to have numerous ways to have fun in our great outdoors, and I encourage Southwest Michigan families to get outdoors this summer ...
by John Proos, Thursday, July 7, 2016 9:39 am
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Have a fun and safe Fourth of July
The Fourth of July is a joyous time to celebrate our freedoms, show our pride in our country and remember the declaration proclaimed more than ...
