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14th District State Senator Sue Shink says Michigan needs to join the growing number of states that have established a Prescription Drug Affordability Board, or PDAB. The Northfield Township Democrat held a Town Hall meeting in Ann Arbor Thursday to talk about legislation. WEMU's Kevin Meerschaert reports.
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A coalition of Michigan House Democrats concerned about the spread of avian influenza is hoping to pass several resolutions to address the issue. WEMU’s Ana Longoria has the story.
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The Washtenaw Legislative Delegation will host a town hall Thursday to hear constituent concerns about the ongoing federal budget and employee cuts. WEMU’s Ana Longoria has more.
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Almost a month has passed since the 103rd legislative session started here in Michigan. 47th House District State Representative Carrie Rheingans reflects on her first month in this session. WEMU’s Ana Longoria has more.
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A bill to repeal Michigan’s ban on local rent controls has been introduced in the state House but may not even get a hearing. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.
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The 102nd Michigan legislative session adjourned for the year with its session still scheduled to conclude January 8th. 47th House District State Representative Carrie Rheingans released a statement after the last Legislature for the year ended in a lame duck session. WEMU’s Ana Longoria has more.
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The results are in for the races for the Michigan House of Representatives, including those that are located in, or cover parts of, Washtenaw County.
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47th Michigan State House incumbent Democrat Carrie Rheingans is being challenged by Republican Teresa Spiegelberg. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert takes a look at the race.
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State Representative Carrie Rheingans introduced a rent control bill into the state Legislature last month. Now, the Democrat from Ann Arbor is facing a rent hike from her landlord. WEMU’s Josh Hakala reports.
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Michigan lawmakers are renewing an effort to give physician’s assistants, or PAs for short, more authority. Colin Jackson has more.