Senator Michele Hoitenga's Press Releases

LANSING, Mich. — State Sen. Michele Hoitenga expressed her gratitude on Thursday to President Donald Trump for the additional federal emergency aid to support Northern Michigan communities still recovering from last year’s devastating ice storm. “The people of rural Michigan are incredibly resilient, but many are still navigating the challenges left in the wake of this historic storm,” said Hoitenga, R-Manton. “At a time when our

LANSING, Mich. — State Sen. Michele Hoitenga this week introduced legislation to stop the practice of state environmental and conservation officers entering private property without a warrant or the owner’s consent. “This legislation is a crucial step toward restoring and protecting private property rights in Michigan,” said Hoitenga, R-Manton. “Property owners should not have to fear bureaucrats from the DNR and EGLE trespassing on their land

LANSING, Mich. — State Sen. Michele Hoitenga this week announced new legislation to increase transparency and legislative oversight in the process of utility rate increases across Michigan. “Michigan families and small businesses are tired of seeing their bills rise without any clear explanation from utilities or regulators,” said Hoitenga, R-Manton. “If a company wants to raise rates, they should have to justify every penny in public,

LANSING, Mich. — State Sen. Michele Hoitenga on Friday addressed questions raised by constituents about Michigan’s budget process and the federal government’s tariff policies. “Throughout my time in office, I’ve seen the state budget process play out under both Democratic and Republican leadership, with some years proving more contentious than others,” said Hoitenga, R-Manton. “With the Senate and now the House having passed their budgets, it’s

LANSING, Mich. — State Sen. Michele Hoitenga and Rep. Parker Fairbairn on Thursday acknowledged the Michigan Natural Resources Commission’s (NRC) commitment to allow coyote hunting year-round, while stressing the need for the commission to follow through with permanent policy changes. “The Natural Resources Commission’s announcement is a step in the right direction, but it was not the final decision we were hoping for,” said Hoitenga, R-Manton.

LANSING, Mich. — State Sen. Michele Hoitenga will host an in-district office hour to meet with local residents on Tuesday, Aug. 19. Hoitenga will meet with constituents from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. in the Michigan Room at the Onaway Branch of the Presque Isle District Library, 20774 State St., Onaway. Those with accessibility issues may use the building’s rear entrance. Office hours are open to