From a constituent in Rockford, MIRestore funding for GVSU's pathogen monitoring and training lab
<message> The wastewater monitoring program at Grand Valley State University has proven invaluable for tracking COVID-19 and other viral illnesses in the community. Terminating federal funding would deprive health officials and the public of crucial data for monitoring and responding to disease outb
From a constituent in Rockford, MIRestore lawful communication and record-keeping protocols for government
I urge you to discontinue the reckless and illegal use of insecure communication channels like Signal for sensitive government matters. The recent Signalgate scandal exposes how officials brazenly risked national security by discussing military operations over this app, potentially compromising oper
From a constituent in Rockford, MIReject unconstitutional federal overreach on state election authority
The so-called "Executive Order on Promoting Free and Fair Elections" from the Trump administration seeks to impose unprecedented nationwide requirements for voter identification, standardized vote tabulation, and federally-approved voting machines. It represents a blatant and extreme overreach of fe
From a constituent in Rockford, MIResume USDA Emergency Food Assistance Program funding immediately
The U.S. Department of Agriculture's decision to pause the Emergency Food Assistance Program funding is having a devastating impact on food banks like Feeding America West Michigan and the local farmers who supply them. This food bank expected to receive 32 truckloads, or 600,000 pounds, of food val
From a constituent in Rockford, MIOppose reopening private immigration detention center
The reopening of the Lake County prison as an immigration detention facility operated by the for-profit prison company GEO Group raises serious concerns about transparency, accountability, and the prioritization of profits over humane treatment. Private prisons like GEO Group have a troubling track
From a constituent in Rockford, MII am writing to express my strong opposition to House Bill 4085. This legislation, which aims to standardize zoning regulations for data centers across the state. It poses a significant threat to local control, undermines our ability to address critical environmental justice concerns, and disproport
From a constituent in Rockford, MIState Rep. Posthumus's maintenance of separate residences from his wife, in distinct legislative districts, raises serious questions about his adherence to Michigan's residency requirements for elected officials. This apparent discrepancy undermines his vocal advocacy for stricter voter fraud measur
From a constituent in Rockford, MIProtect Libraries, Community Development - Reject Defunding Order
Reject Trump's May 14, 2025 Executive Order. Defunding the Institute of Museum and Library Services and Community Development Financial Institutions Fund will have severe consequences for literacy programs, community development initiatives, and support for American communities across the nation. Li
From a constituent in Rockford, MIOppose irresponsible deregulation of concealed carry in Michigan
HB4213 would drastically roll back restrictions on where concealed firearms can be carried in Michigan. It seeks to allow concealed carry in nearly all public spaces, including schools, daycares, sports venues, places of worship, large entertainment facilities, hospitals, and college campuses. The o
From a constituent in Rockford, MIThe Environmental Protection Agency's role is crucial in safeguarding our environment and public health. Repealing critical regulations on air and water pollution, greenhouse gas emissions, and environmental protections for vulnerable communities would severely undermine these fundamental responsibi
From a constituent in Rockford, MIReinstate Great Lakes lamprey control staff to protect fisheries
The recent firings of 14 U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service employees tasked with controlling invasive sea lamprey in the Great Lakes region pose a dire threat to the $7 billion Great Lakes fishery. For decades, this program has successfully reduced sea lamprey populations by 90% through carefully coordin
From a constituent in Rockford, MIResponsible implementation of Michigan's extreme risk protection law prevents tragedies.
The new data on Michigan's extreme risk protection law, also known as the "red flag" law, shows that it is effectively addressing dangerous situations before harm occurs. In the first year since its implementation, 287 gun confiscation orders were issued, indicating that firearms were removed from i
From a constituent in Rockford, MIFully fund Michigan's K-12 education for student success
Michigan school children are facing severe budget cuts to education funding which will harm their ability to learn and succeed. The Michigan House has approved a $20 billion budget plan for the upcoming 2025-2026 fiscal year that slashes $5 billion from K-12 school aid. These draconian cuts will for
From a constituent in Rockford, MIReinstate anti-money laundering transparency measures to safeguard integrity
The administration's decision to suspend reporting requirements and penalties under the anti-money laundering law, which is a law, enables anonymous shell companies to operate without oversight, posing significant risks of money laundering, corruption, and tax evasion on a large scale. This contradi
From a constituent in Rockford, MIBan taxpayer funds for risky, unregulated cryptocurrencies
No spending taxpayer dollars on cryptocurrency The recent $1.5 billion heist targeting the Dubai-based cryptocurrency exchange Bybit, orchestrated by North Korean state-sponsored hackers, exemplifies the grave risks posed by cryptocurrencies. This unprecedented theft surpasses all previous cyber hei
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