Dear Neighbor,

Welcome to my first newsletter of 2025 and the 103rd Legislature – bringing you the Latest from Lansing and the Lakes! After a changing of the guard in Lansing and Washington, we are back in session, and I am excited to begin another term advocating for the people of West Bloomfield, Commerce, and the Lakes!

Topics covered in this newsletter include:

  • 103rd Legislature Swearing-In
  • Gov. Whitmer signs my Canvassing Integrity Act into law!
  • My committee assignments for the 103rd Legislature
  • Celebrating WBPD’s longtime Chief Mike Patton
  • Upcoming Nosh with Noah – 2/10/25

Please don’t hesitate to reach out to me, to express your views, or to seek help on an issue or with a state agency. It is an honor and privilege to serve as your state representative, and I strive every day to be worthy of the trust you have placed in me. Make sure to follow my official Facebook page to keep up-to-date on upcoming events, legislation, and other announcements!

 

Sincerely,

A blue cursive signature that reads "Noah"

State Representative Noah Arbit

 

The Latest from Lansing

◆ Official Swearing-In for my 2nd Term

 

Michigan State Representative Noah Arbit being ceremoniously sworn into the 103rd Legislature by Michigan Supreme Court Justice Kyra Harris Bolden.

 

It was an honor to be sworn in by Supreme Court Justice Kyra Harris Bolden for my second term, joined by my parents Dr. Steve and Edie Arbit. For my second term, my promise to you, the people of West Bloomfield, Commerce, Keego Harbor, Orchard Lake, Sylvan Lake, and Bloomfield remains the same as it always has: to wake up every day and work my heart out to represent you and your family with faith and fidelity. I won’t promise perfection, but whether we agree or disagree on a given issue, I promise to listen to your perspective, consider your views, and respond to your needs.

◆ Gov. Whitmer signs my Canvassing Integrity Act into law!

 

Anyone who violates Michigan election law to undermine or interfere with our democracy has no business serving in a position to oversee our elections, let alone certify results. I introduced the Canvassing Integrity Act to ensure that they won’t. The Canvassing Integrity Act prevents anyone convicted of an election crime from serving as a member of the Board of State Canvassers or a county board of election canvassers, which oversee and certify elections. This bill is a critical effort in my ongoing commitment to strengthening our democracy in Michigan.

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◆ Committees for the 103rd Legislature

 

A graphic displaying Michigan State Representative Noah Arbit's committee assignments. He will serve on the Michigan House Committee on Natural Resources and Tourism and on the Michigan House Committee on Communications and Technology. A quote from Representative Arbit at the bottom reads "On these committees, I will continue to champion our inland lakes and advocate for vigorous consumer protection in tech."

 

I am excited to continue as a member of the Natural Resources Committee this term, where I will prioritize efforts to protect our inland lakes here in Greater West Bloomfield and Commerce. 

The Communications and Technology Committee is a new committee, and I am excited to dig in and learn about how we can utilize digital platforms to deliver improved government services to Michiganders, as well as ensure the safety of our state with respect to advances in AI.

 

The Latest from the Lakes

◆ Celebrating WBPD Chief Mike Patton

 

Michigan State Representative Noah Arbit and Michigan State Senator Rosemary Bayer presenting Chief Mike Patton with a framed certificate honoring him on his retirement.

 

On Friday, January 10th, I had the privilege of joining our West Bloomfield community in honoring Chief Mike Patton and congratulating him on his well-earned retirement. Chief Patton has faithfully served the West Bloomfield Police Department and our community for four decades, and has left a lasting legacy of integrity, sacrifice, passion and transparency. We will miss him deeply as our Chief, but we also congratulate him on being appointed as a West Bloomfield Township Trustee!

 

◆ Doherty Students Visit Lansing

 

Michigan State Representative Noah Arbit and Michigan State Senator Rosemary Bayer posing for a photo with 3rd Graders from Doherty Elementary.

 

In late December, Senator Bayer and I got to welcome 3rd Graders from Doherty Elementary in West Bloomfield to the State Capitol, and they even got the rare, behind-the-scenes visit to the House floor (only allowed if a representative is escorting!). Rosemary and I loved chatting with the kiddos about state government and our commitment to fighting for West Bloomfield!

 

Upcoming Events

 

A graphic for Nosh with Noah on Monday, February 10 at 11:30 AM in the West Bloomfield Library at 4600 Walnut Lake Road. The graphic reads "Meet your State Representative, learn about the latest legislation in Lansing, and discuss your policy priorities and interests."

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Join me for my first “Nosh with Noah” community conversation of the year at the West Bloomfield Public Library! These monthly conversations give me a chance to update you on what I’ve been working on in the State House – from protecting our inland lakes to expanding consumer protections to supporting our small businesses. These conversations are also your best opportunity to discuss your views about issues impacting you or your family directly with me. All are welcome to join!

 

How Can We Help? Get In Touch with my Office!

There’s no wrong reason to reach out to me! My team and I are eager to assist you with any of the following services:

  • Assistance with unemployment insurance
  • Navigating issues with state agencies like the Secretary of State, Department of Health and Human Services, and Department of Treasury, Department of Insurance and Financial Services
  • State income tax return questions
  • Legislative updates
  • Recognition for a small business or outstanding individual 
  • Connections with local or federal leaders who serve our community
  • Other resources or assistance–if we don’t offer it, we’ll help you find it!

Please don’t hesitate to reach out to me with any comments, questions, or concerns that you have. Stay tuned for next month’s edition of the Latest from Lansing and the Lakes!