Rep. Witwer’s News

LANSING, Mich., March 21, 2024 — Michigan officials announced today that the state’s unemployment rate dropped to 3.9% in February. Additionally, Michigan's labor force grew by 1.9% year over year, nearly triple the growth rate of the national labor force during the same period. “Michigan’s decrease in unemployment to 3.9% is not just a statistic — it’s the lowest it’s been in 50 years and is a testament to the measured policies we’ve implemented and proof that our strategies are [...]

LANSING, Mich., Feb. 16, 2024 — House Democrats are celebrating over 100 laws that took effect this week. These policies focus on putting people first by uplifting Michiganders from all communities and backgrounds, and 2023 was one of the most productive years in the history of the Michigan Legislature. The laws that went into effect support workers, improve education, protect elections, lower costs, safeguard rights, invest in communities, expand clean energy, increase public safety and decrease gun violence. House Democrats [...]

LANSING, Mich., Jan. 12, 2024 — Representatives from the State Budget Office and the House and Senate fiscal agencies met today for the first Consensus Revenue Estimating Conference of the year. During the conference, economists projected that Michigan has nearly $420 million more in revenue for the 2024 fiscal year than originally projected. In response, state Rep. Angela Witwer (Delta Township), chair of the House Appropriations Committee, issued the following statement: “I’m thrilled to say that we have confirmed a [...]

LANSING, Mich., Sept. 27, 2023 — The Michigan House of Representatives passed House Bill 4337 with strong bipartisan support. The bill would amend a portion of M-50 in Eaton County currently named the “Ensign Francis Flaherty Memorial Highway” to be named the “Ensign Francis Flaherty Medal of Honor Recipient Memorial Highway.” “Our servicemen and service-women make incalculable sacrifices to protect our freedoms and help keep us safe,” said state Rep. Angela Witwer (Delta Township), the sponsor of the bill. “Through [...]

LANSING, Mich., Aug. 28, 2023 — The Eaton County Youth Facility held a groundbreaking ceremony for its expansion last week. The project will create two new housing pods with a total of 14 beds, one new classroom, two new offices and one large dayroom. It will add nearly 14,000 square feet to the facility’s space for residential housing and treatment programs. “The Eaton County Youth Facility plays a critical role in rehabilitating and supporting young people in our community,” said [...]

LANSING, Mich., July 21, 2023 —  Gov. Gretchen Whitmer announced that Michigan’s unemployment rate has decreased to 3.6%, demonstrating again Michigan’s economic momentum. This decrease now places Michigan’s unemployment rate below the 3.7% national average. The rate is at its lowest point since 2000 and remains below 4% for only the third period in nearly 50 years. State Rep. Angela Witwer (Delta Township) issued the following statement on the historically low unemployment numbers:  “Another month of historically low unemployment is [...]

DELTA TOWNSHIP, Mich., July 17, 2023 — General Motors unveiled its all-new 2024 Chevrolet Traverse today. This is the first model of the year of the crossover’s third generation. State Rep. Angela Witwer (Delta Township), who spoke at the unveiling, issued the following statement:  “My district has more than 5,000 GM employees and retirees, and I could not be more excited for GM to unveil its new Chevy Traverse model right here in Delta Township. The announcement is a sign [...]

LANSING, Mich., June 28, 2023 — The Michigan House of Representatives passed the state’s fiscal 2023-24 budget today. It includes the largest investment in education in Michigan’s history, including free breakfast and lunch for every public school student and affordable pre-K for all, as well as substantial investments in workforce recruitment and retention, water infrastructure and public safety. The House delivered a timely and responsible budget that ensures federal funding stays in Michigan. State Rep. Angela Witwer (Delta Township) issued [...]

LANSING, Mich., June 28, 2023 — The Michigan House of Representatives passed a bill earlier this week to rename a portion of I-96 as the Barry Lyn Hause Memorial Highway. In 2020, a driver struck Barry Lyn Hause, critically injuring him while he worked as an operating engineer cutting concrete on one of Michigan’s major state highways. State Rep. Angela Witwer (Delta Township), sponsor of the bill, issued the following statement on the bill’s passage: “Construction workers perform a valuable [...]

LANSING, Mich., June 22, 2023 — The House Committee on Transportation, Mobility, and Infrastructure passed a bill earlier this week to rename a portion of I-96 as the Barry Lyn Hause Memorial Highway. In 2020, a driver struck Barry Lyn Hause, critically injuring him while he worked as an operating engineer cutting concrete on one of Michigan’s major state highways. State Rep. Angela Witwer (Delta Township), sponsor of the bill, issued the following statement on the bill’s passage: “When I [...]

LANSING, Mich., June 9, 2023 — The Michigan House Committee on Transportation, Mobility, and Infrastructure passed House Bill 4337 earlier this week. The bill would amend a portion of M-50 in Eaton County currently named the “Ensign Francis Flaherty Memorial Highway” to be named the “Ensign Francis Flaherty Medal of Honor Recipient Memorial Highway.” Ens. Francis Flaherty received the Medal of Honor for remaining in a turret holding a flashlight on his capsizing ship, the USS Oklahoma, during the attack [...]

LANSING, Mich., May 25, 2023 — The House Committee on Insurance and Financial Services voted in favor of state Rep. Angela Witwer’s (Delta Township) House Bill 4197. The bill would help prevent the financial exploitation of older and vulnerable adults by allowing broker-dealers and investment advisors to place temporary holds on disbursements of funds or securities when financial exploitation is suspected. “I am grateful for the support of this important legislation,” Witwer said. “Older Michiganders have contributed so much to [...]

LANSING, Mich., May 22, 2023 — State Rep. Angela Witwer (Delta Township) partnered with ambassadors from Tri-County Office on Aging, Oasis Senior Advisors and AmeriCorp RSVP, among several other community organizations, hosted a healthy aging fair on Saturday. The goal of the fair was to inform older Michiganders about ways to remain active in the community, provide health and fitness resources, and share information on senior living.  “Our communities and our state owe so much to older Michiganders,” Witwer said. [...]

LANSING, Mich., May 19, 2023 — The Consensus Revenue Estimating Conference took place today following the passage of both the House and Senate budgets. State Rep. Angela Witwer (Delta Township), chair of the House Appropriations Committee, issued the following statement on the House’s budget and the upcoming effort to finalize the state budget: “We’ve delivered meaningful tax relief to our constituents and advanced a fiscally responsible budget plan that funds their priorities. Michiganders have more money in their pockets, and [...]

LANSING, Mich., May 9, 2023 — State Rep. Angela Witwer (Delta Township) held a town hall with Attorney General Dana Nessel and State Director Paula Cunningham  from AARP yesterday in Lansing. The town hall provided a forum to explain the benefits of the repeal of the retirement tax to constituents, answer their questions and deliver information to protect seniors from potential scams. “I have introduced legislation every term I have served to repeal the retirement tax, and it is so [...]

LANSING, Mich., May 4, 2023 — State Rep. Angela Witwer (Delta Township) announced the winners of her Small Business of the Month and Teacher of the Month competitions today.  Congratulations to April’s Teacher of the Month, Mr. Nick Sauve! Nick is a K-5 technology teacher at Waverly Community Schools. To quote his nominator, “Nick teaches with great enthusiasm. He coaches robotics as well. He also teaches the youngest students about using technology responsibly and ethically.” Additionally, his nominator wanted us to [...]

LANSING, Mich., April 26, 2023 — The Michigan House Appropriations Committee passed the budget proposals of several Appropriations subcommittees today supporting key priorities, including police training, lead line replacement and improvements to the agricultural supply chain. State Rep. Angela Witwer (Delta Township), chair of the Appropriations Committee, issued the following statement:  “I’m proud of the work we’ve accomplished. The budgets we passed today set the right priorities, including funding for public safety, investments in rural communities, and support to address [...]

LANSING, Mich., April 13, 2023 — The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) has announced funding is available via the Community Infrastructure Grant to help small communities with local road and transportation infrastructure projects. This program allows for local government investments to be matched by the state — funded by spending included in Senate Bill 7, which allocated $25 million for the Transportation Economic Development Fund.  “We’ve made significant strides in repairing our freeways, but our local roads need more attention,” [...]

LANSING, Mich., April 3, 2023 — State Rep. Angela Witwer (Delta Township) announced the winners of her Small Business of the Month and Teacher of the Month competitions today.  Ms. Molly Buffington, a teacher at Potterville Elementary School, is March’s Teacher of the Month! She received her award during a March is Reading Month event with Rep. Witwer.  "She is amazing in her class and at helping all her students meet their potential,” her nominator wrote. “She plans and puts [...]

LANSING, Mich., March 3, 2023 — The Michigan House of Representatives passed a bipartisan budget supplemental, House Bill 4016, earlier this week. The supplemental makes historic investments in hospitals and health-care workers, supports home energy solutions, funds affordable housing, and attracts investments in manufacturing, including a Ford electric vehicle manufacturing plant in Marshall, which is projected to create 2,500 jobs. State Rep. Angela Witwer(Delta Township) issued the following statement on the supplemental: “This budget supplemental takes on so many of [...]

LANSING, Mich., March 3, 2023 — State Rep. Angela Witwer (Delta Township) introduced House Bill 4197 this week to help prevent the financial exploitation of older and vulnerable adults. It would allow broker-dealers and investment advisors to place temporary holds on disbursements of funds or securities when there is reason to believe that financial exploitation of a customer has occurred. “We must do everything we can to prevent the financial exploitation of vulnerable populations,” said Witwer, who recently introduced her [...]

LANSING, Mich., March 1, 2023 — State Rep. Angela Witwer (Delta Township) announced today the winners of her Small Business of the Month and Teacher of the Month competitions.  Ms. Alice Mills, a kindergarten teacher at Grand Ledge Public Schools, Delta Center Elementary, is February’s teacher of the month! "Ms. Mills is energetic, fun and caring,” her nominator writes. “I've been fortunate enough to have two students have Ms. Mills for Kindergarten, and she is a beloved person for our [...]

LANSING, Mich., Feb. 10, 2023 — The Michigan House passed House Bill 4001 yesterday. The bill — which garnered bipartisan support — provides much-needed tax relief to Michiganders, with a heavy focus on retirees and working families.  “I have been working for years to repeal the retirement tax, and I’m pleased to say that we are one step closer to righting a wrong older Michiganders have endured for over a decade,” said state Rep. Angela Witwer (Delta Township), sponsor of [...]

LANSING, Mich., Feb. 7, 2023 — Gov. Gretchen Whitmer joined the Michigan Economic Development Corp. (MEDC) today to announce that the Shyft Group, a manufacturer of delivery and specialty vehicles, is expanding to produce electric commercial vehicles in Charlotte with support from the Michigan Strategic Fund. The project is expected to generate a total capital investment of $16 million and create 680 manufacturing jobs, supported by an $800,000 Jobs Ready Michigan Program performance-based grant to assist with recruitment and training. [...]

LANSING, Mich., Jan. 26, 2023 — The Michigan House passed House Bill 4001 to repeal the retirement tax today. The retirement tax diminishes the annual income of 500,000 Michigan households by an average of $1,000 per year. State Rep. Angela Witwer (Delta Township) introduced the bill previously in 2019 and 2021, but it never received a hearing in committee. She issued the following statement on the bill’s passage: “My very first act as state representative after I was sworn in [...]

LANSING, Mich., Jan. 25, 2023 — Gov. Gretchen Whitmer delivered the State of the State address tonight before a joint session of the Legislature at the Capitol in Lansing. In the speech, the governor discussed her legislative agenda for the new term, which includes bolstering the economy, increasing public safety, lowering costs for families, protecting fundamental rights, supporting Michigan workers, investing in early childhood education, and attracting talent to Michigan. State Rep. Angela Witwer (Delta Township) issued the following statement [...]

Joe Fedewa LANSING, Mich., Dec. 15, 2022 — State Rep. Angela Witwer (Delta Township), the incoming chair of the House Appropriations Committee, has named Joe Fedewa as senior budget advisor. Fedewa is currently serving as deputy director of legislative affairs for Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, after previously serving as legislative director for Witwer and former state Rep. Tom Cochran (D-Mason), as well as government affairs manager for the Michigan League of Conservation Voters.  “I know from personal experience that [...]

LANSING, Mich., Oct. 3, 2022 — State Rep. Angela Witwer (Delta Township) partnered with ambassadors from Tri-County Office on Aging, Oasis Senior Advisors and AmeriCorp RSVP, among several other community organizations, to host a healthy aging fair on Saturday. The goal of the fair was to inform seniors about ways to remain active in the community, provide health and fitness resources, and share information on senior living.  “Our community wouldn’t be the great place that it is today without the [...]

LANSING, Mich., Sept. 21, 2022 — The 2022-23 state budget included $100 million for the Community Revitalization and Placemaking Grants Program (RAP Program). This program provides grants to eligible real estate rehabilitation and place-based infrastructure projects, public space improvements, and local or regional partners coordinated subgrant programs. Grand Ledge received a $1 million grant from the Michigan Economic Development Corp. (MEDC) to better utilize public space and enhance walkability. State Rep. Angela Witwer (Delta Township) issued the following statement on [...]

LANSING, Mich., July 1, 2022 — The Michigan House of Representatives passed a budget that includes significant investments in education, health care and the economy, including $50 million to promote development projects that promise to attract key manufacturing jobs to the state and $3 million for the Office of Rural Development. The budget also includes $1 million for the Charlotte Fire Department. In response to the budget approval, state Rep. Angela Witwer (Delta Township) issued the following statement: “This is [...]

LANSING, Mich., May 10, 2022 — The House of Representatives voted today to send a proposed amendment to the Michigan Constitution to the November ballot. The amendment would require annual financial disclosure from legislators and state officers and restrict the number of years an individual can serve in the Legislature. After the vote, state Rep. Angela Witwer (Delta Township) issued the following statement: “Michigan is one of only two states in the nation that doesn’t require some form of financial [...]

LANSING, Mich., May 6, 2022 – State Representative Angela Witwer (Delta Township) introduced a resolution yesterday to recognize May 1-7, 2022, as Tardive Dyskinesia (TD) Awareness Week in the state of Michigan as a part of Mental Health Awareness Month. The goal of TD Awareness Week is to help raise awareness and support for people living with the condition. Some people living with a mental health condition may also experience TD, an involuntary movement disorder that is associated with taking [...]

LANSING, Mich., March 24, 2022 — The Michigan House of Representatives passed Senate Bill 565 today, putting billions of dollars to work in communities across the state. State Rep. Angela Witwer (Delta Township) voted in support of the bill, highlighting the nearly $250 million investment in expanding broadband access and $100 million for community development. Witwer issued the following statement: “This is a great example of what can happen when our two parties work together to get something done. I [...]

LANSING, Mich., March 9, 2022 — The Michigan House of Representatives voted today to pass House Bill 5570, a bill that would cut the state’s gas and diesel taxes until Oct. 1. As Russia’s invasion of Ukraine drives gas prices over $4 a gallon, this move is expected to save Michigan drivers $750 million. State Rep. Angela Witwer (Delta Township) issued the following statement after voting in support of the bill: “The people of my district have struggled to make [...]

LANSING, Mich., March 9, 2022 — The Michigan House of Representatives voted today to pass House Bill 5570, a bill that would cut the state’s gas and diesel taxes until Oct. 1. As Russia’s invasion of Ukraine drives gas prices over $4 a gallon, this move is expected to save Michigan drivers $750 million. State Rep. Angela Witwer (Delta Township) issued the following statement after voting in support of the bill:   “The people of my district have struggled to [...]

LANSING, Mich., March 7, 2022 — Last week, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s Food Security Council issued its final report, which includes recommendations to decrease food insecurity in Michigan. Recommendations include increasing funding for programs providing fresh food, seeking feedback from Michiganders who use community food programs and ensuring Medicaid beneficiaries can access medically appropriate food. State Rep. Angela Witwer (Delta Township), who serves on the Food Security Council, issued the following statement in support of the council’s work and recommendations: “We’ve [...]

LANSING, Mich., Feb. 24, 2022 – Today, the Senate Judiciary Committee voted out House Bills 4562 and 4563, which would make the parole process more compassionate for victims of violent crime. Currently, if a prisoner is denied parole, the parole board is required to conduct a review of the case at least every two years, even when there is little to no chance of a prisoner ever receiving parole. HBs 4562-63 would allow parole boards the option to conduct the [...]

LANSING, Mich., Feb. 22, 2022 — Today, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed into law House Bill 4348, which would expand access and lower medication costs for Michiganders. State Rep. Angela Witwer (Delta Township), who served on the governor’s prescription drug task force and attended the signing ceremony at a Lansing Meijer, issued the following statement: “I applaud the governor for signing this bill into law. I’ve worked tirelessly to address escalating drug costs since becoming a state legislator. No one should [...]

LANSING, Mich., Feb. 9, 2022 — Today, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer unveiled her priorities for the fiscal year 2023 state budget. In a presentation to both the House and Senate Appropriations Committees, Budget Director Chris Harkins outlined the governor’s plans on a number of critical issues. The governor continued to stress much-needed investments in our educational system and critical infrastructure across the state. In response, state Rep. Angela Witwer (Delta Township) issued the following statement: “The governor has laid out a set [...]

LANSING, Mich., Jan. 4, 2021 — Today, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed an executive directive to create the Office of Rural Development within the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development. The Office of Rural Development would analyze and address the ramifications of population and demographic trends, create policy goals, provide guidance on education, identify energy and communication needs, improve access to existing resources, and assist communities applying for grants, all with an eye toward rural communities. State Rep. Angela Witwer [...]

LANSING, Mich., Dec. 15, 2021 — Last night, the Michigan House of Representatives passed legislation that would create funds to attract new jobs and investment to Michigan. Senate Bills 769 and 771 and House Bill 5603 would create a fund and two programs to be used to back innovative programs to bring new jobs to Michigan in fast-growing industries, such as electric vehicles and battery cell manufacturing. The House also passed Senate Bill 85, which put money into the fund [...]

LANSING, Mich., Dec. 10, 2021 — Earlier this week, the Michigan House passed a bill package, HB 5602-5604, which would create the Strategic Outreach and Attraction Reserve Fund, the Michigan Strategic Site Readiness Program and the Critical Industry Fund. Together, this legislation would attract business development, especially in manufacturing, through investments in infrastructure, renovations to pre-existing buildings and pollution cleanup. State Rep. Angela Witwer (Delta Township) issued the following statement in support of the package: “This bipartisan legislation fulfills a [...]

LANSING, Mich., Dec. 2, 2021 — Today, the Michigan House passed the Law Enforcement Officer bill package, HB 5130-5133, which would support law enforcement training and lower barriers to entry into the profession. The legislation would facilitate conditional loan forgiveness for training, create public assistance grants to support training, allow veterans and private security officers to enter the profession more easily, and require that tribal officers returning to the profession adhere to licensure procedures and standards. State Rep. Angela Witwer [...]

LANSING, Mich., Oct. 21, 2021 — With overwhelming bipartisan support, the Michigan House of Representatives passed state Rep. Angela Witwer’s (Delta Township) House Bill 5163, which would require emergency departments that serve more than 50 patients a year to retain the necessary resources to treat opioid overdoses and ensure that those treated are connected to continuing care. “I’m glad that my colleagues on both sides of the aisle recognize the true threat to public health that opioid addiction poses and [...]

LANSING, Mich., Oct. 20, 2021 — State Rep. Angela Witwer (Delta Township) introduced a memorial resolution to honor the late state Rep. Ernest Nash (R-Dimondale). Nash served the 56th District as state representative from 1975-1986. Earlier this year, Nash passed away peacefully in his sleep at the age of 90 in his East Lansing home. “Rep. Nash was truly an American hero,” Witwer said. “He lived his life in dedication to public service, first as a member of the Navy, [...]

LANSING, Mich., Oct. 13, 2021 — Today, state Rep. Angela Witwer (Delta Township) introduced a bill to create the Office of Rural Development within the Department of Agriculture.  “The truth is, the concerns of rural and urban communities aren’t always the same,” Witwer said. “Our rural communities deserve just as much individual attention as any other community in our state, but they don’t always receive it. These hardworking communities deserve our support. I want to tell rural Michiganders: I hear [...]

LANSING, Mich., Sept. 22, 2021 — The Michigan House of Representatives passed a budget that includes historic investments in health care, child care and infrastructure. It will also fund the purchase of a new ladder fire truck for the Delta Township Regional Fire Department. State Rep. Angela Witwer (Delta Township) issued the following statement in support of the budget’s passage: “This bipartisan budget directly addresses the needs of Delta Township. I fought hard to get our firefighters $1.4 million in [...]

LANSING, Mich., Sept. 22, 2021 — State Rep. Angela Witwer (Delta Township) testified yesterday in favor of House Bill 5260, which she sponsored, in the House Regulatory Reform Committee. The bill would amend Public Act 420 of 2018 to allow qualified trade organizations to offer the education necessary for used car dealers to retain their licenses. Currently, only state organizations can offer such training. “This is nothing new,” Witwer said. “Many professions provide the training mandated by the state in [...]

LANSING, Mich., Aug. 20, 2021 — State Rep. Angela Witwer (Delta Township) recently made several staff announcements, including the promotion of Sophia Rishar as legislative director. Rishar previously served as Witwer’s constituent services liaison for two years before her promotion. She is from the 71st House District and attended Grand Ledge High School and Northwestern Michigan College.   Witwer also hired Jocelyn McMichael as her new constituent services liaison.   McMichael previously served as a legislative assistant for House Democratic [...]

LANSING, Mich., Aug. 23, 2021 — Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has officially signed on to a multibillion-dollar national opioid settlement with Johnson & Johnson and the three largest pharmaceutical distributors in the country: Cardinal Health, McKesson, and AmerisourceBergen. Michigan is expected to receive up to $800 million from the settlement to combat the crisis. In response, state Rep. Angela Witwer (Delta Township) issued the following statement: “As a member of the Gov. Whitmer’s task force addressing the opioid crisis, [...]

LANSING, Mich., July 13, 2021 — State Rep. Angela Witwer (Delta Township) issued the following statement after Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed a budget for preK-12 schools that makes historic investments and closes the funding gap between districts: “Closing the foundation allowance gap is key in making sure every student has access to the same resources and support. That’s exactly what this fundamental school aid budget will do. I am proud that my colleagues on both sides of the aisle and [...]

LANSING, Mich., June 28, 2021 — Members of the House introduced a bipartisan bill package that aims to combat the opioid epidemic by expanding the availability of medications in emergency departments and naloxone to community-based organizations. State Rep. Angela Witwer (Delta Township), the sponsor of House Bill 5163, issued the following statement: “The opioid epidemic has been devastating to Eaton County and this state for too long. It’s time we do everything we can to begin healing our communities and [...]

Witwer votes in favor of HB 4469 LANSING, Mich., March 23, 2021— State Rep. Angela Witwer (Delta Township) voted in favor of funding that would support various projects throughout the 71st House District. “Michigan voters overwhelmingly approved Proposal 1 last year, changing how we fund parks across the state,” Witwer said. “This presents a tremendous opportunity for parks across our state to make critical improvements, including these four projects at home in our communities.” The fund was established 45 years [...]

LANSING, Mich., Jan. 22, 2021 — State Rep. Angela Witwer (Delta Township) was appointed Democratic Vice Chair of the House Committee on Health Policy for the 2021-22 legislative term. Witwer is serving her second term representing Michigan’s 71st House District. She began her professional career working in health care, spending 22 years at Sparrow Hospital before co-founding her public relations and marketing firm. Following the announcement, Witwer issued the following statement: "Especially now, as we near the one-year mark of [...]

LANSING, Mich., Jan. 13, 2020 — Gov. Whitmer’s Food Security Council recently issued its recommendations to the governor on how to best address food insecurity during the COVID-19 pandemic. The Council, created in August, is made up of community leaders, department heads and legislators from across the state, and was tasked with analyzing the nature, scope and causes of food insecurity in Michigan, then submitting recommendations to the governor on how to best curb this widespread issue. “It’s something that [...]

LANSING, Mich., Jan. 12, 2020 — Today, Shyft Group Inc., formerly Spartan Motors, announced an expansion project that will result in hundreds of new jobs at their Charlotte campus, and increased economic activity for the city and surrounding areas. State Rep. Angela Witwer (Delta Township), the Lansing Economic Area Partnership (LEAP), Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) and Shyft have been working together for months to work out the plans. “Especially in the current economic climate, it is so important that [...]

LANSING, Mich., Dec. 10, 2020 — Recently, state Rep. Angela Witwer (Delta Township) penned a letter to the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT), imploring them to restore funding for a road improvement project in support of the Auto Owners Insurance expansion in Eaton County. Today, MDOT announced it has agreed to the request. “This project is incredibly important to the continued growth of our community and the businesses that are the driving force behind our economy,” said Witwer. “Times are [...]

LANSING, Mich., Oct. 20, 2020 — Today, General Motors announced a $100 million dollar investment in their Delta Township plant, as they plan to produce the next generation of the GMC Acadia in the 71st District. Following the announcement, state Rep. Angela Witwer (Delta Township) issued the following statement: “What a great day this is for the employees, suppliers, investors, and of course the community of Delta Township. I’m so proud to be a part of this win for our [...]

LANSING, Mich., August 21, 2020 — Gov. Whitmer announced today that the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) granted her recent request for funding for additional unemployment benefits, following Congress’ inaction on extending federal support. The funds will be used to provide at least $300 per week to the over 900,000 Michigan residents still receiving unemployment. Following the announcement, state Rep. Angela Witwer (Delta Township), who sponsored a bill in the House Democrat’s recent unemployment benefits expansion package, issued the following [...]

LANSING, Mich., Aug. 7, 2020 — State Rep. Angela Witwer (Delta Township) was appointed by Gov. Whitmer to Michigan’s Food Security Commission today, which seeks to address the root causes that create food insecurity. Following the announcement, Rep. Witwer issued the following statement: “Hunger and food insecurity is an issue experienced in far too many communities across our state. As a largely agricultural state that produces so much food, there are options we have not yet explored. It has been [...]

LANSING, Mich., March 13, 2020 — State Rep. Angela Witwer (Delta Township) successfully secured funding for a new fire engine for the Delta Township Fire Department within a bipartisan supplemental state budget agreement approved by the Legislature this week. “After reaching out to municipal leaders throughout Eaton County to find important local projects with funding challenges, a new fire engine for the Delta Township Fire Department kept coming up as a desperate need so the department could continue providing exceptional [...]

LANSING — Gov. Whitmer appointed state Rep. Angela Witwer (Delta Township) to the Michigan Opioid Task Force Advisory Group, which will serve as a resource to the task force, assisting them in curbing the opioid crisis in Michigan. “This is an issue that is plaguing communities all across our state,” said Witwer. “Addressing this crisis will require critical thinking and bold action, and I am honored by the opportunity to do my part in working to protect the families of [...]

LANSING — State Rep. Angela Witwer (Delta Township) was presented with the Hunger Free Michigan Award at the Food Bank Council’s Michigan Harvest Gathering Luncheon. The luncheon is held annually to cap off the Michigan Harvest Gathering (MHG), an annual statewide campaign that raises food and funds for Michigan’s emergency food response. Since its inception in 1991, the MHG campaign has raised over 81 million meals to help those in need. “It is an honor and privilege to be recognized [...]

LANSING — Gov. Whitmer submitted an application on Monday to make Michigan the first state in the Midwest to join the AARP Network of Age-Friendly States. The network is the U.S. affiliate of the World Health Organization’s Global Network of Age-Friendly Cities and Communities, which began in 2006 to help communities prepare for rapid population aging. “Michiganders are living longer than ever before, but most of our cities are not equipped to adequately support an older population, so we need [...]

LANSING — State Rep. Angela Witwer (Delta Township) has hired Sophia Rishar as her new director of constituent relations. The position was formerly held by Chelsea Fraley, who has accepted a job in Sen. Gary Peters’ office. Rishar joins Joe Fedewa, Witwer’s current Legislative Director, to round out the staff. “Although we’re sad to see Chelsea go, I’m happy for her and know she will make the most of this opportunity,” said Witwer. “Sophia has great experience and deep knowledge [...]

CHARLOTTE — Today, state Rep. Angela Witwer (Delta Township) joined the Michigan Soybean Promotion Committee and U.S. Soy Export Council in welcoming trade officials from Japan to Charlotte for an event highlighting Michigan’s local soybean farmers. “Michigan has a long history as a leader in the world’s soybean market,” Witwer said. “And there are many family farms right here in our community that contribute to that rich tradition. The quality product and personal values of Michigan farmers are what make [...]

LANSING — State Rep. Angela Witwer (Delta Township) announced today that MorningLory Café and Bakery is the winner of her Small Business of the Month award for August. The Dimondale business will celebrate its one year anniversary on Aug. 15, and has become a local favorite in that short time. Rep. Witwer presented the award to owner Lori Conarton this past Friday. “Whether you’re looking for breakfast, lunch or fresh-baked goods, MorningLory has become the place to go in Dimondale,” [...]

CHARLOTTE — Today, state Rep. Angela Witwer (Delta Township) was joined by Gov. Whitmer and Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development Director Gary McDowell for a visit to Smuts Farm in Charlotte to observe damage caused by heavy rain and severe weather. This has been one of the wettest years on record in Michigan and the three gathered at the local farm to better understand how to aid farmers throughout the state. “As one of Michigan’s largest industries, farming [...]

LANSING — Today, state Rep. Angela Witwer (Delta Township) announced that Doggie Daycare and Spa, a business providing daycare, boarding and grooming services to Lansing area dogs is the winner of her Business of the Month award for June. Witwer presented the award to owner Janice Milligan on Monday. “For almost twenty years, Doggie Daycare and Spa has been the mid-Michigan leader in providing excellent care to dogs from all around the Lansing area,” said Witwer. “Janice and her team [...]

LANSING — Following weeks of bipartisan negotiations, the House passed a sweeping overhaul of Michigan’s auto insurance system today. The final bill includes several provisions put forward by House Democrats including the elimination of non-driving rate-setting factors, guaranteed rate reductions and increased consumer protections. In response, state Rep. Angela Witwer (Delta Township) issued the following statement: “After decades of trying to reach an agreement on auto-insurance reform, I am extremely proud to be a part of this historical day where [...]

LANSING — In a last-minute push, the legislative majority passed House Bill 4397, an auto no-fault bill that fails to provide real rate relief to Michigan’s hardworking families. With no hearing or public input, this bill does not guarantee lower rates or end discriminatory rate setting. In response, state Rep. Angela Witwer (Delta Township) issued the following statement: “We owe it to the people of Michigan to come together as a Legislature and come up with the best possible solution [...]

LANSING — State Rep. Angela Witwer (Delta Township) presented a special tribute this morning to Bethany Augustine, owner of Flour Child Bakery in Grand Ledge, after she was awarded the 2019 ATHENA Leadership Award by the Grand Ledge Chamber of Commerce. The ATHENA Leadership Award is presented annually to recognize those that strive toward professional development, excellence in their field, devote time and energy to their community, and pave the way for other women in business. “Small businesses are the [...]

LANSING — Today, state Rep. Angela Witwer (Delta Township) announced that Hedlund Plumbing, a full service plumbing firm in Grand Ledge is the winner of her Business of the Month for May. “As a third-generation family-owned business, Hedlund plumbing has been serving the families of Grand Ledge and the Greater Lansing area for 80 years now,” said Witwer. “They are an inspiring example of the success that is achievable through persistent hard work and a dedication to top-notch customer service.” [...]

LANSING — Today on the House floor, state Rep. Angela Witwer (Delta Township) was joined by families who have lost children and siblings due to sudden cardiac arrest and have since worked to increase awareness of the dangers facing some student-athletes. Michigan has lost at least 72 student-athletes to sudden cardiac arrest or related causes since 1999. “Each of these individuals deserves to be recognized for their crucial work as advocates for this important cause,” said Witwer. “No one who [...]

LANSING — State Rep. Angela Witwer (Delta Township) announced both her Teacher of the Month Award and Small Business of the Month programs today, which aim to recognize excellence in education and business across the 71st House District. “I think it is important we make a point to acknowledge the crucial role that hardworking teachers and small business owners play in our community,” Rep. Witwer said. “I am hoping these recognitions can serve as a small display of our appreciation [...]

LANSING — State Rep. Angela Witwer (Delta Township) spoke earlier this week at the Hunger Solutions Day event in Lansing, hosted by The Food Bank Council of Michigan. The Food Bank Council of Michigan represents regional food banks that serve all 83 counties in Michigan, and Hunger Solutions Day is a day for dedicated legislators and community leaders to come together and brainstorm ideas for increasing food security in the state. Following the event, Rep. Witwer issues the following statement: [...]

DELTA TOWNSHIP – State Rep. Angela Witwer (Delta Township) has announced her March schedule for in-district coffee and happy hours. These events allow residents the opportunity to stop in and have an informal conversation with the representative about how to improve state government, or simply to share concerns or ideas.         Rep. Witwer’s March coffee and happy hours will be held on: Monday, March 11, 7:30-8:30 a.m. at Willowtree Coffee & Bakery in Olivet Friday, March 22, 7:30-8:30 a.m. at Fay’s [...]

CHARLOTTE — The Michigan Economic Development Corp. (MEDC) announced this week that the Michigan Strategic Fund (MSF) board has awarded funds to the historic Beach Market Renovations Project in downtown Charlotte. The city received $200,000 in Community Development Block Grant funds, and in cooperation with the Friends of Beach Market non-profit organization, plans to renovate the market as a registered historic structure. State Rep. Angela Witwer (Delta Township) welcomed the good news and what it will mean for the city. [...]

LANSING — Gov. Gretchen Whitmer presented her budget recommendations today for the 2019-20 fiscal year to a joint meeting of the House and Senate Appropriations Committees. Among her recommendations were significant allotments to clean up and protect our water and increasing school funding by $507 million — the largest increase since 2002. In response to the recommendation, state Rep. Angela Witwer (Delta Township) issued the following statement: “I’m grateful for the governor’s leadership in working to repeal the damaging retirement [...]

LANSING — Tonight, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer delivered her first State of the State address, outlining her vision for the state and calling for bipartisan collaboration to address the issues facing Michigan’s working families. In response, state Rep. Angela Witwer (Delta Township) issued the following statement: “Under Gov. Whitmer’s leadership we are entering a new era in Michigan, and with it comes an opportunity to work together to put our state on the right path. Michiganders deserve a government that listens [...]

LANSING — Today, House Republicans approved a resolution to reject Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s recent executive order which, among other things, eliminates three review boards the Legislature passed last year. These review boards allow corporate representatives to oversee the DEQ, now called EGLE under the Governor’s reorganization plan, and its permitting process. In response, state Rep. Angela Witwer (Delta Township) issued the following statement: “Michiganders deserve access to clean water and should be able to trust that their government will be [...]

LANSING — State Rep. Angela Witwer (Delta Township) introduced House Resolution 16 today to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Michigan Farm Bureau on Feb 4, 2019. The resolution was adopted by the House. “The Michigan Farm Bureau played a crucial role in the development of this state and the countless communities that are sustained by our rich agricultural heritage,” said Witwer. “As the voice of the industry for 100 years, they have represented and advocated for the interests of our [...]

LANSING — Last night, the Speaker of the House announced the committee assignments for the 2019-20 legislative session. State Rep. Angela Witwer (Delta Township) was appointed to serve on both the House Agriculture and Health Policy committees. Witwer spent 22 years in the health care sector before becoming a small business owner.  “Being selected to serve on the Health Policy Committee and having the opportunity to share my technical experience, after spending such a large part of my career in [...]

LANSING — State Rep. Angela Witwer (D-Delta Township) was sworn in officially today as representative for the 71st House District for the 2019-2020 legislative session. The swearing-in ceremony marked the formal opening of Michigan’s 100th Legislature. In response, Rep. Witwer issued the following statement: “The people of Michigan deserve quality roads, access to affordable health care and a world-class education for their children. It is our job as their representatives to make sure that those needs are fulfilled, and I [...]

LANSING — Today, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed an Executive Directive that works to close the gender wage gap by barring employers from requesting the salary histories of potential new employees. In response, state Rep. Angela Witwer (D-Delta Township) issued the following statement: “Wage discrimination means fewer dollars in the pocketbooks of working families across the state, and that translates into fewer dollars in our local economies, slowing down growth and holding Michigan back from being the economic powerhouse it could [...]

DELTA TOWNSHIP – State Rep. Angela Witwer (D-Delta Township), has hired Joe Fedewa, previously legislative director for former state Rep. Tom Cochran and Chelsea Fraley, former field director of Witwer’s campaign and intern at Edge Publicom. A graduate of St. Gerard Catholic School and Waverly High School, Fedewa went on to earn his bachelor’s and master’s degrees — in environmental policy and political science and public administration, respectively — from Central Michigan University,  During his time with Rep. Cochran, Fedewa [...]