Strengthen consumer protections
House Democrats are committed to increasing consumer protections for Michigan residents. We voted to repeal Michigan's unfair and one-of-a-kind 1996 law that gives big drug companies total immunity when they sell dangerous drugs, such as Vioxx, that harm or kill our residents. We also are cracking down on identity theft, one of the fastest-growing crimes in the nation, by taking steps to protect our residents. In addition, we are tackling predatory lending and unscrupulous insurance companies that inflate consumers' rates based on their ZIP codes.
Lawmaker says temporarily eliminating judgeships will help reduce deficit
- — November 12, 2009
School Aid deadline moved to June 1 to prevent future budget chaos
- — November 05, 2009
Macomb lawmakers call for end to budget games by Governor, Bishop
- — October 20, 2009
Bipartisan agreement supports schools' role in training workers for good-paying jobs
- — September 23, 2009
Banks, credit unions must seek permission before disclosing information
- — September 17, 2009
State program helps seniors, families pay winter energy bills
- — September 08, 2009
Credits anchor Michigan as leader in energy storage, create thousands of jobs
- — September 01, 2009
Plan takes aim at financial exploitation, increases consumer protections
- — August 26, 2009
100,000 workers statewide to lose unemployment lifeline unless action is taken
- — August 24, 2009
Move brings Michigan's consumer protections in line with 46 other states
- — August 20, 2009
Statewide rate plummets 39 percent as plan keeps families in their homes
- — August 13, 2009
Move will create good-paying jobs, promote fast-growing industry in Michigan
- — August 05, 2009
Legislator fights to support auto jobs, save residents money
- — July 31, 2009
Credit will save residents money, support Michigan auto jobs
- — July 30, 2009
Macomb lawmakers, coalition work to position state as energy leader, create jobs
- — July 27, 2009
Lawmakers' plan targets companies that deny residents' legitimate claims
- — July 13, 2009
House plan signed in May will keep Michigan families in their homes
- — July 02, 2009
Plan takes aim at financial exploitation, increases consumer protections
- — June 29, 2009
Plan targets discrimination by insurance companies, requires coverage
- — June 24, 2009
$138M in stimulus funds to aid workers at risk due to Senate inaction
- — June 22, 2009
Local lawmakers vote to strengthen job-creation legislation
- — June 18, 2009
Plan aims to protect health of Michigan workers, families
- — May 26, 2009
House passes plan to help struggling homeowners, awaits Senate action
- — May 13, 2009
$138M in stimulus dollars to help workers hurt by economic downturn
- — May 06, 2009
Legislation aims to give more working residents opportunity to cast vote
- — April 30, 2009
Legislation will encourage investment, development in low-income communities
- — April 29, 2009
Lawmakers, families gather at Capitol to call for coverage of autism treatments
- — April 28, 2009
Macomb residents shared suggestions for job training opportunities
- — April 27, 2009
Lawmakers say plan will protect residents, Great Lakes from toxins
- — April 22, 2009
Legislation cracks down on manufacturers that produce toxic toys
- — April 21, 2009
Lawmaker urges residents to sign petition, help improve the lives of all those affected
- — April 08, 2009
Legislation will give Michigan entrepreneurs tools to start new businesses
- — April 02, 2009
Plan aims to open MCCA, state spending to public examination
- — April 02, 2009
Lawmakers call on Senate to take action on additional government reforms
- — March 31, 2009
Lawmakers vote to repeal Michigan's dangerous, one-of-a-kind law
- — March 26, 2009
Plan to hold elected officials accountable now heads to Senate
- — March 25, 2009
$250,000 investment in Macomb-St. Clair groups will move workers into jobs
- — March 19, 2009
$635M investment will get residents back to work, fund road improvements
- — March 18, 2009
Lawmakers urge Senate to protect jobs for Michigan workers, taxpayer dollars
- — March 12, 2009
Plan protects struggling homeowners who seek help to avoid foreclosure
- — March 11, 2009
House passes bipartisan plan to create 21st century jobs, attract new businesses
- — March 10, 2009
'Hire Michigan First' plan rewards businesses that hire Michigan residents, cracks down on using tax dollars to provide jobs for undocumented workers
- — March 09, 2009
Employers will be barred from using credit score as means to hire or fire
- — March 05, 2009
Plan will build on existing credits; create more than 40,000 Michigan jobs
- — March 03, 2009
Forum will lend support to struggling homeowners, provide assistance
- — February 20, 2009
Comprehensive plan will require utilities to work with struggling residents
- — February 19, 2009
House plan will protect homeowners who seek help to avoid foreclosure
- — February 17, 2009
Plan rewards residents who buy energy efficient homes, make "green" renovations
- — February 05, 2009
As House leaders, they will play important roles in the legislative process
- — February 02, 2009
Representatives will use expertise in committees to advance Michigan
- — January 26, 2009
Representative invites residents to discuss concerns in informal setting
- — January 23, 2009
Residents encouraged to contact Representative with issues, concerns
- — January 22, 2009
Legislator's first bill part of the Michigan Home Loan Protection Act
- — January 16, 2009
New lawmaker introduces job-creation plan onfirst day of 95th Legislature
- — January 14, 2009