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Runestad defends restaurant industry against governor’s continued shutdown

January 14, 2021

‘Family businesses built over decades are being destroyed’ LANSING, Mich. — Sen. Jim Runestad, R-White Lake, issued the following statement Thursday questioning Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and the Department of Health

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Runestad responds to ‘pocket veto’ of nursing home camera bill

January 5, 2021

Gov. Whitmer shoots down provision to provide vital protection from abuse and isolation for nursing home residents LANSING, Mich. — Sen. Jim Runestad responded Tuesday to Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s failure

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Runestad Detroit News op-ed: Michigan unemployment agency must do better in 2021

January 1, 2021

By Sen. Jim Runestad 15th Senate District As the difficulties of 2020 continue, many out-of-work folks are still waiting to receive their unemployment insurance money. And now, on top of

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Runestad issues statement on governor’s continued devastation of restaurant industry

December 21, 2020

‘I’m outraged at the governor’s decision to keep restaurants, their employees and food industry workers out of work this Christmas season’ LANSING, Mich. — Sen. Jim Runestad, R-White Lake, issued

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Runestad bill to protect property owners sent to governor

December 18, 2020

LANSING, Mich. — The Michigan Legislature on Friday finalized a measure sponsored by Sen. Jim Runestad to protect property owners whose property is foreclosed. Senate Bill 1137 would put an

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Legislature finalizes Runestad bill to protect nursing home residents from abuse

December 18, 2020

LANSING, Mich. — The Michigan Legislature on Friday gave final approval to legislation to protect nursing home residents and provide peace of mind for their loved ones, said sponsor Sen.

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Runestad issues statement on extension of unemployment benefits

December 11, 2020

LANSING, Mich. — After the state Senate on Thursday approved Senate Bill 604 to extend unemployment assistance to millions of out-of-work Michiganders through the spring of 2021, Sen. Jim Runestad,

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Senate approves Runestad bill to protect property owners

December 4, 2020

LANSING, Mich. — The Michigan Senate on Thursday passed a measure sponsored by Sen. Jim Runestad to protect property owners whose property is foreclosed. Senate Bill 1137 would put an

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Runestad reminds residents to protect against ‘porch pirates’

November 25, 2020

‘I urge everyone to take some simple steps to safeguard against mail theft’ LANSING, Mich. — State Sen. Jim Runestad on Wednesday reminded residents ordering Christmas gifts, food and supplies

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Runestad sends letter to Whitmer and DHHS urging prioritization of COVID-19 vaccination

November 19, 2020

‘It’s critical that vulnerable populations be given the vaccine first’ LANSING, Mich. — State Sen. Jim Runestad on Thursday sent a letter to Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and Department of Health

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Runestad thanks veterans for their service

November 11, 2020

LANSING, Mich. — Sen. Jim Runestad, R-White Lake, issued the following statement on Veterans Day to honor the hundreds of thousands of military veterans from Michigan who answered the call

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Senate panel approves Runestad bill to simplify personal property tax process

November 5, 2020

LANSING, Mich. — The Senate Finance Committee on Thursday approved a bill that would ease the burden for businesses and taxpayers tracking personal property for the 2021 tax year. Senate

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Runestad Detroit News op-ed: We need to do more for children with dyslexia

October 22, 2020

By Sen. Jim Runestad 15th Senate District Iganmie tyrnig to rade in a wrlod wehre lal yuro wrsod aer jmubled. If you are a “normal” reader, the sentence you just

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Runestad participates in ‘a day in the life of a firefighter and paramedic’

October 12, 2020

LANSING, Mich. — Sen. Jim Runestad recently participated in an event in Auburn Hills allowing participants “to live a day in the life of a firefighter and paramedic.” “Firefighters and

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Bipartisan group of senators introduces child literacy legislation during National Dyslexia Awareness Month

October 8, 2020

LANSING, Mich. — In honor of National Dyslexia Awareness Month, a bipartisan group of senators on Tuesday held a virtual press conference on legislation to improve child literacy in Michigan.

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Runestad issues statement condemning individuals in plot against state government

October 8, 2020

LANSING, Mich. — Sen. Jim Runestad, R-White Lake, issued the following statement Thursday after the FBI announced it thwarted a plot to kidnap Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and overthrow the government:

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Senate passes Runestad bill providing peace of mind to families of nursing home residents

October 1, 2020

LANSING, Mich. — The Senate on Thursday unanimously approved legislation to help ensure the welfare of nursing home residents and peace of mind for their loved ones, said sponsor Sen.

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Runestad Detroit News op-ed: We must combat Michigan’s suicide epidemic

September 28, 2020

By Sen. Jim Runestad 15th Senate District A heartbreaking epidemic occurring in our state has taken thousands of lives. While not caused by a virus, it has been worsened by

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Sen. Runestad secures money to help students with dyslexia

September 23, 2020

LANSING, Mich. — Sen. Jim Runestad spearheaded a successful effort to have the state help local school districts give children with dyslexia the tools they need to succeed. One of

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Runestad testifies on his bill for court recording transparency

September 17, 2020

LANSING, Mich. — Sen. Jim Runestad testified before the Senate Judiciary and Public Safety Committee on Thursday in support of his measure requiring transparency in video recordings of court cases.

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