LANSING, Mich. — Sen. Jim Runestad introduced legislation Thursday that would help maximize local road funds. Senate Bill 518 would require all federal transportation funds received by the state to
LANSING, Mich. — Sen. Jim Runestad on Tuesday spoke about the disturbing trend of the increasing suicide rate in the state and the legislation he introduced to tackle the issue.
LANSING, Mich. — The state Senate on Thursday gave final, unanimous approval to a measure sponsored by Sen. Jim Runestad that would crack down on the skyrocketing problem of mail
If you’re like me, the thought of having our elder loved ones taken advantage of is unconscionable. And if you’re a senior yourself, you may very well know how concerning
LANSING, Mich. — Sen. Jim Runestad announced Tuesday that next month he will be hosting a community town hall on preventing elder abuse. Runestad will be joined by Attorney General
LANSING, Mich. — Sen. Jim Runestad introduced a bill Tuesday that would further protect Michigan children from lead poisoning. Senate Bill 399 would establish the duties of a new commission
LANSING, Mich. — In response to Saturday’s news of the death of L. Brooks Patterson, state Sen. Jim Runestad, R-White Lake, issued the following statement: “I had the great pleasure
LANSING, Mich. — The state House Judiciary Committee on Tuesday unanimously approved a measure sponsored by Sen. Jim Runestad that would crack down on the skyrocketing problem of mail theft
LANSING, Mich. — Sen. Jim Runestad co-sponsored a resolution on Thursday that would increase accountability and transparency in the Legislature. Senate Joint Resolution H would require a two-thirds vote to
LANSING, Mich. — Sen. Jim Runestad introduced a resolution on Wednesday that would protect residents against certain unreasonable searches and seizures. Senate Joint Resolution G would clearly define in the
LANSING, Mich. — Sen. Jim Runestad presented a Senate tribute Thursday in the Capitol rotunda to several distinguished guests in honor of Indian-American Legislative Day. “Michigan residents who immigrate from
LANSING, Mich. — Sen. Jim Runestad reminded residents on Monday of a great opportunity to take advantage some favorite summertime activities this weekend at no cost. “Michigan’s annual Summer Free
‘Today’s reform has been a long time coming’ LANSING, Mich. — Sen. Jim Runestad on Friday voted with his Senate colleagues and the Michigan House of Representatives to send the
LANSING, Mich. — Sen. Jim Runestad, R-White Lake, Jessica Ellsworth (center) and Gold Star Mother Debbie Ellsworth paid tribute in the Senate on Thursday to those who gave their lives
By Sen. Jim Runestad 15th Senate District Suicide is a national epidemic, and according to data released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention last year, Michigan’s suicide rate
LANSING, Mich. — Sen. Jim Runestad announced Friday that he has been appointed by Senate Majority Leader Mike Shirkey to a bipartisan, statewide panel on criminal justice reform. The Michigan
LANSING, Mich. — Sen. Jim Runestad testified before a Senate panel on Tuesday on his bill to strengthen the penalties for insurance fraud. Senate Bill 295 would add insurance fraud
LANSING, Mich. — The Michigan Senate on Tuesday unanimously passed a measure sponsored by Sen. Jim Runestad that would address the disturbing trend of the increasing suicide rate in the
LANSING, Mich. — A Senate panel on Wednesday approved the state police budget with an amendment by Sen. Jim Runestad that would protect the data and privacy of individuals in
LANSING, Mich. — A Senate committee on Thursday approved a measure sponsored by Sen. Jim Runestad that would address the disturbing trend of the increasing suicide rate in the state.