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.
School Aid deadline moved to June 1 to prevent future budget chaos
- — November 05, 2009
Senate gutting of education, health care, public safety takes state in wrong direction
- — October 30, 2009
Speaker meets with co-chairs, seeks input on funding K-12 schools
- — October 29, 2009
House Dems will fight for vital programs as they move to pass deep cuts
- — September 16, 2009
Document will enable committee to begin shaping best plan for Michigan
- — August 28, 2009
Bipartisan panel will analyze proposal to overhaul public employee health care
- — August 21, 2009
Byrnes to chair bipartisan effort to examine proposed overhaul
- — August 19, 2009
Granholm's move could save millions, help turn state around
- — July 30, 2009
School boards, superintendents say change will protect funding for education, jobs
- — July 28, 2009
Federal agency's research shows widening gulf between public, private health care
- — July 22, 2009
State health care consolidation will slash costs, save jobs, preserve coverage
- — July 15, 2009
House, Senate agree to leasing deal to modernize Cobo, keep Auto Show in Detroit
- — June 26, 2009
Lawmakers say Michigan can no longer afford to be a donor state
- — June 05, 2009
Battery tax credits to spur $1.7 billion in economic development, create 6,600 jobs
- — April 15, 2009
$250M in tax credits will encourage suppliers to consolidate in Michigan
- — March 26, 2009
Plan protects struggling homeowners who seek help to avoid foreclosure
- — March 11, 2009
Lawmakers call on Senate to take quick action on plan to cut salaries
- — March 09, 2009
House Democrats' plan to compliment administration's foreclosure initiative
- — February 20, 2009
Dillon, Elsenheimer say lawmakers must share in sacrifice, help save state money
- — February 04, 2009
Focus must be on boosting economy, creating jobs for Michigan workers
- — February 03, 2009
- — January 29, 2009
Legislators work to increase consumer protections, safeguard access to health care
- — November 17, 2008
Plan to renovate and expand Cobo will save state millions
- — November 13, 2008
Angerer elected Majority Floor Leader; Byrnes elected Speaker Pro Tem
- — November 06, 2008
Plan will help struggling homeowners facing foreclosures
- — September 25, 2008
Hundreds of projects will get Michigan back to work, boost local economies
- — April 23, 2008
House passed plan that slashes taxes on home sales nearly one year ago
- — March 10, 2008
Expansion of Detroit Diesel brings more economic development to community
- — March 07, 2008
Many working families may not know they qualify for Earned Income Tax Credit
- — March 04, 2008
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Bold plan will create jobs, promote renewable energy, move Michigan forward
- — January 29, 2008
Dillon hopes evening event will make it easier for residents to attend after work
- — January 23, 2008
If GOP-led Senate fails to act, 6% service tax expansion will go into effect on Dec. 1
- — November 19, 2007
Solution protects schools, seniors, public safety; invests in Michigan's future
- — October 01, 2007
Plan would have protected schools, seniors, public safety, invested in Michigan's future
- — September 21, 2007
House Speaker calls on Bishop to live up to promises, follow through on negotiations
- — September 18, 2007
House rejects cuts that would gut education, health care, basic services
- — September 15, 2007
House Dems say GOP refusal to act brings state closer to shutdown
- — September 12, 2007
Plan to reward job creation, attract business will propel Michigan forward
- — July 12, 2007
Nominations for exceptional senior volunteers due by July 6
- — June 27, 2007
Committee will examine ways to shore up funding for retiree health care
- — June 22, 2007
Manufacturers get 67% cut; commercial businesses get 23% cut
- — June 14, 2007
Plan offers over $600M in tax credits, slashes Personal Property Tax
- — June 13, 2007
Plan boosts renewable energy production and aids in fight against global warming
- — June 11, 2007
House action focuses on jumpstarting economy, putting people first
- — May 31, 2007
Plan prevents government shutdown; protects schools, public safety
- — May 25, 2007
Dillon calls on Senate for fast action to jumpstart economy
- — May 23, 2007
Speaker also urges Senate to work with House to resolve budget crisis
- — May 18, 2007
Plan offers $700M in tax credits, slashes Personal Property Tax
- — May 02, 2007
Grants available to help groups use technology to build stronger communities
- — May 01, 2007
Plan puts Michigan job creators first, offers $700M in tax credits, slashes Personal Property Tax
- — April 25, 2007
Plan protects health care, police & fire protection, job creation
- — April 17, 2007
Turnaround plan focuses on cuts, reforms, investments in education, health care
- — April 04, 2007
Dillon: Michigan must protect education, health care, job creation
- — March 29, 2007
Former Eaton County Sheriff to act as new Chief Sergeant for House
- — March 28, 2007
State will partner with small businesses to give millions of Michigan workers access to a secure retirement; plan to get hearing this week
- — March 19, 2007
Plan suspends 'pop-up tax' on home sales, protects homeowners in tough times
- — March 12, 2007
Supplemental budget also maintains funding for troopers, Corrections
- — March 08, 2007
Plan ends health care for life for lawmakers, cuts budget by over 5 percent
- — March 05, 2007
New Economy & Quality of Life Committee aims to move Michigan forward
- — February 15, 2007
Lawmakers form workgroups to tackle state's budget crisis
- — January 30, 2007
Leading list of priorities: Affordable health care, education, alternative energy
- — January 22, 2007
Dillon sworn in as new Speaker of the House, promises an era of opportunity for all
- — January 11, 2007
Event will feature gospel performing artists, guest speakers
- — January 09, 2007
Bill will lower taxes for senior homeowners, spark real estate market
- — June 06, 2006
Legislator also serves on four other panels
- — June 06, 2006
Representative honored for his work on 21st Century Jobs Plan
- — May 10, 2006
- — May 02, 2006
Governor signs Great Lakes protection package, restricts large-scale withdrawals
- — March 30, 2006
Representative calls for independent auditors, progress reports
- — March 30, 2006
In '25 to Life,' players kill law enforcement officers
- — March 06, 2006
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Architect of economic stimulus package is '05 State Legislator of the Year
- — December 15, 2005
Legislation addresses statewide catastrophic coverage, lowers skyrocketing prescription drug costs
- — October 31, 2005
State can sell tobacco money to help boost economy
- — September 28, 2005
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- — August 09, 2005
Bipartisan group buckles down to boost jobs, help companies
- — July 14, 2005
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- — July 01, 2005
Legislation calls for background checks, removes convicted teachers
- — June 30, 2005
Redford plant's state-of-the-art diesel engine to be featured at forum
- — June 21, 2005
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- — June 08, 2005
Security interests clearer in off-road vehicles
- — June 08, 2005
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First-term representative also on Banking, Financial Services committee
- — January 27, 2005