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Rep. Gina Johnsen testifies on bill to restore regulatory limits in Michigan

State Representative Gina Johnsen testified before the House Rules Committee in Lansing to support House Bill 4160, which seeks to reinstate Michigan’s “no stricter than federal” rulemaking standard.

By A. R. Betts | Sep 4, 2025

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Michigan House passes bill creating Silver Alert system for missing seniors

State Rep. Gina Johnsen’s proposal to establish a Silver Alert system for missing seniors and vulnerable adults has been approved by the Michigan House of Representatives.

By R. R. Morrow | Sep 3, 2025

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Rep. Rachelle M. Smit explains votes on bills addressing AI deepfakes, elections, roads

By SE Grand Rapids News | Aug 21, 2025

Michigan State Representative Rachelle M. Smit (R-Hastings) provided explanations for her votes on several bills considered in the Michigan House during the week of August 19, 2025.

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Michigan House passes bill to ban ranked choice voting statewide

By SE Grand Rapids News | Aug 20, 2025

State Representative Rachelle Smit has led the Michigan House in passing a bill to prohibit Ranked Choice Voting (RCV) in the state.

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Rep. Johnsen calls for oversight before more MEDC funding

By SE Grand Rapids News | Aug 14, 2025

State Representative Gina Johnsen has joined other lawmakers in urging that the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) not receive further state funding until stronger oversight measures are established.

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Rep. Gina Johnsen seeks funds for public safety and infrastructure in rural Michigan

By SE Grand Rapids News | Jul 31, 2025

State Representative Gina Johnsen (R-Portland) appeared before the House Appropriations Subcommittee for a second time to advocate for increased funding for public safety and infrastructure in Michigan’s 78th House District.

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Rep. Gina Johnsen proposes bill on concealed carry in Michigan State Capitol

By SE Grand Rapids News | Jul 29, 2025

State Rep. Gina Johnsen has introduced legislation that would allow individuals with valid concealed pistol licenses to carry concealed firearms within the Michigan State Capitol Building. “This legislation reinforces the rights of lawful gun...

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Rep. Smit explains votes on school device policy and sentencing bill

By SE Grand Rapids News | Jul 28, 2025

Michigan State Representative Rachelle M. Smit (R-Hastings) has released explanations for her recent votes in the state legislature during the week of July 24.

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Rep Gina Johnsen supports local infrastructure projects

By SE Grand Rapids News | Jul 24, 2025

State Representative Gina Johnsen of Portland testified before a House appropriations subcommittee in Lansing, Michigan, to advocate for significant infrastructure investments in the 78th District.

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Smit calls for review after illegal voter file order admitted

By SE Grand Rapids News | Jul 21, 2025

State Representative Rachelle Smit has called for a review of election training materials following an admission by a Michigan election official that they violated state law.

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Rep. Smit explains votes on bills regarding drug testing and school food safety

By SE Grand Rapids News | Jul 3, 2025

Rep. Smit provided explanations for their votes on several bills during the week of July 1, 2025.

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Rep. Smit explains votes on various legislative measures

By SE Grand Rapids News | Jun 30, 2025

Rep. Smit provided explanations for his votes on several bills during the week of June 24, 2025.

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How many H-1B petitions approved for employers classified under the Educational Services industry in SE Grand Rapids News publication area during 2024?

By SE Grand Rapids News | Jun 16, 2025

All H-1B petitions filed by employers classified under the Educational Services industry located across SE Grand Rapids News publication area were approved in 2024, as per data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

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Rep Smit explains weekly votes on key legislative issues

By SE Grand Rapids News | Jun 16, 2025

Rep. Smit provided explanations for their votes on several bills during the week of June 10, 2025.

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Lower college readiness rates in math among Belding Area School District students in 2023-24 school year

By SE Grand Rapids News | Jun 10, 2025

In the 2023-24 school year, 10.5% of the students were set for college-level math classes based on their performance on the math portion of the SAT.

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Ionia Public Schools sees decline in number of students ready for college math classes in 2023-24 school year

By SE Grand Rapids News | Jun 9, 2025

In the 2023-24 school year, 13.8% of the students were set for college-level math classes based on their performance on the math portion of the SAT.

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How many H-1B petitions approved for employers classified under the Health Care and Social Assistance industry in SE Grand Rapids News publication area during 2024?

By SE Grand Rapids News | Jun 9, 2025

In 2024, 100% of H-1B petitions filed by Health Care and Social Assistance employers across SE Grand Rapids News publication area were approved, according to data from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

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Delton Kellogg Schools students held lowest rank countywide in college readiness for math in 2023-24 school year

By SE Grand Rapids News | Jun 9, 2025

In the 2023-24 school year, 15.4% of the students were set for college-level math classes based on their performance on the math portion of the SAT.

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How many Lakewood Public Schools students were considered ready for college-level math classes in 2023-24 school year?

By SE Grand Rapids News | Jun 7, 2025

In the 2023-24 school year, 21% of the students were set for college-level math classes based on their performance on the math portion of the SAT.

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Are Saranac Community Schools students in 2023-24 ready for college-level math courses?

By SE Grand Rapids News | Jun 6, 2025

In the 2023-24 school year, 21.9% of the students were set for college-level math classes based on their performance on the math portion of the SAT.