Audio from Michigan State Senator Jon Bumstead
February 6, 2020
2:10
The Senate Committee on Local Government Thursday afternoon took testimony on
legislation introduced by Sen. Jon Bumstead that would aid local governments with
administrative duties. Under the legislation, villages would have the general power to
compel absent members to attend. The legislation would also provide direction for
villages unable to achieve a quorum and give them tools to ensure elected officials are
held to their duties.
October 24, 2019
1:07
State Sen. Jon Bumstead on Thursday introduced legislation that would give more
flexibility to local school districts when choosing graduation requirements. Senate Bills 600 and 601 would eliminate some specific merit curriculum course
credit requirements, which would allow more opportunities for students to enroll in
career and technical education or skilled trades training. Specifically, the bill would
eliminate the algebra II requirement, giving students the chance to take other
classes that might better prepare them for their future. Bumstead said that ultimately the goal is to give school districts the ability to make
choices that are best for them, rather than mandating districts across the state
follow a cookie-cutter, one-size-fits-all policy. Both bills have been referred to the Senate Committee on Education and Career
Readiness for further consideration.
May 24, 2019
:33
"We've worked hard over the last few weeks coming to an agreement that will
benefit Michigan drivers," said Bumstead, R-Newaygo. "For the first time in nearly
50 years, drivers will have the option to choose which coverage best works for their
family's budget." Under the current system, all drivers are required to carry unlimited, one-size-fits-all
PIP coverage. Senate Bill 1 would give policyholders the choice to select coverage
that best meets their needs and budget - providing savings based on the changes
they make.
February 13, 2019
:29
State Sen. Jon Bumstead, R-Newaygo discusses Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's 2019 State
of the State address.