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Bipartisan group blocks House Democrat agenda due to attendance issues

State Representative Dave Prestin has praised a bipartisan coalition of House lawmakers, including Republicans and a Detroit Democrat, for their resistance to what he describes as the "radical agenda" of the House Democrat leadership.

By UP Gazette | Dec 20, 2024

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House passes bill promoting education on bleeding control

State Representative Dave Prestin voted in favor of a new plan aimed at helping individuals save lives by preventing blood loss.

By UP Gazette | Dec 12, 2024

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House committee approves Stop the Bleed plan; moves forward for full consideration

By UP Gazette | Dec 5, 2024

State Representative Dave Prestin announced that his bipartisan initiative to help prevent blood loss in emergencies has passed the House Judiciary Committee with unanimous support.

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Rep. Prestin criticizes DNR's plan for fee hikes in Michigan

By UP Gazette | Dec 5, 2024

State Representative Dave Prestin has criticized the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) for attempting to increase costs for Michigan residents.

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FOIA Request Sent to Marquette County Election Division Regarding Pre-Election Voting Machine Test Reports on October 30, 2024

By UP Gazette | Oct 30, 2024

FOIA Request to Marquette County Election Division Regarding Pre-Election Voting Machine Test Reports on October 30, 2024.

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FOIA Request Sent to Houghton County Election Division Regarding Pre-Election Voting Machine Test Reports on October 30, 2024

By UP Gazette | Oct 30, 2024

FOIA Request to Houghton County Election Division Regarding Pre-Election Voting Machine Test Reports on October 30, 2024.

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FOIA Request Sent to Iron County Election Division Regarding Pre-Election Voting Machine Test Reports on October 30, 2024

By UP Gazette | Oct 30, 2024

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to the Iron County Election Division in Michigan on October 30, 2024.

Local Government

FOIA Request Sent to Alger County Election Division Regarding Pre-Election Voting Machine Test Reports on October 30, 2024

By UP Gazette | Oct 30, 2024

FOIA Request to Alger County Election Division Regarding Pre-Election Voting Machine Test Reports on October 30, 2024.

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FOIA Request Sent to Keweenaw County Election Division Regarding Voting Machines Testing Report on October 30, 2024

By UP Gazette | Oct 30, 2024

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to the Keweenaw County Election Division on October 30, 2024.

Local Government

FOIA Request Sent to Dickinson County Election Division Regarding Pre-Election Voting Machine Test Reports on October 30, 2024

By UP Gazette | Oct 30, 2024

FOIA Request to Dickinson County Election Division Regarding Pre-Election Voting Machine Test Reports on October 30, 2024.

Local Government

FOIA Request Sent to Schoolcraft County Election Division Regarding Pre-Election Voting Machine Test Reports on October 30, 2024

By UP Gazette | Oct 30, 2024

FOIA Request to Schoolcraft County Election Division Regarding Pre-Election Voting Machine Test Reports on October 30, 2024.

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FOIA Request Sent to Ontonagon County Election Division Regarding Pre-Election Voting Machine Test Reports on October 30, 2024

By UP Gazette | Oct 30, 2024

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to the Ontonagon County Election Division in Michigan on October 30, 2024.

Local Government

FOIA Request Sent to Delta County Election Division Regarding Pre-Election Voting Machine Test Reports on October 30, 2024

By UP Gazette | Oct 30, 2024

FOIA Request to Delta County Election Division Regarding Pre-Election Voting Machine Test Reports on October 30, 2024.

Local Government

FOIA Request Sent to Gogebic County Election Division Regarding Pre-Election Voting Machine Test Reports on October 30, 2024

By UP Gazette | Oct 30, 2024

FOIA Request to Gogebic County Election Division Regarding Pre-Election Voting Machine Test Reports on October 30, 2024.

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FOIA Request Sent to Mackinac County Election Division Regarding Pre-Election Voting Machine Test Reports on October 30, 2024

By UP Gazette | Oct 30, 2024

FOIA Request to Mackinac County Election Division Regarding Pre-Election Voting Machine Test Reports on October 30, 2024.

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FOIA Request Sent to Chippewa County Election Division Regarding Pre-Election Voting Machine Test Reports on October 30, 2024

By UP Gazette | Oct 30, 2024

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to the Chippewa County Election Division on October 30, 2024.

Local Government

FOIA Request Sent to Menominee County Election Division Regarding Voting Machines Testing Report on October 30, 2024

By UP Gazette | Oct 30, 2024

FOIA Request to Menominee County Election Division Regarding Voting Machines Pre-Election Test Reports on October 30, 2024.

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FOIA Request Sent to Luce County Election Division Regarding Voting Machines Testing Report on October 30, 2024

By UP Gazette | Oct 30, 2024

FOIA Request to Luce County Election Division Regarding Voting Machines Testing Report on October 30, 2024.

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Legislators demand reimbursement for EMS calls to Michigan state prisons

By UP Gazette | Oct 29, 2024

State Representatives Jaime Greene and David Prestin have urged the Michigan Legislature to reimburse local EMS agencies for emergency services provided to state prisons.

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Rep. Prestin calls for improved prison staffing after Chippewa Correctional Facility assault

By UP Gazette | Oct 3, 2024

State Representative Dave Prestin has called for improvements in working conditions and staffing levels in Michigan's prisons after a recent incident at the Chippewa Correctional Facility. During a tour with Michigan Corrections Officers’ Union President Byron Osborn and other officials, a prisoner assaulted an inspector. The attack occurred after the prisoner was searched upon exiting the dining hall, which he was informed did not violate policy.