Rep. Jeff Yaroch of Richmond voted in favor of the Unlock Michigan citizens’ initiative, removing an unconstitutional provision related to gubernatorial powers from state law.

“I’m proud of the many, many Michiganders who stood up and took action to make certain that such a power grab never happens again,” said Calley, of Portland. “The people of our state are much better off when our government leaders work collaboratively to solve our state’s problems.”

State Rep. Ben Frederick and the Michigan House today approved the Unlock Michigan citizens’ initiative to repeal the unconstitutional state law Gov. Gretchen Whitmer used to hold unilateral power over the people of Michigan during the first eight months of the COVID-19 pandemic.

State Rep. Rodney Wakeman and the Michigan House today approved the Unlock Michigan citizens’ initiative to repeal the unconstitutional state law Gov. Gretchen Whitmer used to hold unilateral power over the people of Michigan during the early portion of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Rep. Fink speaks prior to House approval Wednesday of the Unlock Michigan citizens’ initiative to repeal the unconstitutional 1945 state law that Gov. Gretchen Whitmer used to hold unilateral power over the people of Michigan during the COVID-19 pandemic.

“I was excited to vote yes for the citizens’ initiative repealing the 1945 Emergency Powers of the Governor Act. This act was used in ways that usurped the checks and balances that are guaranteed in our state’s constitution. One person should never have the power to silence the voice of the people and eliminate the ability for the Legislature to enact policies for the betterment of our state.”