Senator Michele Hoitenga's Press Releases

LANSING, Mich. — State Sen. Michele Hoitenga on Friday announced that the Center for Immigration Studies’ (CIS) has removed its sanctuary designation of Wexford County, emphasizing that law-abiding communities across Northern Michigan reject such policies. “Legal immigration is a welcome part of our communities and economy in Northern Michigan, but this designation of Wexford County as a sanctuary jurisdiction for illegal immigrants was inappropriate, unwelcomed and

LANSING, Mich. — State Sen. Michele Hoitenga will host in-district office hours to meet with local residents on April 25 and 26. Hoitenga will meet with constituents at the following times and locations: 3 to 4 p.m. on Friday, April 25, at Big Boy, 400 S. Ripley Blvd. in Alpena. 10 to 11 a.m. on Saturday, April 26, at Kalkaska Senior Center, 303 S. Coral St.

LANSING, Mich. — The state Senate on Thursday adopted Sen. Michele Hoitenga’s resolution declaring April 18, 2025, as Lineman Appreciation Day to honor the tireless efforts of linemen who have worked to restore power across Northern Michigan in the wake of last month’s damaging ice storm. The severe weather left thousands without electricity, disrupting daily life and creating significant challenges. Linemen from across the state and

LANSING, Mich. — Sen. Michele Hoitenga on Wednesday met with Northern Michigan energy leaders on the ground in Gaylord as crews continue efforts to restore power to residents affected by last week’s devastating ice storm that crippled the region. Presque Isle Electric & Gas CEO Allan Berg and Great Lakes Energy CEO Shaun Lamp provided Hoitenga with valuable updates on their grid rebuild and restoration efforts

LANSING, Mich. — Sen. Michele Hoitenga, R-Manton, issued the following statement Tuesday after visiting Gaylord with Michigan State Police and local officials to assess the damage caused by the weekend ice storm that wreaked havoc on Northern Michigan: “It was heartbreaking to see firsthand the damage that thousands of families and small businesses are now facing across Northern Michigan. “As recovery efforts continue, I will remain

LANSING, Mich. — Sen. Michele Hoitenga, R-Manton, on Monday released the following statement after Gov. Gretchen Whitmer declared a state of emergency across Northern Michigan in the aftermath of extreme winter weather that devastated the region and left thousands without power over the weekend: “I applaud the governor’s decision to declare a state of emergency following the horrific storms that have taken place. This decision will