NEW POST 10/8/20 Michigan’s schools will endure zero funding cuts State Rep. Brad Paquette, of Niles, joined the Michigan House of Representatives in approving its plan for the state’s Fiscal Year 2021 K-12 budget on Wednesday. Paquette, who serves on the House Education Committee, said despite the tight budget year the state faces in the […]

The state House has approved Rep. Mary Whiteford’s plan to combat the serious shortage of psychiatric hospital beds in Michigan. Whiteford’s legislation would require the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) to establish psychiatric residential treatment facilities (PRTFs) for Medicaid patients under the age of 21. PRTFs are non-hospital facilities designed for young people […]

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Common-sense adjustments would allow people to stay at work safely State Rep. Brad Paquette today said the governor moved in the wrong direction when she put even more restrictions on people and businesses while extending her stay-at-home order until April 30. Gov. Gretchen Whitmer ordered that stores no longer sell what she considers non-essential items […]

Plan waives school days, ensures workers are fully compensated State Rep. Brad Paquette, of Niles, today announced the Legislature has reached a bipartisan agreement with the governor regarding education response in the wake of school closures brought on by coronavirus. The agreement closes all public and private school buildings for the remainder of the 2019-20 […]

State Rep. Brad Paquette, of Niles, today issued the following statement related to coronavirus cases that were recently identified in Cass and Berrien Counties: “Earlier this week we learned of Berrien County’s first confirmed cases of COVID-19 – today Cass County’s first case was also reported. My heart goes out to the individuals and their […]

House Election of Ethics Committee approves measure State Rep. Brad Paquette is spearheading a plan to give local election clerks the option to send out absentee ballot applications that allow voters to request ballots for all elections in a calendar year. Paquette, of Niles, said it makes sense to allow local clerks to determine the […]

State Rep. Brad Paquette announced his plans today to meet with members of Berrien and Cass county in March.  “Communication is vital for successful representation,” Paquette said. “I look forward to meeting and hearing from those I represent.” Rep. Paquette will be available Saturday, March 28 at the following times and locations: 10 to 11 […]

Legislation protects school funding; helps roads across Michigan Rep. Brad Paquette, of Niles, announced newly introduced House legislation that would fix Michigan’s current broken road funding formula, generate an extra $800 million for roads without new taxes, and dedicate the money solely to local roads which lost out in the governor’s recent borrowing scheme. The […]

House panel advances lawmaker’s measure reducing CPL renewal fee The House Military, Veterans and Homeland Security Committee today approved state Rep. Brad Paquette’s plan to substantially reduce the concealed pistol license (CPL) renewal fee, allowing more Michiganders to afford their right to bear arms. Paquette’s plan, hatched from bipartisan collaboration, states the $115 CPL holders […]

Rep. Brad Paquette facilitated an education brainstorming session on Wednesday with a group of teachers and fellow lawmakers to discuss the future of education in Michigan and how educators can play a larger role in the policy formation process. Trusted Voices, a nonpartisan advocacy group of educators, partnered with Rep. Paquette to host the session. […]

State Rep. Brad Paquette announced his upcoming office hours for the month of February.  “Active citizenship forms the foundation of a strong democratic republic,” Paquette said. “I encourage you to take the time to express your interests and concerns with me, so I can speak boldly for Southwest Michigan at the Capitol.” Rep. Paquette will […]