Michigan Rep. Joseph Bellino
Recent News About Michigan Rep. Joseph Bellino
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Senator Bellino to Hold In-District Office Hours in May
Senator Bellino to Hold In-District Office Hours in May
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Senator Bellino Applauds State Grant to Help Remove Macon Creek Dam
Senator Bellino Applauds State Grant to Help Remove Macon Creek Dam
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Bellino sponsors bridge funding bill in economic development package
"LANSING, Mich. — Sen. Joseph Bellino has sponsored two bills to redirect $500 million in corporate handouts to a fund that supports bridge improvements as part of the Senate Republicans’ “Grow MI State” economic development package announced Wednesday."Rather than continuing the unfair and ineffective policy of handing out billions of taxpayer dollars to huge corporations, we should be using that money to support struggling families and improve our local infrastructure," said Bellino, R- Monroe."My bills would take funding from the SOAR corporate slush fund and invest...
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Sen. Bellino Applauds State Grant for Lead Service Line Replacement in Jonesville
LANSING, Mich. — Sen. Joseph Bellino expressed his appreciation on Friday for a state grant awarded to Jonesville to enhance the city's drinking water infrastructure by replacing lead pipes. Bellino, representing Monroe, stated, “This funding will help ensure access to safe and clean drinking water for the people of Jonesville.” He also emphasized his ongoing support for such investments, crediting the previous Republican-led Legislature for enabling these crucial initiatives to safeguard communities' water supply for the future.The grant of $293,860 for Community...
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Sen. Bellino Applauds State Grant for Adrian Lead Service Line Replacement
LANSING, Mich. — Sen. Joseph Bellino has expressed his approval of a state grant allocated to aid the city of Adrian in replacing lead pipes within its community. Speaking about the grant, Sen. Bellino stated, “This funding will help ensure the people of Adrian have access to clean and safe drinking water for decades to come.” He further added, “I have long supported this type of investment as the sort of long-term infrastructure improvements we should be making. This is also another example of the efforts made by the Legislature last term to help communities throughout our...
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Sen. Bellino Announces April 11 Office Hour
LANSING, Mich. — Sen. Joseph Bellino has announced he will conduct an in-district office hour to meet with the public on Thursday, April 11."My aim is to provide the best service possible for the hardworking people of Hillsdale, Lenawee, and Monroe counties, and I plan on holding meetings throughout the district to hear directly from constituents in one-on-one discussions," said Bellino, R-Monroe.Bellino will be available to meet with constituents on April 11 from 3 to 4 p.m. at the Pittsford Township Hall, located on the corner of S. Waldron Road and M-34 at 5015 S....
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Bellino’s nitrous oxide abuse bill signed into law
LANSING, Mich. — Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed legislation introduced by Sen. Joseph Bellino aimed at curbing the recreational abuse of nitrous oxide, commonly known as "laughing gas." Senator Bellino, a Republican from Monroe, highlighted the misuse of nitrous oxide canisters for intoxication purposes, prompting the need for stricter regulations."Although this gas is used in some food preparation and medical services, people are also using the charging canisters for the sole purpose of getting high," Senator Bellino emphasized the necessity of addressing this issue. He...
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Sen. Bellino to Hold In-District Office Hour on March 18
LANSING, Mich. — Sen. Joseph Bellino has announced that he will be conducting an in-district office hour to meet with the public on March 18. Expressing his commitment to serving the people he represents, Bellino stated, "My aim is to provide the best service possible for the hardworking people of Hillsdale, Lenawee and Monroe counties, and I plan on holding meetings throughout the district to hear directly from constituents in one-on-one discussions."The office hour will take place on Monday, March 18, from 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. at the Raisinville Township Hall, located at 96...
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Bellino urges Senate hearing on border security resolution
LANSING, Mich. — Sen. Joseph Bellino has called for a Senate hearing on his resolution addressing the escalating border crisis and its impact on local communities in Michigan and throughout the country. In a letter to Senate Majority Leader Winnie Brinks, Bellino emphasized the urgency of the situation, stating, "The Biden administration’s failure to enforce immigration policies has allowed fentanyl to saturate our communities and claimed the lives of too many Americans."Expressing his personal connection to the issue, Bellino revealed, "This issue is deeply personal to...
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Sen. Bellino Announces March 15 Office Hours
LANSING, Mich. — Sen. Joseph Bellino has announced he will conduct in-district office hours to meet with the public on Friday, March 15."My aim is to provide the best service possible for the hardworking people of Hillsdale, Lenawee and Monroe counties, and I plan on holding meetings throughout the district to hear directly from constituents in one-on-one discussions," said Bellino, R-Monroe.Bellino will be available to meet with constituents on March 15 from 1 – 2 p.m. at the Raisin Township Office, located at 5525 S. Occidental Highway in Tecumseh.Office hours are...
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Resolution Urges President Biden to Change Border Policies to Protect Communities
Sen. Joseph Bellino is sponsoring a resolution urging President Joe Biden to take action to protect Americans and local communities by reversing his current border policies. Bellino, a Republican from Monroe, expressed concern over the impact of the open-border policies, stating, “The United States is facing a border security crisis that is killing Americans and endangering our communities.”The resolution calls on the Biden administration to address the national security and public safety crisis exacerbated by the current policies that have allowed dangerous substances...
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Sen. Bellino supports Capt. Liedel memorial highway bill
Sen. Joseph Bellino, R-Monroe, has shown his support for legislation to honor the late Monroe Township firefighter Joseph Liedel. Capt. Liedel tragically lost his life in the line of duty in August 2020 while responding to an emergency."This is about honoring the life and service of Capt. Liedel, who served and protected the people of Monroe Charter Township for nearly three decades," said Sen. Bellino. "After following his father in becoming a firefighter, he earned the rank of captain and the trust and respect of his fellow colleagues."Capt. Liedel's dedication to...
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Bellino Criticizes Governor's Budget for Neglecting Struggling Families
LANSING, Mich. - Sen. Joseph Bellino, R-Monroe, strongly criticized Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's fiscal year 2025 state budget recommendation, calling it "irresponsible and short-sighted." In a statement issued on Wednesday, Bellino expressed his concerns about the budget's reliance on stopping a $700 million income tax cut and redirecting $670 million from the state's teacher retirement plan to fund government spending.While Bellino acknowledged his support for the increase in funding for schools and local governments, he criticized the governor for prioritizing the growth of...
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Sen. Bellino supports ‘MI Brighter Future’ plan to improve education
LANSING, Mich. - Sen. Joseph Bellino, a Republican from Monroe, has expressed his full support for a new education plan proposed by Senate Republicans in Michigan. The plan, called MI Brighter Future, aims to enhance childhood learning and provide greater support to teachers in the state's K-12 schools."Getting a good education is critical to a child's success in life, yet students across our state continue to fall behind despite repeated record K-12 funding," said Sen. Bellino. "The MI Brighter Future plan is a commonsense blueprint to building an education system that...
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Bellino named Legislator of the Year by Michigan Ducks Unlimited
Sen. Joseph Bellino, a Republican from Monroe, has been named Legislator of the Year by Michigan Ducks Unlimited. This prestigious award was presented to Bellino during the organization's third annual legislative luncheon in Lansing. Kyle Rorah, the director of Public Policy for Ducks Unlimited Great Lakes/Atlantic Region, had the honor of presenting the award to Bellino.The recognition comes as a result of Bellino's dedication and hard work in supporting wetland conservation and Ducks Unlimited through his legislation and policy efforts. Ducks Unlimited is an...
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Sen. Bellino applauds grant for site readiness in Monroe County
Sen. Joseph Bellino has expressed his approval and appreciation for the Michigan Economic Development Corporation's decision to award $87.5 million in grant funding for various projects across the state of Michigan. The funding, provided through the Strategic Site Readiness Program, aims to support the state's efforts to attract and secure transformative projects.One of the projects benefiting from this grant is a site in Monroe County, where the Monroe County Business Alliance will receive $82,310 to conduct site due diligence and evaluate the utility infrastructure at a...
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Sen. Bellino announces February office hours
LANSING, Mich. — Sen. Joseph Bellino has announced that he will be conducting in-district office hours in February to meet with the public. Bellino, a Republican from Monroe, aims to provide the best service possible for the hardworking people of Hillsdale, Lenawee, and Monroe counties."My aim is to provide the best service possible for the hardworking people of Hillsdale, Lenawee, and Monroe counties, and I plan on holding meetings throughout the district to hear directly from constituents in one-on-one discussions," said Bellino.During these office hours, Senator...
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Bellino welcomes long-time Adrian resident and community advocate to Capitol for 2024 State of the State address
LANSING, Mich. - Ben Negron, a long-time resident of Adrian and community advocate, was welcomed by Sen. Joseph Bellino, R-Monroe, to the Michigan Capitol on Wednesday night as his guest for Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's 2024 State of the State address.Negron, who has resided in Adrian for over 40 years, is the store director at the Meijer in Adrian. His dedication to his work and community has been recognized through the prestigious 2022 Fred Meijer Award. The award is bestowed annually to an individual who exemplifies the values and mission established by company founder Fred...
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Bellino comments on 2024 State of the State address
LANSING, Mich. - In response to Governor Gretchen Whitmer's 2024 State of the State address, Senator Joseph Bellino expressed his hope for bipartisan collaboration in order to address the concerns of the Michigan people. The Republican senator emphasized the need for lower taxes and assistance for families struggling with the rising costs of living.Bellino asserted that it is imperative for Democrats to reach out and work together with Republicans to find common ground on important issues. He highlighted the importance of improving education for all students, allocating...
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Sen. Bellino available for comments following 2024 State of the State address
LANSING, Mich. - Sen. Joseph Bellino, R-Monroe, will be available for comments following the governor's 2024 State of the State address, which is scheduled to begin at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 24. Bellino's office has announced that he will be providing his reaction and comments on state issues mentioned by the governor in the address.To schedule an interview with Sen. Bellino, interested parties are advised to contact his office prior to noon on Wednesday, Jan. 24. His office can be reached at 734-347-0949 or via email at [email protected]This opportunity presents a...