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Subcommittee reschedules E-Verify hearing for November 19

By South Michigan News | Nov 17, 2025

The Subcommittee on Workforce Protections, led by Rep. Ryan Mackenzie (R-PA), has rescheduled its hearing on E-Verify, a system used to confirm employment eligibility in the United States.

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House subcommittee schedules hearing on career and technical education pathways

By South Michigan News | Nov 17, 2025

The Subcommittee on Early Childhood, Elementary, and Secondary Education will hold a hearing focused on career and technical education (CTE) pathways.

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Michigan resumes full November SNAP payments after USDA disruption

By South Michigan News | Nov 17, 2025

The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) has instructed its Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) vendor to resume issuing full SNAP payments for November.

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Supreme Court order pauses November SNAP payments affecting over one million Michiganders

By South Michigan News | Nov 17, 2025

The U.S. Supreme Court has issued an emergency order that halts the distribution of November Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits to millions of Americans, including recipients in Michigan.

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House Education and Workforce Committee schedules Member Day hearing for November 21

By South Michigan News | Nov 14, 2025

The Committee on Education and Workforce, led by Chairman Rep. Tim Walberg (R-MI), has scheduled a Member Day hearing for Friday, November 21, 2025.

Tim Walberg addresses end of government shutdown and support for local manufacturing

By South Michigan News | Nov 14, 2025

U.S. Representative Tim Walberg posted statements on November 13-14, 2025 about ending a lengthy government shutdown attributed to Democrats and highlighted efforts supporting local manufacturers such as Colson Group.

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Jackson Police Department serves as Toys for Tots donation site

By South Michigan News | Nov 13, 2025

Jackson residents have the opportunity to contribute to the Toys for Tots program by dropping off toy donations at the Jackson Police Department headquarters, located at 216 E. Washington Avenue.

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Tim Walberg honors veterans and calls for end to government shutdown

By South Michigan News | Nov 12, 2025

Rep. Tim Walberg used his social media platform on November 11-12, 2025 to recognize Veterans Day—highlighting local veteran Rod Fikel—and called for action on federal government funding legislation amid a shutdown dispute with Democrats.

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Walberg comments on reopening of federal government after shutdown

By South Michigan News | Nov 12, 2025

Congressman Tim Walberg of Michigan's 5th District issued a statement after the Senate and House approved a funding bill to reopen the federal government.

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Walberg recognizes Rod Fikel as Veteran of the Month for November

By South Michigan News | Nov 11, 2025

On Veterans Day, Congressman Tim Walberg (MI-05) recognized Rod Fikel from Coldwater as the Veteran of the Month for November.

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Tim Walberg discusses SNAP funding and celebrates Marine Corps anniversary

By South Michigan News | Nov 10, 2025

Rep. Tim Walberg posted updates about his engagement with constituents affected by SNAP funding during a government shutdown and commemorated the United States Marine Corps' anniversary with local events and tributes on November 8 and November 10.

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Jackson Police Department organizes annual Turkey Drive-Thru for local families

By South Michigan News | Nov 10, 2025

Jackson Police Department will hold its annual Turkey Drive-Thru event on Wednesday, November 19, 2025.

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House committee schedules hearing on innovation in higher education

By South Michigan News | Nov 10, 2025

The House Committee on Education and Workforce, led by Chairman Tim Walberg (R-MI), has scheduled a hearing to discuss innovation in higher education.

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Chairman Walberg cites shutdown’s impact on release of national jobs data

By South Michigan News | Nov 7, 2025

Education and Workforce Committee Chairman Tim Walberg (R-MI) has expressed concern about the ongoing government shutdown, attributing it to Democratic leadership and highlighting its impact on jobs data.

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Tim Walberg criticizes Democrats over shutdown's impact on aviation and Michiganders

By South Michigan News | Nov 7, 2025

Rep. Tim Walberg posted a series of tweets from November 5-7, criticizing Democrats for their handling of a prolonged government shutdown and highlighting its effects on both Michigan residents and national air travel systems.

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Chairman Walberg criticizes Democrats over government shutdown's impact on jobs data

By South Michigan News | Nov 7, 2025

Education and Workforce Committee Chairman Tim Walberg (R-MI) has issued a statement criticizing the ongoing government shutdown, attributing it to Democratic lawmakers and highlighting its impact on jobs data availability for the second...

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Victory introduces bills to replace MEDC with Bureau of Fair Competition

By South Michigan News | Nov 6, 2025

Senator Roger Victory has introduced a set of bills aimed at dissolving the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) and establishing a new Bureau of Fair Competition and Free Enterprise.

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Rep. Schmaltz proposes allowing mobile barbershops as part of regulatory reform effort

By South Michigan News | Nov 6, 2025

State Representative Kathy Schmaltz testified before the House Regulatory Reform Committee in support of legislation aimed at easing business regulations for barbers in Michigan.

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Tim Walberg addresses government shutdown and mourns Dick Cheney’s passing

By South Michigan News | Nov 5, 2025

Rep. Tim Walberg shared updates on social media between November 3-5, addressing both the impact of an ongoing government shutdown on federal workers and offering condolences after Dick Cheney's death.

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Chelsea receives $250K state grant for Commerce Park Drive reconstruction

By South Michigan News | Nov 5, 2025

The city of Chelsea has received a $250,000 state grant to help reconstruct Commerce Park Drive, according to State Representative Kathy Schmaltz.