State Rep. Cam Cavitt
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Recent News About State Rep. Cam Cavitt
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Rep. Cavitt criticizes Democrats over Lincoln biomass plant shutdown
State Rep. Cam Cavitt on Wednesday criticized Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and Lansing Democrats as Northeast Michigan begins to feel the impact of new energy laws. The Viking Energy Biomass plant in Lincoln recently shut down, resulting in more than 70 workers losing their jobs.
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Rep. Cavitt offers support for former Viking Energy employees after plant closure
State Rep. Cam Cavitt, R-Cheboygan, released a statement Tuesday following the announcement that the Viking Energy biomass plant in Lincoln will be closing permanently. Last week, workers were informed that June 7 would be their last day of employment.
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Rep. Cavitt supports major land acquisitions for public use
State Rep. Cam Cavitt recently voted for a plan to support natural preservation efforts in Northeast Michigan. The funding will help expand state land available for public use by more than 9,000 acres.
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Rep. Cavitt honors MSU hockey coach Adam Nightingale at State Capitol
State Rep. Cam Cavitt on Wednesday welcomed Michigan State University hockey coach Adam Nightingale to the State Capitol. Nightingale, who is from Cheboygan, was honored for being named the 2024 Big Ten Coach of the Year, Big Ten Regular Season Champion, and Big Ten Tournament Champion. He was also a finalist for the 2024 Spencer Penrose National Coach of the Year award.
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Michigan lawmakers propose new legislation targeting human smuggling
State Reps. Cam Cavitt and Gina Johnsen on Tuesday introduced their plan to criminalize human smuggling in Michigan. Under current law, there is no state-level criminal penalty for human smuggling, only human trafficking.
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Rep. Cavitt welcomes local art contest winner to State Capitol
State Representative Cam Cavitt recently welcomed Jenna Carigon, an 11th-grade honor roll student from Atlanta High School, to the State Capitol in Lansing. Carigon earned this unique opportunity by emerging victorious in a local art contest hosted by Cavitt. Her winning submission was a painting of an elk, symbolizing the essence of Northeast Michigan. The choice of subject was particularly apt as Atlanta is known as the Elk Capitol of Michigan.
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Rep. Cavitt announces local office hours in Alpena and Harrisville
State Representative Cam Cavitt, a Republican from Cheboygan, has announced plans to host local office hours in Alpena and Harrisville. The meetings are scheduled for Friday, May 24 at the Alpena City Hall from 5 to 6 p.m., located at 208 N. 1st Ave in Alpena, and on Friday, May 31 at the Alcona County Building from 9 to 10 a.m., located at 106 5th St. in Harrisville.
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Rep. Cavitt Welcomes Newly Ordained Deacon Chambers for House Prayer
State Rep. Cam Cavitt on Tuesday welcomed Deacon Curtis Chambers to the State House to give the invocation. Chambers was just ordained as a Deacon in the Catholic Church on April 20.
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Rep. Cavitt Offers Assistance to Students with FAFSA Process
State Rep. Cam Cavitt has extended a helping hand to students grappling with the complexities of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) process. As reported on May 6, 2024, students encountering issues with FAFSA are urged to reach out to Rep. Cavitt's office for guidance and support.FAFSA, a crucial step in securing financial aid for higher education, has encountered significant delays this year, causing distress among students striving to meet the June 30 application deadline imposed by most universities and colleges. Rep. Cavitt, representing Cheboygan,...
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Rep. Cavitt: Oppressive mandates will close dairy farms long before the avian flu
State Rep. Cam Cavitt, representing Cheboygan, expressed strong opposition to the mandates issued by the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development, stating that they will have a detrimental impact on dairy farmers. The mandates, aimed at controlling avian influenza, have raised concerns within the agricultural community, especially among dairy farmers.Cavitt highlighted the burden these mandates place on dairy farmers, emphasizing their importance in the economy of Northeast Michigan. He pointed out that while addressing the avian flu risk is crucial, the...
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Rep. Cavitt Urges Governor to Send Troops to Border Amidst Crisis
State Rep. Cam Cavitt has introduced a resolution urging Gov. Gretchen Whitmer to send Michigan National Guard troops to the U.S.-Mexico border, following a request for assistance from Texas Gov. Greg Abbott. Cavitt emphasized the severity of the situation, stating, "The crisis at the southern border has gotten so far out of control that other states now must step in to clean up the federal government’s mess."Cavitt highlighted that the issue goes beyond national security, describing it as a humanitarian crisis. He pointed out that the Michigan National Guard is...
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Rep. Cavitt: Rural Michigan Criticizes Partisan State Budget Decisions
State Rep. Cam Cavitt criticized House Democrats for what he perceived as blatant partisanship in the recent budget decisions affecting rural Michigan. Cavitt highlighted the rejection of proposed budget amendments that aimed to support the Michigan State Police and allocate funding to rural Northeast Michigan. The amendments, put forward by House Republicans, were turned down in party-line votes, prompting Cavitt to accuse the Democrats of prioritizing political interests over the needs of the state.“Democrats’ time in leadership will be defined by their outright refusal...
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Rep. Cavitt Applauds Federal Decision to Protect Sturgeon Fishing
State Rep. Cam Cavitt applauded the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service's decision not to label lake sturgeon as an endangered species, stating, "Michigan is the national leader in lake sturgeon preservation. It’s great to see the feds recognize our world-class efforts and throw out this bogus attempt to ban lake sturgeon fishing nationwide." Cavitt, R-Cheboygan, emphasized the significance of sturgeon fishing in northern Michigan, noting, "Sturgeon fishing season is basically a holiday in northern Michigan. We teach our kids about the importance of preserving sturgeon...
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Rep. Cavitt Announces Effort to Re-establish Natural Resource Advisory Boards
State Rep. Cam Cavitt has introduced a bill aimed at re-establishing natural resource advisory boards in Michigan to protect businesses from unnecessary regulations. According to Cavitt, these boards are crucial in determining which rules are essential for environmental protection and which ones may be more harmful than beneficial.Cavitt, a Republican from Cheboygan, expressed concern about the impact of burdensome regulations on businesses and jobs, stating, “State officials don’t seem to care how many jobs they kill or businesses they close with their burdensome...
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Rep. Cavitt slams committee rejection of Sportsmen Against Hunger funding
State Representative Cam Cavitt expressed strong disapproval after the rejection of a budget amendment to provide funding for Michigan Sportsmen Against Hunger (MSAH). The House Appropriation Subcommittee on Agriculture and Rural Development and Natural Resources dismissed the proposed $600,000 funding by Rep. Greg Alexander, leading to a rebuke from Cavitt. The rejection, made along party lines by the Democrat committee majority, drew criticism from Cavitt, who represents Cheboygan.“House Democrats just spit in the face of an organization just trying to reduce waste and...
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Rep. Cavitt Supports Proposed Congressional Sturgeon Fishing Protections
State Rep. Cam Cavitt has voiced his support for the Michigan Sturgeon Protected and Exempt from Absurd Regulations Act, also known as the Michigan SPEAR Act, introduced by Congressman Jack Bergman. The act aims to prevent the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Services from listing Michigan lake sturgeon as an endangered species.In a statement, Cavitt, who represents Cheboygan, emphasized the cultural significance of lake sturgeon fishing in Northern Michigan, stating, "It is impossible to understate the broad cultural significance of lake sturgeon fishing in Northern Michigan." He...
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Rep. Cavitt Urges Action to Prohibit Sanctuary Cities in Michigan
State Rep. Cam Cavitt is calling for a committee hearing on his plan to ban sanctuary city policies in Michigan following a recent tragedy. Cavitt, speaking on the issue, expressed his concerns, stating, “How many more tragedies must our communities suffer before so-called sanctuary cities realize the error of the ways and the dangerous lawlessness their misguided decisions create?” Cavitt, along with House Republican Leader Matt Hall, urged the House Government Operations Committee to hold a hearing on their plan, House Bills 4879 and 4880, to create the Sanctuary Policy...
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Rep. Cavitt Urges Tax Filers to Seek Assistance Through His Office
State Rep. Cam Cavitt is reaching out to tax filers in Northeast Michigan, offering assistance to those encountering issues with state tax filings. Cavitt's office is prepared to aid individuals facing delays in receiving their state tax returns or those who have inquiries about new tax regulations."Tax filing season can be confusing, especially for people who don’t have time to spend dozens of hours figuring out what they are and are not eligible for," expressed Cavitt. "My office can assist people in securing their returns on time and better understanding tax credits...
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Rep. Cavitt to host local office hours
State Rep. Cam Cavitt, R-Cheboygan, will soon host local office hours in Alpena and Lewiston. The meetings are scheduled as follows:On Wednesday, March 27, the meeting will take place at the Alpena County George N. Fletcher Public Library from 1 to 2 p.m., located at 211 N. 1st Ave. in Alpena.On Thursday, March 28, residents can meet with Cavitt at Talley’s Log Cabin from 1 to 2 p.m., situated at 2981 Co Rd. 612 in Lewiston.According to the announcement, no appointments are necessary to attend these meetings. For those unable to attend but still wish to communicate...
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Rep. Cavitt Proposes Priority Access for Michigan Campers to State Parks
State Rep. Cam Cavitt has put forth a new proposal aiming to provide Michigan residents with priority access to state parks and forests. The initiative, labeled House Bill 5597, seeks to grant residents the ability to reserve campground spots at these locations two weeks before nonresidents.In support of the plan, Rep. Cavitt expressed his concerns about the current situation, stating, "It’s great to see so many people interested in camping in Michigan. But some of our most popular parks fill up so quickly that state residents have less than 20 minutes to get a spot...