State Rep. Ken Borton
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Rep. Borton criticizes AG Nessel over threats amid legislative standoff
State Representative Ken Borton has publicly criticized Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel, accusing her of using her position to intimidate House Republicans and Detroit Democrats.
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Rep. Borton opposes taxpayer-funded e-bike incentive program
State Representative Ken Borton has expressed his opposition to a bill that proposes the use of taxpayer money to subsidize the purchase of electric bikes.
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Rep. Borton criticizes Democrats' policies amid hospitality industry's financial challenges
State Representative Ken Borton criticized legislative Democrats on Friday for their focus on what he termed "radical policy" rather than addressing pressing issues affecting the hospitality industry and small businesses.
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Ken Borton opposes bills mandating destruction of guns in buyback programs
State Representative Ken Borton has expressed opposition to a legislative proposal that mandates the destruction of firearms obtained through gun buyback programs.
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Rep. Ken Borton criticizes DNR's proposed fee hikes in Northern Michigan
State Representative Ken Borton has voiced concerns regarding the Department of Natural Resources' (DNR) approach to increasing fees for Michigan residents.
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Michigan lawmakers oppose changes in Medicaid work rules and firearm regulations
Michigan lawmakers recently cast votes on several bills, expressing their opposition to proposed changes in Medicaid work requirements, firearm regulations at election-related locations, and safe firearm storage guidelines.
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Ken Borton re-elected as Republican Caucus chair in Michigan House
State Representative Ken Borton has been re-elected as the Republican Caucus chair in the Michigan House of Representatives for the 2025-2026 term.
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Rep. Borton criticizes Democrat majority over failure to restore tip credit
Rep. Ken Borton on Wednesday advocated for Northern Michigan restaurant workers as the House of Representatives convened, possibly for the last time until November.
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Rep. Borton hosts Otsego County deputy sheriff at Capitol 9/11 ceremony
State Rep. Ken Borton, R-Gaylord, and Greg Kates, Otsego County deputy sheriff and school resource officer, stood together at the Michigan State Capitol on Wednesday, Sept. 11, 2024. Kates was Borton’s guest at the Michigan House of Representatives’ annual ceremony remembering 9/11 and honoring Michigan first responders.
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Rep. Borton underscores benefits of Gaylord construction projects
State Rep. Ken Borton on Friday highlighted the significance of ongoing construction projects in Gaylord, emphasizing their positive impact on the community. Construction is currently in progress at the I-75 Business Loop near South Otsego Avenue as part of a $13.3 million initiative to enhance a 2.2-mile stretch.
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Rep. Borton warns Michigan Supreme Court ruling could impact local restaurants
State Rep. Ken Borton issued a statement on Wednesday following a Michigan Supreme Court ruling that will raise the minimum wage and eliminate the tip credit for servers, bartenders, and other workers who frequently earn more with tips than they would with a higher minimum wage. The changes are set to take effect on February 21, 2025.
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Rep. Borton criticizes new school aid budget signed by Gov. Whitmer
State Rep. Ken Borton on Tuesday criticized Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s decision to approve the Democrats’ school aid budget for the upcoming year. The budget reduces school safety funding by $300 million, a 90% cut, reallocates $670 million from teacher retirement accounts, and does not include a per-pupil funding increase for the first time in years.
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Rep. Borton promotes hazardous waste disposal day in Otsego County
State Rep. Ken Borton on Thursday encouraged the community in Otsego County to take advantage of the upcoming Household Hazardous Waste Disposal Day scheduled for Saturday, July 13, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event will be held at the Otsego County Road Commission, located at 669 W McCoy Rd in Gaylord.
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Rep. Borton opposes expansion of Michigan's unemployment benefits
State Rep. Ken Borton on Wednesday voted against a plan to extend unemployment benefits statewide. House Bill 5827, which ultimately passed along party lines, comes as Michigan’s unemployment rate has been under 4% for more than four months.
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Rep. Borton votes for tougher penalties on deed fraud
State Rep. Ken Borton on Thursday voted to criminalize the act of falsely claiming ownership of another person's property. The plan, which introduces a new ten-year felony, passed the House with overwhelming bipartisan support.
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Rep. Borton supports bipartisan plan for life-saving bleeding control measures
Rep. Ken Borton on Thursday announced his support for a bipartisan plan aimed at helping individuals save lives by preventing blood loss. The proposed legislation seeks to provide liability protections for those attempting to stop bleeding wounds and ensure high school students are educated in bleeding control techniques.
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Rep. Borton supports new bill criminalizing human smuggling in Michigan
State Rep. Ken Borton on Thursday announced his support for a 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. Borton criticizes Democrat Department of Transportation budget
State Rep. Ken Borton voiced strong criticism on Wednesday against the Democrat Department of Transportation budget, citing a lack of crucial funding for local roads. Instead, the budget allocated $15 million for aerial drones and $3 million for electric bike incentives. This comes as recent research ranks Michigan 47th nationally in terms of pavement road quality.
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Rep. Borton: DNR budget fails to address needs of rural Michigan
State Rep. Ken Borton, representing Gaylord, expressed disappointment as the Department of Natural Resources budget failed to address the needs of rural Michigan. During a recent House Appropriations Subcommittee meeting, Borton and Rep. Greg Alexander, the only other committee Republican, put forth amendments that were ultimately rejected by the Democrat majority.Borton voiced his commitment to representing rural communities, stating, "Even when Democrats refuse to listen, we have a responsibility to ensure our rural communities have their voices heard during the budget...
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Rep. Borton introduces plan to protect property owners from squatters
State Rep. Ken Borton has put forth a plan aimed at safeguarding Michigan property owners from the challenges posed by squatters illegally occupying private property. The proposal, known as House Bill 5634, seeks to provide property owners with a more efficient process to remove squatters from their premises.Borton emphasized the importance of addressing this issue promptly, stating, “Michigan residents should not have to undergo lengthy legal battles to regain control of property they legally own and pay taxes on.” He underscored the principle that trespassing is a...