State Rep. Ken Borton (R-Mich.)
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Rep. Borton criticizes Governor Whitmer's taxpayer-funded trip to Europe
State Representative Ken Borton has criticized Governor Gretchen Whitmer and senior officials in her administration for embarking on a taxpayer-funded trip to the United Kingdom and Ireland.
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House Republicans push for states' control over education
State Representative Ken Borton has expressed support for a resolution urging Congress to dismantle the United States Department of Education (Ed) and delegate its responsibilities back to individual states.
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Ken Borton hosts finance authority to discuss PFAS issues
State Representative Ken Borton, representing Gaylord, hosted the Cadillac Local Development Finance Authority (LDFA) in Lansing this week.
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Rep. Borton supports bill reversing Michigan's recent income tax increase
State Representative Ken Borton cast his vote on Tuesday in favor of reversing the 2024 income tax increase implemented by Democrats.
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Borton backs GOP plan for Michigan roads without tax hikes
State Representative Ken Borton has expressed his support for a new plan proposed by House Republicans to address Michigan's road infrastructure issues.
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Rep. Borton votes to protect Northern Michigan's tipped workers and small businesses
State Representative Ken Borton cast a significant vote on Thursday aimed at shielding small businesses and tipped workers in Northern Michigan from impending mandates.
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Rep. Borton criticizes Gov. Whitmer's road funding plan
State Representative Ken Borton has voiced criticism following Governor Gretchen Whitmer's announcement of a $2.75 billion plan to improve Michigan roads, which involves significant tax increases.
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Rep. Borton opposes fee hikes for outdoor activities in Michigan
State Representative Ken Borton expressed strong opposition to Governor Gretchen Whitmer and Michigan Department of Natural Resources Director Scott Bowen regarding proposed increases in hunting, fishing, and boating fees.
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Ken Borton takes on multiple roles in Michigan House Appropriations Committee
State Representative Ken Borton has been appointed by Speaker Matt Hall to several key roles within the House Appropriations Committee.
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Rep. Borton welcomes Gaylord pastor and local radio host to Lansing
State Representative Ken Borton, a Republican from Gaylord, expressed his pride in welcoming Pastor Derek Hagland to Lansing.
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Senate considers house bills on tip credit and sick time mandates
State Representative Ken Borton expressed his support for House Bills 4001 and 4002, which were passed by the House on Thursday.
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Rep. Ken Borton supports dissenting voices within Michigan's Department of Natural Resources
State Representative Ken Borton has announced his intention to support staff members of the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) who wish to express opposition to their leadership's plans for forest clear-cutting.
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Michigan forms committee to address court ruling affecting tipped workers
State Representative Ken Borton has been appointed to a newly formed committee aimed at addressing the repercussions of a Michigan Supreme Court decision that could impact tipped workers and small businesses.
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Lawmakers demand answers over proposed solar farm in state forest
State Representative Ken Borton, alongside 52 other lawmakers from both Republican and Democrat parties, has called for accountability from the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) regarding a proposed solar farm near Gaylord.
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Lawmakers demand firings at DNR over solar farm project
State Representatives Ken Borton and Mike Hoadley, along with State Senator Michele Hoitenga, have called for significant dismissals within the Department of Natural Resources (DNR).
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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.