State Rep. Brian Begole
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Rep. BeGole criticizes budget plan's disregard for bipartisan priorities
State Rep. Brian BeGole, of Antrim Township, today criticized advancing budget plans for using taxpayer dollars to fund expensive new programs and catering to a radical agenda rather than focusing on areas that would give taxpayers the most return on their investment.
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Rep. BeGole Advocates for Michigan National Guard Deployment to Southern Border
State Rep. Brian BeGole is advocating for the deployment of the Michigan National Guard to the southern border to address ongoing issues and protect residents. BeGole emphasized the need for action, stating, “The data very clearly shows the dangers that relaxed border policies at the federal level present to our state and our local communities.”In support of this initiative, BeGole backed a House resolution urging the governor to send National Guard members to the border, highlighting the influx of drugs and individuals with criminal backgrounds entering communities. He...
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Rep. BeGole Criticizes Gov. Whitmer's Policy on Rent Assistance for Newcomers
State Rep. Brian BeGole, of Antrim Township, criticized the Whitmer administration's approach that he believes is exacerbating the border crisis. BeGole expressed concerns about a plan from the Department of Labor and Economic Development that offers rent assistance to newcomers in Michigan without clear transparency on how the program operates.“This is money that could be returned to taxpayers to help them with their grocery bills or their own housing costs,” BeGole said. “Instead, this money is footing the bill to fulfill a radical, national agenda. That’s wrong."...
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Rep. BeGole attends Shiawassee County event, talks legislative priorities
State Rep. Brian BeGole, of Antrim Township, recently participated in the annual Shiawassee County Farm Bureau Legislative Breakfast, engaging with over 75 attendees, including local officials and staff from state and federal offices. During the event, BeGole expressed his gratitude, stating, "I was incredibly honored to attend and speak at this event."Addressing the pressing issues affecting the agriculture industry in Lansing, BeGole emphasized the importance of engaging with farmers and ranchers to understand their concerns. He highlighted the significant role played...
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Rep. BeGole Honors Retiring Owosso Charter Township First Responder
State Rep. Brian BeGole recently paid tribute to Battalion Chief Michael Thornburg of the Owosso Charter Township Fire Department for his 51 years of service as he prepares to retire. Thornburg started his career at the department in 1972 and worked his way up from a firefighter to an assistant engineer, engineer, and assistant chief.In a statement, Rep. BeGole expressed his appreciation for Chief Thornburg's dedication and contributions, saying, "The life-threatening tasks firefighters face demand courage, preparation, commitment, and knowledge. We are incredibly...
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Michigan residents suffer as Democrats refuse to cooperate in divided legislature, says Rep. BeGole
State Rep. Brian BeGole of Antrim Township expressed his frustration over the lack of collaboration from Democrats in the Michigan House. With a current 54-54 legislative split, BeGole believes that the refusal to work together is causing harm to workers and families across the state. He stated, "This inability to govern is hurting workers and families across our communities and the state. People expect their elected leaders to work effectively on their behalf and pass good legislation – not take their ball and go home for four months as Democrats have done when the numbers...
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Rep. BeGole: Governor skipping over major problems Michigan is facing amidst spending spree
State Representative Brian BeGole has criticized Governor Gretchen Whitmer's State of the State address, stating that the proposed initiatives will only worsen affordability concerns for the people of Michigan. BeGole argues that the governor's plans, including two years of free community college, $1.4 billion in housing earmarks, and additional green energy incentives, will burden hardworking individuals and small business owners.BeGole emphasizes the importance of lower taxes, dedicated local road funding, stronger education standards, and reforming the Unemployment...