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MI SR0124

Resolution

Official Source

Status

Introduced

3/4/2010

Primary Sponsor

Randy Richardville

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Origin

Senate

95th Legislature

AI Summary

  • Urges the Secretary of State to reconsider and reverse the decision to close the Temperance branch office of the Secretary of State
  • Notes that approximately 50,000 people in Bedford Township and surrounding areas would face 15 to 30 mile drives to the nearest Secretary of State branch in Monroe if the office closes
  • Identifies senior citizens as disproportionately affected due to limited ability to use online services
  • Argues that the Temperance office serves as an economic anchor for local businesses and that closure could shift spending to Toledo, Ohio
  • Requests that the Secretary of State provide evidence that the financial savings justify the inconvenience and costs imposed on citizens

Legislative Description

A resolution to urge the Secretary of State to reconsider and reverse the decision to close the branch office located in Temperance.

Secretary of State Office

Last Action

Referred To Committee On Local, Urban And State Affairs

3/4/2010

Committee Referrals

Local, Urban & State Affairs3/4/2010

Full Bill Text

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