Rep. Johnsen has voted against a $82.5 billion spending plan that prioritizes pet projects over the critical needs of Michigan’s families and children in the new state budget. Johnsen said the plan relies on a tax increase that has families, seniors and small businesses handing over more of their hard-earned money to the state, while raiding teachers’ retirement accounts to the tune of $670 million. Meanwhile, the budget drastically reduces school safety funding.

State Rep. Gina Johnsen (R-Lake Odessa) issued the following statement after an illegal immigrant was charged in the fatal shooting of a Grand Rapids woman: “My heart goes out to the family of the young victim killed in this tragic, senseless shooting. This devastating event, perpetrated by an illegal immigrant, underscores the urgent need for […]