Senator Ruth Johnson's Press Releases
Johnson calls on Congress to pass legislation to ensure accurate voter rolls
LANSING, Mich. — Sen. Ruth Johnson stressed the importance of maintaining clean and accurate voter rolls during a press conference on the Capitol lawn on Wednesday, after introducing a Senate resolution encouraging Congress to act. “Accurate voter rolls are critical to the integrity of the elections process. Maintaining accurate records reduces the risk of fraudulent voting, and it can make the task of election administrators easier,”
***MEDIA ADVISORY*** Sen. Johnson, Rep. Hall to hold June 12 press conference on maintaining accurate voter rolls
LANSING, Mich. — Former Secretary of State Ruth Johnson and House Republican Leader Matt Hall will join Hogan Gidley of the America First Policy Institute Center for Election Integrity to hold a press conference on the Capitol steps on Wednesday, June 12, regarding the need to maintain clean and accurate voter rolls. Who: Sen. Ruth Johnson, R-Holly. House Republican Leader Matt Hall, R-Richland Township. Hogan Gidley
Sen. Johnson sponsors Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome Awareness Month resolution
LANSING, Mich. — The Michigan Senate on Thursday adopted Sen. Ruth Johnson’s resolution to raise awareness of Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS). EDS is an inherited condition that affects the connective tissues of the body. “Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome can significantly impact the lives of those affected, and early and accurate diagnosis can provide the opportunity to create lifesaving medical plans and improve patients’ quality of life,” said Johnson, R-Holly. “There
Johnson supports funding for outdoor recreation projects
LANSING, Mich. — Sen. Ruth Johnson on Thursday supported a Natural Resources Trust Fund (NRTF) bill to invest over $27 million in park and trail developments and public land acquisitions across Michigan, including two projects in the 24th Senate District. “The Natural Resources Trust Fund continues to help expand and enhance outdoor recreational opportunities for all Michigan families and tourists to enjoy,” said Johnson, R-Holly. “Two
Johnson blasts bills that strip ability to investigate election fraud during recounts
LANSING, Mich. — Sen. Ruth Johnson, R-Holly, who served as Michigan’s secretary of state from 2011 to 2018, issued the following statement after voting against Senate Bills 603 and 604, which would remove alleged fraud as a reason to request a recount of election results: “Senate Bill 603 ends the ability of local officials to investigate potential fraud, illegal activity, or even ballot tampering during a
Sen. Johnson sponsors American Heart Month, ‘Go Red for Women’ resolution
LANSING, Mich. — The Michigan Senate on Wednesday approved Sen. Ruth Johnson’s resolution to increase awareness of heart disease and stroke risks and recognize February as American Heart Month in Michigan. “Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death for women in the U.S., causing one of three deaths each year,” said Johnson, R-Holly. “Unfortunately, heart disease or a stroke can affect women at any age.