State Rep. Luke Meerman
Recent News About State Rep. Luke Meerman
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Michigan legislators call for investigation after Camp Grayling security breach
The Michigan Legislative Working Group for National Security is calling for an investigation into a recent security breach at Camp Grayling. This follows the discovery of several international students from China photographing military equipment at the site. The federal government has charged five students with lying to investigators and attempting to cover their actions.
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Rep. Meerman criticizes Senate Bill 911 on teacher retirement funds
State Rep. Luke Meerman issued a statement following the House Democrats' vote to pass Senate Bill 911, which aims to use funds from the teacher retirement fund for other projects.
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Rep. Meerman criticizes Democrats' school aid supplemental
State Rep. Luke Meerman, R-Coopersville, has issued a statement criticizing the Democrats' School Aid Supplemental. The supplemental aims to restore school safety and mental health funding that was reduced by 92% in the budget signed earlier this year.
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Rep. Meerman attends 9-11 memorial with local public safety officer
Rep. Luke Meerman attended the House of Representatives annual 9-11 Memorial Ceremony on the Capitol lawn today.
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Meerman criticizes Supreme Court ruling impacting Michigan agriculture
State Rep. Luke Meerman (R-Coopersville) recently expressed discontent with the Michigan Supreme Court’s ruling against agriculture producers. The high court determined that the state is not required to adhere to the Administrative Procedures Act (APA), Michigan’s law governing how state agencies can issue rules.
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Rep. Meerman criticizes court ruling impacting small businesses and tipped workers
State Rep. Luke Meerman (R-Coopersville) on Wednesday issued a statement following the Michigan Supreme Court's decision to strike down the state’s current minimum wage law, which mandates the elimination of the tip credit for servers, bartenders, and other tipped workers.
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Rep. Meerman announces local office hours amid fiscal year 2025 budget concerns
Rep. Luke Meerman invites residents to join him at his upcoming office hours in Allendale and Ravenna on Friday, August 23.
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Rep. Meerman praises congressional protections against foreign influence
State Rep. Luke Meerman (R-Coopersville) today applauded the U.S. House of Representatives for adopting security measures within the FY2025 National Defense Authorization Act, which authorizes policies, programs, and spending for the Department of Defense.
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Rep. Meerman opposes Democrat-led changes to Michigan's election petition process
State Rep. Luke Meerman voted against a Democrat plan today, citing concerns that it would erode public trust in Michigan's election procedures. House Bills 5571-76 propose significant changes to the petition process for various elections, including nomination petitions, ballot proposals, and constitutional and initiative petitions.
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Rep. Meerman opposes House Bill 5803 regarding teacher pension funds
State Rep. Luke Meerman voted against legislation passed by House Democrats today to divert resources intended to pay down teacher retirement debt, a move that could jeopardize Michigan’s state finances.
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Rep. Meerman announces local office hours for July
State Rep. Luke Meerman invites residents to attend his upcoming office hours in Fruitport and Coopersville. Local office hours provide an opportunity for residents to meet one-on-one with Rep. Meerman to discuss state issues, ask questions about state government, and request assistance with personal concerns. No appointment is necessary, and all are welcome to attend.
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Rep. Meerman opposes changes to Michigan's recount procedures
State Rep. Luke Meerman has voted against Democrat legislation that would remove verification and validity measures enacted to prevent fraud. Senate Bills 603-04 amend Michigan Election Law by making several changes to the state’s recount process. Under current law, vote recounts may be conducted based on allegations of fraud or mistake. However, the new legislation removes fraud as a reason for a recount, states that recount petitions may only allege an error, and requires petitions to be based on the notion that the election results would have been different without that...
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Rep. Meerman reaffirms support for Israel amidst campus protests
Rep. Meerman issued a statement on May 21, 2024, reaffirming his support for the people of Israel against known terrorist groups and condemning antisemitism on college campuses.
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Rep. Meerman underscores importance of prayer on National Day
On the occasion of the National Day of Prayer, Rep. Luke Meerman, a devout Christian representing Michigan’s 89th House District, emphasized the importance and power of prayer. He described prayer as a pillar of Christian faith and an essential part of personal spirituality during both uncertain and celebratory times.
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Meerman Advocates for Commonsense Security Measures in Michigan’s LEO Budget
Rep. Luke Meerman (R-Coopersville) recently voiced his concerns after House Democrats rejected his LEO budget amendment, which aimed to reinforce the stewardship of tax dollars in Michigan by ensuring funds are not allocated to organizations associated with nations labeled as "countries of concern" by the U.S. Department of State.In a statement, Meerman emphasized the necessity of implementing precautionary measures to safeguard taxpayer dollars, particularly in light of past incidents like the misappropriation of funds towards the Gotion battery plant. He stated, "As we...
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Meerman calls on Legislature to fund safety measures for all students equitably
State Rep. Luke Meerman, who chaired the House School Safety Task Force last term, expressed his disappointment after the Senate Appropriations Committee omitted certain school safety and mental health funding for non-public schools in the new state budget proposal. Meerman emphasized the importance of ensuring safety in all educational settings, regardless of the type of school attended, to protect the well-being of students, teachers, and staff members."Every child deserves a safe learning environment regardless of the type of school they attend. Ensuring safety in all...
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Upcoming Office Hours with Rep. Meerman in Coopersville and Hudsonville
Rep. Meerman will be holding office hours in Coopersville and Hudsonville in the month of April. The scheduled times and locations for the office hours are as follows:"Join Rep. Meerman for local office hours in April at the following times and locations:"- On Saturday, April 13, from 8:00 to 9:00 a.m. at Delly Belly Bakery located at 288 Main St. in Coopersville.- On Monday, April 29, from 11:00 a.m. to Noon at Blendon Township Hall situated at 7161 72nd Ave. in Hudsonville.These office hours provide an opportunity for constituents to engage with Rep. Meerman,...
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Rep. Meerman Optimistic About Progress on School Safety Bills
State Rep. Luke Meerman (R-Coopersville) expressed optimism and appreciation for the progress made regarding the bipartisan school safety bills during a recent statement. Meerman commended the House Education Committee for advancing portions of the package and eagerly anticipates the entire package moving forward for approval."I’m grateful to see portions of the bipartisan school safety package moving forward, and hopeful that the whole package will soon move out of committee and to the House Floor for a vote. The steadfast commitment to bipartisan collaboration by Reps....
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Rep. Meerman to host local office hours
State Rep. Luke Meerman, R-Coopersville, is set to host local office hours in Marne and Fruitport in the coming weeks. Meerman emphasized the importance of these gatherings, stating, “Office hours are the best way for folks to let me know about the issues that matter most to them.” He also highlighted the opportunity for constituents to stay informed about legislative activities in Lansing, adding, “It’s also a great opportunity for me to communicate all that’s been happening in Lansing. I’d encourage everyone to attend so we can discuss how to make Michigan the best it can...
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Whitmer's Plan to Divert Funds from Teacher Retirement Sparks Criticism
Rep. Meerman expressed his disappointment with Governor Whitmer's recent proposal to divert $670 million from the Michigan Public School Employee's Retirement System (MPSERS), which is already $30 million in debt. Meerman criticized the governor's plan, calling it irresponsible and politically motivated.Meerman had previously introduced a bill that aimed to pay down the MPSERS debt by $1 billion, using a portion of the state's budget surplus of nearly $9 billion. This proposal would have saved taxpayers $1.5 billion overall and allowed more funds to be allocated towards...