State Rep. Donni Steele
Recent News About State Rep. Donni Steele
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Rep. Steele criticizes lack of local road funding in transportation budget
State Representative Donni Steele voted against the Department of Transportation budget on Wednesday, citing a critical lack of funding for local roads. Instead, the budget allocated $15 million for aerial drones and $3 million for electric bike incentives, neglecting transparency and accountability measures. A recent study ranked Michigan 47th nationally in terms of pavement road quality.
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Headline: Michigan House Democrats Refuse to Vote on Resolution Against Antisemitism
State Rep. Donni Steele criticized House Democrats for blocking a vote on her bipartisan resolution to designate May 2 as End Jew-Hatred Day in Michigan. The resolution was introduced in response to ongoing antisemitic incidents in the state. Steele, from Orion Township, stated, “At this point, House Democrat leadership and these radical protestors are one and the same.” She added, “Protestors want to ignore the atrocities Hamas committed against the Israeli people last fall, and House Democrats want to ignore the reality that no protest calling for the destruction of Israel...
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Rep. Steele Introduces Bipartisan Resolution Condemning Anti-Jewish Hate
State Rep. Donni Steele, alongside her Republican and Democrat colleagues, introduced a bipartisan resolution condemning ongoing antisemitic hate in Michigan. Steele labeled May 2 as End Jew-Hatred Day in Michigan and stressed the importance of standing against hate towards the Jewish community.Steele emphasized the need to reject those who spread hate towards Jewish individuals, particularly students in the state. She urged her colleagues in the House to unite in denouncing such acts of hate. Steele stated, "Jewish people, especially students, are facing heightened...
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Rep. Steele: University of Michigan should stop antisemitic harassment
"State Rep. Donni Steele has urged the University of Michigan to take action to address the ongoing anti-Israel protests on campus before things escalate further. Steele emphasized the importance of providing a safe environment for all students, including Jewish students, to pursue their education without facing harassment.According to Steele, the protests at the University of Michigan, similar to those at Columbia University, have taken a concerning turn with protestors spreading antisemitic hate and calling for the annihilation of Israel. The State Rep. raised alarm...
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Steele: State economic development policy should prioritize taxpayers
Steele, a voice advocating for a shift in Michigan's economic development policy, is urging a reevaluation of the state's approach towards prioritizing taxpayers over large corporations. He emphasizes the importance of focusing on the needs of regular people and small businesses within the community.Reflecting on past experiences, Steele criticizes the current economic development strategy, stating, "Sometimes, it feels like Michigan’s economic development strategy is managed by someone flying 30,000 feet in the air." He stresses the necessity to "secure help for the...
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Rep. Steele Expresses Frustration Over International Crime Syndicates Threatening Michigan
State Rep. Donni Steele, from Orion Township, has voiced her support for a House Republican initiative aimed at cracking down on criminals associated with transnational crime syndicates infiltrating the United States. Steele expressed her concerns about criminal organizations from Central and South America exploiting the border crisis and weak federal immigration laws to carry out illegal activities in various states, including Michigan.Steele emphasized the urgency of the situation, stating, "People shouldn’t have to be afraid inside their own homes. We need to do...
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Rep. Steele calls for budgeting transparency to combat abuse of taxpayer dollars
State Rep. Donni Steele has proposed a plan aimed at bringing transparency to the state budgeting process to prevent the abuse of taxpayer dollars. Steele emphasized the importance of the plan, stating, “This plan is about fairness and transparency across the board.” She highlighted the need to prevent individuals from exploiting the budgeting system for personal gain.The call for transparency comes in the wake of recent allegations of financial mismanagement involving a $20 million grant awarded to Global Link International, a metro Detroit businesswoman. Steele...
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Rep. Steele Criticizes Michigan's Reliance on Corporate Handouts for Economic Development
State Rep. Donni Steele, representing Orion Township, has expressed strong criticism towards Michigan's economic development strategies under Governor Gretchen Whitmer's administration. According to Rep. Steele, the state's approach of providing corporate handouts as a way to stimulate the economy is ineffective and detrimental to local communities.In a statement, Rep. Steele highlighted the shortcomings of the current economic policies, stating, "The only economic development strategy the governor has adopted is throwing heaps of taxpayer dollars at large corporations in...
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Rep. Steele: OK2SAY bill abandoned
State Rep. Donni Steele of Orion Township expressed disappointment over the failure of the House Education Committee to address certain Republican school safety bills. In a statement released recently, Rep. Steele highlighted the lack of consideration for bills aimed at enhancing school safety measures.Steele, who sponsored House Bill 4093 requiring OK2SAY program contact information on student ID cards, criticized the lack of action on important legislation. She lamented, "I feel like I’m still in high school being forced to play political games just so we can keep kids...
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Rep. Steele Calls for Expanded Transparency in Michigan Government
State Rep. Donni Steele, speaking in honor of Sunshine Week, emphasized the need for increased transparency in Michigan's government. Steele introduced a plan to expand the scope of Michigan’s Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) to cover all state government activities. She expressed her concerns about the current state of affairs in Lansing, stating, “Too many well-meaning folks have been elected only to sell their souls and embrace the swamp culture. It needs to end. Passing our plan to expand the scope of FOIA would be the first step in lifting the clouds that has covered...
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Rep. Steele: Hands off teacher pensions
State Rep. Donni Steele is speaking out against Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's proposal to divert funds from the teacher pension system, a move that could jeopardize educators' retirement benefits. Steele, from Orion Township, criticized the plan, stating, "Those same teachers who work tirelessly to teach kids to live within their means now have to watch as their state government leverages their retirement accounts to fund unnecessary initiatives and programs."Steele highlighted the significant underfunding issue within the Michigan Public Schools Employees' Retirement System...
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Rep. Steele to host local office hour
State Rep. Donni Steele, R-Orion Township, will soon host a local office hour in Auburn Hills. The meeting will take place at the Auburn Hills Community Center on Tuesday, March 26, from 8 to 9 a.m. located at 3350 E. Seyburn Drive in Auburn Hills. "No appointments are necessary to attend office hours. Those who are unable to attend but would still like to share their thoughts with the representative may call her Lansing office at (517) 373-1771 or email [email protected]," said State Rep. Donni Steele.Steele represents the 100th District, which includes the city of...
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State Rep. Donni Steele Commends Oakland University for Free Speech Contest
State Rep. Donni Steele has commended Oakland University for initiating a civic engagement contest focused on free speech. The contest, which asks students whether freedom of speech is crucial for a healthy democracy, allows entries in various formats such as essays, videos, drawings, poems, or audio recordings.“We live in a time where our freedom of speech is being questioned all too often,” said Steele. “This contest gives our students the opportunity to explore their first amendment right and communicate how essential that liberty is to them. To me, nothing is more...
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Rep. Steele: Bipartisanship is a must for school safety package
State Rep. Donni Steele is urging the state House to consider a bipartisan school safety plan that was introduced a year ago. The plan was developed by the Bipartisan School Safety Task Force, which was formed by House Republican leadership in response to the Oxford High School shooting. The task force conducted extensive research and received input from professionals in law enforcement, education, and mental health before publishing its report in December 2022."In a time when political divides keep deepening, the House needs something for everyone to agree on; I’m...
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Rep. Steele: Hateful ideas must be denounced
State Representative Donni Steele, a Republican from Orion Township, has spoken out against a recent social media post made by State Representative Josh Schriver, also a Republican from Oxford. The post in question promoted the great replacement theory, an ideological belief that suggests there is a coordinated effort to replace white populations.In her statement, Rep. Steele emphasized the importance of denouncing hate in all its forms. She stated, "All people have a moral obligation to speak out against hate whenever it rears its ugly head – this is one of those times....
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Rep. Steele: Promises don’t fill potholes
State Representative Donni Steele, a Republican from Orion Township, has criticized the governor's executive budget recommendations, stating that they prioritize expensive new programs over the basic need to fix local roads. As the vice chair of the transportation appropriations subcommittee, Steele expressed her concerns regarding the lack of a substantive plan to address the crumbling infrastructure in Michigan.In a statement released today, Steele highlighted the governor's failure to make repairing local roads a priority, despite touting borrowed road funding. She...
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Rep. Steele Calls for Lower Taxes to Help Michigan Families
State Representative Donni Steele, a Republican from Orion Township, is advocating for a Republican plan that would immediately lower the state income tax rate to 3.9%. The plan aims to assist families who are struggling with the high cost of living in Michigan.Steele emphasized the need for tax relief, stating, "Higher incomes, less taxes should be the vision for Michigan." He highlighted the financial challenges faced by many families, such as having to choose between meals or not being able to afford adequate heating. Steele believes that the middle class needs their...
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Rep. Steele to host local office hour
State Representative Donni Steele, a Republican from Orion Township, will be holding a local office hour in Lake Orion on Friday, February 16. The meeting will take place at Lava Mountain Coffee Co. on 1472 S. Lapeer Road, from 10 to 11 a.m.According to Representative Steele, no appointments are necessary to attend the office hours. This provides an opportunity for constituents to directly communicate with their representative and share their thoughts and concerns. Representative Steele is eager to listen to her constituents and address any issues they may have.For...
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Rep. Steele: Nothing amusing about Democrats taxing fun
State Rep. Donni Steele, a Republican from Orion Township, has expressed concern over recent reports that Detroit Democrats are considering implementing an amusement tax in Michigan. According to the plan, municipalities would have the power to impose fees on tickets, concessions, and parking passes for sporting events, concerts, zoos, and museums.In response to this proposal, Steele criticized the Democrats, stating, "While many of us were rallying around a Lions team that hasn't been successful for more than half a century, Democrats saw over 65,000 fans in Ford Field...
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Rep. Steele: Hide your wallets, Michigan
State Representative Donni Steele, a Republican from Orion Township, has expressed concerns over the costly proposals put forward by Governor Gretchen Whitmer in her State of the State address. Steele, who serves on the House Appropriations Committee, believes that the state government should not be favoring certain groups over others. He stated, "It’s wrong to ignore kids going into the trades and force their families to fund free community college for others. The government shouldn’t help people buy expensive cars while some families cannot even afford a quality used...