Michigan legislators will do all we can to make sure funding is available for additional staff and resources. We want a solid infrastructure in place. Michigan residents are our top priority and there is no price too high to help people stay healthy and strong.

I have always felt renewable fuels would be important to Michigan's future and a way to improve economic development in this great state. After years of hard work, this package is one that everyone can get on board with.

After today's proceedings I feel supremely confident that Michigan is headed in the right direction and is continuing to work and update safety strategies in case we have to face a pandemic. In yesterday's New York Times, Michigan was reported as being one of the top 20 states prepared to manage a catastrophic event. It seems we are on the right track.

With agriculture and manufacturing, this package links up two of Michigan's largest industries.