We believe the
74th district needs the
leadership of Dave Agema, a man with a proven record of
commitment and service. Thanks for visiting the website, use the
navigation to the left to find your way around the site and news
updates are posted below!
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We need to bring more jobs to our area. It is imperative
that Michigan is the place business comes and stays!"
"We need less onerous laws
and less excessive taxation."
"We must make Michigan a place
where our children and grandchildren can expect to
find good jobs”
It is Dave’s sincere desire
to bring an innovative approach to state government
Dave Agema
feels his strongest asset is that he is not a career
politician, allowing him to think outside the political
box with his economic and business background. Michigan
government must be able to create jobs and keep
jobs by working in concert with local businesses.
Click here
to read Representative Agema's stance on various important
issues.
We must be competitive in the global market.
We have the people... the government needs to create the environment.
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9/1/10 - September E-Newsletter: Speaker of The
House & Revenues
Check out the latest newsletter as Rep. Agema
discusses issues in the House and other important factors our
government and state face... Visit the
Newsletter
link on the sidebar or click
here!
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9/1/10 -
Agema Speaks on the Michigan Talk Network!
Dave
is featured on the
Michigan Talk Network with a podcast of his interview and
discussion:
Representative Agema talks about how more than
100 supporters rallied for Veterans Home exemption from the
state smoking ban and various other issues...
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8/25/10 -
Seeking Punishment for Marijuana Clubs
A recent news
article talks about Dave's support for a new bill that looks to
punish operators of marijuana "bars."
"Michigan voters intended the medical marijuana
law to give very ill people a legal way to get a drug that helps
them manage their pain," Agema said in a statement. "They didn't
want people to open pot-smoking clubs and legalize drug dealing.
It's dangerous and needs to stop."
Rep. Dave Agema
joined radio station again to discuss happenings in the
legislature and other pressing matters facing the Michigan
government and citizens, listen in!
Dave recently
made his monthly appearance on local Holland radio station WHTC
1450 AM and spoke about various issues in the House, current
bills, and problems in Lansing facing our Michigan Government.
You can listen to the full recording right here!
Rep. Agema was
recently featured in an article on
MichiganLiberal.com talking about the various Tea Party
candidates, and are cited as potentially dangerous to the
democratic agenda. We proudly wear this like a badge of honor!
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7/23/10 - Endorsement List -
Continuing to Grow!
Even more new endorsers
have been added to the already impressive list of endorsements
for Rep. Agema. Click
HERE or
head to the News & Media tab to see a full list and links to our
supporters!
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7/23/10 - July E-Newsletter!
Dave Agema's July newsletter has been added
to the website...
Click on the Newsletter tab to the left, or check it out
here!
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7/19/10 -
Fourth of July Parade
Check
out this awesome photo collage of the 4th of July parade in
Grandville earlier this month... Thanks for all of your
continued support!
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6/28/10 - Video Release - Illegal's
Obtaining Marriage Licenses...
Rep. Dave Agema discusses
the complications, risks, and issues regarding illegal
immigrants receiving marriage licenses in the state of
Michigan...
Three of Rep. Agema's latest press releases have been added,
head over to the
Press
Release section to catch up on the most recent articles!
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6/12/10 - June E-Newsletter!
Dave has sent out his latest
newsletter... Featuring topics such as his stance on limited
government, new bills introduced, the state budget, and more!
Click on the Newsletter tab to the left, or simply
click here!
Visit our
Press
Release to catch up on the latest articles!
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6/8/10 - "Luau On Lake Ogema"
Fundraiser a Success!
Thanks to all of you
who came out to support Dave Agema's election campaign!
We had 100+ guests attend throughout the day, and
everyone had a great time. We avoided rain for most of the
afternoon - allowing for our golf contest, great food, and
opportunities to network and mingle.
Again, thank you for your continued support and for
contributing!
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6/2/10 - Agema Speaks Against Shared Control
of Roads/Bridges
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5/20/10 -
Agema says "NO" to Forced Unionization
Democrats prove support for forced unionization of child care
providers... "What the democrats did here today was bow to their
special interests and endorse forced unionization..." Dave Agema
stated on the issue. All but one Democrat voted for the measure,
proving their support. Click to
read the
new article...
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5/14/10 -
Rep. Agema Fighting for Michigan's Workers
Two new press releases have been added today. Focusing on the
taxpayer, Dave Agema looks to
outlaw
speed traps for good; and on May 18th is hosting a
rally at
the Capitol to save American jobs.
Join Rep. Dave Agema and guests on Saturday June
5th to support his campaign
and to enjoy the beautiful summer weather!
BBQ, jet ski, golf
drive competition, water bike jump, and more!
At the home of Jon Agema on Lake Ogema (we've got to change that
first letter).
Call (616) 534-5141 for reservations and directions.
Address: 1103 Linden Dr NW | Grand Rapids, MI
49534
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5/1/10 -
Continued Legislation Blocking by Dems
Democrat leadership refuses to recognize 43 GOP reps calling for
vote. State Dems continue to ignore the constitution by blocking
votes on GOP legislation...
""We are supposed to
be lawmakers here, not lawbreakers... This is partisan politics
at its worst. How are the citizens of the state supposed to have
any trust in their elected representatives when they have shown
they have no interest in following the law?"
"House Democrats today blocked House Republican
efforts to enact millions of dollars in meaningful government
reforms and cost-saving measures, instead moving a package of
legislation that will save the state one-third of one percent of
the state budget shortfall..."
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4/1/10 - March Newsletter Released
Wrapping up the month of March, Rep.
Agema has released an eye-opening
newsletter
presenting some of the budget statistics that we are currently
facing. Topics include disproportional college funding, cost of
inmates, food assistance, transportation, and much more. Read up
on Dave's latest release
here...
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3/27/10 -
Continued Struggle With DHS...
With taxpayer dollars on the line, Republican lawmakers continue
to fight for spending accountability from the Department of
Human Services.
Read the
latest press release article regarding this ongoing issue
within Michigan...
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3/14/10 - Early
March Press Releases...
Just added three new recent press releases. Articles battle
familiar issues of
Illegal
Immigration, the
DHS, and
Health Care.
Head over
here to read them all!
Today, WOOD Radio
1300 released an article highlighting Rep. Dave Agema's
attempts in adding photo identification onto Bridge Cards. Click
here to check out the entire news report!
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3/3/10 - Legislative Update!
Just added is the second installment of
February's e-newsletter. Head to the
Newsletter
section now to catch up on Dave's insights on the state budget,
the lottery, and MEDC/MEGA Credits.
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2/25/10 - DHS and Bridge Cards... Continue Struggle
Two recent press releases have been added to the
News & Media
section. Both press released focus on the budget and spending by
the DHS, and a new measure to add photo identification to Bridge
Cards. Read the new press releases
here!
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2/14/10 -
E-Newsletter from Dave Agema
Happy Valentine's Day! Dave Agema just
released his latest Legislative Update for the month of
February. Head to the
Newsletter
section now to read the full article!
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2/13/10 - February
Press Release
Three additional press releases have been added to the News &
Media section. Rep. Agema takes on
The DHS
and Parent's
Rights while a supplemental opinion article regarding
MDOT and
increased gas taxes... Read up on all the new press releases
here!
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2/1/10 - Agema
Welcomes Governor's Reform
State Rep. Dave Agema today applauded a proposal by Jennifer
Granholm to have state employees pay as much as 20 percent of
their health care benefits. Agema introduced a similar measure
in 2009 that would have required state employees and legislators
to pay at least 15 percent of their health care costs... You can read the full article
here!
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1/29/10 -
Need Help Appealing Your Property Assessment?
For important
information about your property assessment and how to build an
appeal, please watch the video above brought to you by Rep. Dave
Agema. This video, among many other important messages can also
be viewed directly on
YouTube.
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1/15/10 - Dave Agema Named Most Conservative
The Michigan Information and Research
Service named state Rep. Dave Agema the most conservative member
of the Michigan House of Representatives! Read the new press
release
here!
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12/2/09 - Press
Releases and the Holiday Season
A handful of press releases from the
months of October and November, and the most recent press
release regarding the Health Benefit Cost Sharing Act. You can
find all of the latest press releases by heading over to the News & Mediasection...
Rep. Dave Agema hopes everyone had a wonderful
Thanksgiving and wishes you the best this holiday season!
Michigan winter and snow is right around the corner, stay warm
and drive safe.
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10/12/09 -
Legislative Update: E-Newsletter from Dave Agema!
In this recent newsletter, Rep. Dave
Agema shares his thoughts on the current budget crisis, taxes,
spending, and the future outlook for our state of Michigan. Read
the new October newsletter
here!
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10/6/09 -
Lots of Press Releases Added!
There have been a number of recent
press releases added to the website! Catch up on the issues Rep.
Dave Agema has fought for in Lansing throughout the past month.
Head over to the
Press
Release section to read more about these important topics
affecting the state of Michigan, and most importantly, you!
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9/3/09 -
August Press Release Wrap-Up
Two more press releases from the month
of August have been added...
"Agema measure protects
employers" and "Agema wants more clarity in medical
marijuana law" articles have been added and are available to
read! Visit the
Press
Release section to read more about these key issues!
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8/26/09 -
Worker Citizenship Verification Follow-Up
Rep. Agema has been pushing for a
regulated system for workers to verify their citizenship to the
U.S. to help a slumping Michigan economy and to give jobs back
to working Americans. Two press releases have been added based
on this issue, please head over to the
Press
Release section of the site to read about this key issue and
previous press releases by Rep. Dave Agema.
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6/20/09 -
Governors political agenda wasting time?
Gay marriage has already been decided
by the voters, so why does legislature continue to talk about
the issue? Dave Agema explains why he believes the current
political agenda is distracting us from the important issues,
read the latest
press
release.
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E-Newsletter from Dave Agema!
Dave shares his thoughts on the
government spending in Michigan and helps to inform you of some
of the current budget numbers that we are currently dealing
with. Read the new June newsletter right
here!
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6/9/09 - May Press
Release Wrap-Up
Two more press releases from the end of
May have been posted on the News & Media section of the website,
you can access and read the latest articles here...
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5/19/09 - Early
May Press Releases & Opinion Article
The latest May press releases as well
as an opinion article have been added to the site, you can read
them here...
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4/30/09 - House Resolution #45 Video
Please watch
this video concerning House Resolution #45 by Representative
Agema.
Make
our Government responsible for it's budgeting, please contact
your local legislator and support this bill! For further
information, please refer to the latest e-newsletter which can
be found here!
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4/29/09 - UPDATES!Sorry
about the delay of recent updates, we have faced some minor
technical difficulties to the website, but we are now updated
with new press releases which can be found over in the News &
Media section, as well as the recent e-newsletter from
Representative Agema!
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3/11/09 - More
Press Releases AddedTwo
new press releases from this past week have been added to the
website. These can
be found under Press Releases on the News Media tab located on
the left side of the page or can be read
here...
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2/25/09 - Two New
Press ReleasesDave
Agema continues to press forward in fixing Michigan's current
economy. Two new articles have been added to the page. These can
be found under Press Releases on the News Media tab located on
the left side of the page or can be read
here...
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2/19/09 - How To Appeal Your Property Tax
Assessment
Come hear Representatives Meekhof
and Agema talk about the property tax system and give a
presentation on how you can appeal your property tax assessment.
If you believe that the assessed value of your home does not
accurately reflect the true market value, then you should
consider filing an appeal. Come to this town-hall meeting to
find out how to construct an effective appeal.
When: Monday Feb. 23rd @ 7pm
Where: GVSU Alumni House - 1 Campus Dr Allendale, MI
Read the newest press releases
concerning the property tax assessment workshop
here...
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2/18/09 - February
Press ReleasesFour new
press releases from the past month have been added to the News &
Media section of the page, click
HERE to
check out the latest press releases!
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1/18/09 - Dave
Agema Wins Re-Election!Rep.
Agema successfully won his re-election against Leon Chase, and
was officially sworn in last Wednesday (14th). Republican Party
Chairman Saulius Anuzis congratulated Dave in the latest press
release which can be read
here!
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12/28/08 - New
Press Releases AddedRecent
press releases through the month of December have been added, Read
More...
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12/25/08 - Merry Christmas and Happy New Year
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11/17/08 - Rep.
Agema Continues Battle Against Legislation A
new press release has been added to the website!
- State Rep. Dave Agema is already
working with his Senate counterparts to stop House legislation
approved last week that will implement harsher penalties for
crimes against some minority groups but not others....
Read
More...
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10/29/08 - Endorsements AddedRep. Agema
has been endorsement recently by: Grand Rapids Press, Michigan
Coalition for Responsible Gun Owners, Associated Builders and
Contractors, Michigan Doctors PAC, Michigan Equine Partnership,
and Michigan Court Officer Deputy Sheriff & Processing Servers
Association. To see
an updated list of Dave's endorsements and links to their
homepages, click here.
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10/14/08 - NFIB Guardian of Small
Business Award
On
September 8th,
The National Federation of
Independent Businesses recognized Dave Agema's tireless efforts
to attract new businesses and control unnecessary taxation and
regulation by Lansing government. It shows that he understands
the importance of small businesses everywhere for Michigan's
economy. Rep. Agema was one of a select few representatives in
the state to win the NFIB Guardian of Small Business Award.
For more information, you can
visit the relevant NFIB page
here.
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10/07/08 - New EndorsementsDave
Agema has received 4 new endorsements in the past month from
The Michigan Chamber of Commerce,
Fraternal Order of Police, The National Rifle Association, and
Michigan Milk Producers Association... To see
an updated list of Dave's endorsements and links to their
homepages, click here.
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10/04/08 - Agema battles taxes for
Businesses and HomeownersFour
articles have been added to the Press Release section of the
page. Please check them out to keep up to date on Dave's
happenings in the House. Press Releases are listed under the
News & Media section, or direct link here!
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8/20/08 - New Press ReleasesUpdated
and Archived press releases have been added to he News & Media
secion, including Dave's most recent press release!
- GVSU Shocks Rep. Agema. With
rising tuition costs already, GVSU is providing unmarried and
same-sex couples with health benefits from your tax dollars.
Agema to bring back 5% funding cut over the issue. Read the full
article HERE!
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7/28/08 - Updated EndorsementsTo view
an updated list of Dave's endorsements, view the endorsements
page under News & Media, or click here. U 7/22/08 - Website Changes!
Today the website has gotten a slight face lift with more
updates to come. The Home page and About Dave pages have all
seen minor updates. The style of DaveAgema.com is going through
some positive changes to make it more user friendly and to bring
the current issues to your computer with ease. Whenever new press
releases, news articles, updates in Dave's life, or anything of
importance will be brought right here to the home page so check
back soon for more news to come!
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"I
recently compared Michigan's taxing and spending system to
Missouri's system. Michigan could take a page from
Missouri's playbook on reducing taxing and spending.
Missouri and Michigan are similarly-situated states and helps
put into perspective how Michigan is overspending in certain
areas. What really appealed to me about Missouri's
spending is how it was focused on the actual taxpayers. In
comparison, the state of Michigan needs to make some changes to
become a better servant to the people that fund it."
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