Publications from Senator Rick Outman

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Senator Rick Outman’s 2024 Winter Guide

Michigan may have a reputation for its idyllic summer destinations, but those who call this state home know there is no more magical place than Michigan in the winter. With more than 3,000 miles of cross-country ski trails, nearly 1,000 downhill ski runs, 6,400 miles of snowmobile trails, 11,000 inland lakes, and tens of thousands of miles of rivers and streams, there are endless outdoor adventures right around the corner.
Posted December 19th 2023

Senator Rick Outman’s “Hunting Update 2023”

I hope you find this hunting report useful as you plan this year’s trip. It includes important dates, fees and program information to help make the most of the 2023 hunting season.
Posted September 20th 2023

Citizen’s Guide to State Government

The intent of this Citizen’s Guide is to provide the public with some of the specific information that is necessary to influence public policy. This guide contains an overview of state government, contact information for state departments and state and federal lawmakers, information about how the lawmaking process works in Michigan, and guidance about how to ensure your message reaches policymakers in the most constructive way.
Posted August 30th 2023

For the People… By the People… How State and Local Governments Operate

For the People… By the People… How State and Local Governments Operate For all citizens. To help citizens understand the organization of state and local government, this booklet gives brief descriptions of the legislative, executive, and judicial branches of state government, and describes the functions of county, city, township, and village entities of local government. Additional information is provided about local financing and taxation issues.
Posted August 18th 2023

Crime Victim’s Rights

For crime victims and adults who wish to prevent crime. In this booklet, you will find Michigan’s William Van Regenmorter Crime Victim’s Rights Act, a hierarchy of Michigan’s court system, and basic information about criminal proceedings. You will also learn how to file an application for crime victim compensation and how to join a victim notification network. For your convenience, a compilation of victim advocates and assistance organizations is listed in the back of this booklet.
Posted May 1st 2023

Portraits of Michigan: History and Facts on Michigan

For teachers and junior/senior high students. Portraits of Michigan offers a fun way for you to learn about the state in which you live. With this booklet, we hope you enjoy reading about and gain pride in your home state and that you will love Michigan a little more.
Posted April 20th 2023

Legislative Process in Michigan: A Student’s Guide

For high school students and interested citizens. How do people legislate laws to govern themselves? How does an idea become a bill? What happens in the legislative process? In addition to lawmaking, what other responsibilities does the Legislature have? Answers to these and other questions are presented in this informative publication.
Posted April 16th 2023

Movin’ On (Guide for graduating high school students)

For young adults. This handbook contains information for young adults graduating from high school. It discusses important topics such as establishing credit, seeking a higher education, voting, renting, and job search and career planning.
Posted April 8th 2023

Consumer Protection Resource Guide: Be A Knowledgeable Consumer

Of general interest to all consumers. Everything you need to know about consumer rights and Michigan law: how to protect yourself from consumer fraud and how to take legal action.
Posted March 23rd 2023

Getting to Know Michigan: A Coloring Book

For younger Michiganians in grades 2 to 4. An informative coloring book for kids, it gives interesting tidbits about Michigan’s history, colorful folklore, and state symbols.
Posted February 19th 2023

Michigan Constitution

Michigan’s Constitution and all amendments.
Posted February 10th 2023

Michigan Taxpayer’s Guide

This booklet contains information for your 2023 Michigan property taxes and 2022 individual income taxes, homestead property tax credits, farmland and open space tax relief, and the home heating credit program.
Posted January 16th 2023


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