Dear friends,
Welcome to my e-newsletter. I want to update you on the work I'm doing in Lansing on behalf of the 49th District.
Bringing High-Tech Businesses to Michigan and Creating Jobs
I am pleased to announce that four companies plan to invest more than $1.7 billion and create more than 6,600 jobs in Michigan in order to take advantage of our tax credits for advanced battery technologies, a plan that was the first of its kind in the nation. The tax credit plan that I originally proposed was recently expanded to $555 million.
These investments are proof-positive that Michigan is ahead of the game when it comes to attracting the new, dynamic industries of the 21st century economy. This announcement is a key step on the road to recovery for Michigan's economy that will benefit workers and businesses alike.
Gonzales Votes to Crack Down on Mercury Pollution
On Earth Day, I voted in favor of a plan to better protect Michigan's families and waterways by phasing out the use of mercury in several products sold in Michigan, and improving recycling practices and disposal of the toxic substance.
Mercury is a dangerous chemical that threatens the well-being of Michigan residents and has a negative effect on our
land, air and water. Our Great Lakes and other waterways are not only an essential part of our quality of life here in
Michigan, but they are also a driving economic force for our state, providing for thousands of jobs in the agriculture,
tourism and manufacturing industries. Reducing the amount of mercury in products and properly disposing of such a
dangerous substance will help protect the health of our residents and our three largest industries.
Please click on the links above to get more news about my activities here in Lansing. If you have any suggestions for
items in the e-newsletter, please e-mail me at leegonzales@house.mi.gov. I
look forward to hearing from you.
Sincerely,
Lee Gonzales
State Representative
District 49