Press Releases

LANSING—Senate Majority Leader Mike Shirkey, R-Clarklake, reflected upon the legacy of Governor William Milliken and offered condolences to his family. “Governor Milliken did not allow… Read More »Shirkey offers condolences to the family of Governor Milliken

LANSING—Senate Majority Leader Mike Shirkey, R-Clarklake, today issued the following statement after Governor Whitmer revealed her budget intentions: “My Governor has used her red pen… Read More »Shirkey in “no rush” to address vetoes

LANSING—Senate Majority Leader Mike Shirkey, R-Clarklake, today issued the following statement after Governor Whitmer ended budget negotiations: “Our sincere efforts to reach consensus on budget… Read More »Governor walks away from budget negotiations

LANSING, Mich. —Senate Majority Leader Mike Shirkey, R-Clarklake, today issued the following statement after reaching consensus with colleagues in the House on a budget plan… Read More »Senate moves forward on state budget

LANSING—Senate Majority Leader Mike Shirkey, R-Clarklake, offered condolences to the family of L. Brooks Patterson. “Brooks Patterson was larger than life. He did not mince… Read More »Shirkey comments on the passing of L. Brooks Patterson

LANSING—Three members of the Senate Republican Caucus sent a letter to Governor Whitmer today urging her to reach a compromise to keep Line 5 open… Read More »Senate Republicans urge Governor to lead on Line 5

LANSING, Mich. — Senate Majority Leader Mike Shirkey reminded residents on Tuesday of a great opportunity to take advantage some favorite summertime activities this weekend… Read More »Shirkey reminds residents of weekend of free outdoor fun

‘Thank you to my fellow lawmakers and the governor for working to reach this historic agreement that was long overdue.” LANSING, Mich. — Senate Majority… Read More »Shirkey supports historic plan to lower auto insurance rates

LANSING, Mich. — Senate Majority Leader Mike Shirkey, R-Clarklake, today issued the following statement after the Senate voted to send the governor a historic measure… Read More »Senate delivers on promise to lower car insurance rates

LANSING, Mich. — Senate Majority Leader Mike Shirkey, R-Clarklake, paid tribute in the Senate on Thursday to those who gave their lives defending our country.… Read More »Photo Advisory: Shirkey honors Gimskey, Michigan’s fallen soldiers