Sturgis-Coldwater News

Rep. Wortz introduces bill to protect parental right to seek second medical opinions

By R. K. Gipson | Oct 30, 2025

State Representative Jennifer Wortz has introduced House Bill 5163, a measure aimed at protecting parents’ rights to seek a second medical opinion for their children without facing accusations of child neglect.

Wortz’s bill on incompetency timeline passes Michigan House

By R. K. Gipson | Sep 24, 2025

State Representative Jennifer Wortz has announced the passage of House Bill 4596 in the Michigan House, a measure she says will improve justice for crime victims and increase accountability for defendants.