Earlier this week, Lieutenant Governor Brian Calley made a rallying cry for a part-time legislature. But few lawmakers are on board with the idea.
Lawmakers in Lansing are speaking out against a proposed part-time legislature – including those with nothing to lose.
Several term limited Senators on both sides of the aisle have come out against the proposal.
Senate Majority Leader Arlan Meekhof is concerned it would increase the governor’s power and weaken the legislature.
“I think people understand that there are three legs and they work together. And lessening the people’s voice is probably not a good idea.”
Advocates say it would cut down on taxpayer expenses and lawmakers should have to live and work at home under the laws they pass.