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Michigan Republicans Demand Action on Toxic Air Quality

8/7/2025

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Seven Michigan Republicans are sounding the alarm over hazardous air quality caused by Canadian wildfires, which have plagued the state for three summers. They are calling for urgent measures to tackle the issue, with Rep. Jack Bergman stressing the importance of improved forest management in Canada to protect public health and reduce smoke pollution impacting Northern Michigan and the Midwest.

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Seven Michigan Republicans are sounding the alarm over hazardous air quality caused by Canadian wildfires, which have plagued the state for three summers. They are calling for urgent measures to tackle the issue, with Rep. Jack Bergman stressing the importance of improved forest management in Canada to protect public health and reduce smoke pollution impacting Northern Michigan and the Midwest.