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Whitmer Expands Capitol Security Powers Amid Controversy

11/20/2025

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Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed a bill on November 18 expanding the Capitol sergeants at arms' powers to investigate threats against lawmakers and provide security beyond the Capitol.
The law becomes effective in March and requires approval from legislative leaders for security requests.
Some legislators oppose the bill, even though the House approved it unanimously and the Senate opposed.
A related bill to protect lawmakers' personal information is under consideration.

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Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed a bill on November 18 expanding the Capitol sergeants at arms' powers to investigate threats against lawmakers and provide security beyond the Capitol.
The law becomes effective in March and requires approval from legislative leaders for security requests.
Some legislators oppose the bill, even though the House approved it unanimously and the Senate opposed.
A related bill to protect lawmakers' personal information is under consideration.