ASMSU pushes MSU to support amnesty

ASMSU officials said they will begin pursuing support from the university for the medical amnesty law, which is making its way through the state Legislature, in hopes the university will adopt a medical amnesty policy of its own. Such a policy would put MSU in a league with many other universities nationwide with similar policies.

October 29, 2009

Candidates present views at MSU Union during student-led question and answer session

The ASMSU-sponsored forum was the candidates’ first joint appearance to debate their stances on local issues The incumbents, Mayor Vic Loomis and Councilmember Kevin Beard, are vying against the challengers, local activist Hans Larsen and MSU professor Phil Bellfy, for the two open seats on the East Lansing City Council.

October 29, 2009

State House approves medical amnesty bill

Legislators overwhelmingly voted in favor of a bill sponsored by state Rep. Mark Meadows, D-East Lansing, that would provide immunity from a MIP to minors who seek help after overconsuming alcohol. Minors who call for help on another’s behalf also would be exempt.

October 21, 2009