To view this on the COS website, click here [[https://conventionofstates.com/news/april-2025-news-events|april-2025-news-events]] ---- ====== April 2025 News & Events ====== We are working to preserve Michigan's voice in an Article V convention. ---- |==== MICHIGAN TEAM IN ACTION ====\\ \\ In March, the Michigan Team was back in Lansing talking with Senators and Representatives about **how to preserve Michigan's voice in an Article V Convention by passing [[https://conventionofstates.com/miourlegislativegoals|34Ready legislation]].** We had some excellent conversations and will return in April to continue fighting for Michigan to have a seat at the table. \\ \\ **Want to Help?** [[https://conventionofstates.com/join-convention-of-states-as-a-volunteer-activist|Join the Team]] - [[https://conventionofstates.com/micontactyourlegislators|Contact your Legislator]]\\ \\ Let’s get 34Ready!\\ \\  \\ \\ https:%%//%%youtu.be/3WrJFDdvScM\\ \\ {{https://content.conventionofstates.com/cosaction-prod/public/content/images/95944/95944_original.png?350x293}}\\ \\ ====   ====\\ \\ ====   ====\\ \\ ==== CONNECT WITH US IN APRIL ====\\ \\ //April 5:  Monroe Breakfast Gathering//\\ //April 8: CMU College Republicans//\\ //April 15:  Ann Arbor Area Coffee Hour//\\ //April 25-26:  Freeland Walleye Festival//\\ \\ Get the details on our [[https://conventionofstates.com/michigan-events|CALENDAR]]\\ \\  \\ \\ ====   ====\\ \\ ====   ====\\ \\ ==== TIMEOUT WITH COS MOMS! ====\\ \\ Are you a mom who cares about civics and your child’s future? {{https://content.conventionofstates.com/cosaction-prod/public/content/images/96102/96102_original.jpg?248x165}}\\ \\ Check out our [[https://youtube.com/shorts/mmxDqtHQZHU?feature=share|//**TimeOut for Moms**// series on YouTube]] for quick facts and educational resources about civics to share with your kids. The series is produced and hosted by COS District Captain Kelly Oldford – a mom and a patriot passionate about learning!\\ \\ //**TimeOut with COS Mom**//**s [[https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLbEhcOngHzSj79W6Kc1-mIuRmxGQc5HYK&si=NSQzuqRxiaJUs7ZI|PLAYLIST on YouTube]].**\\ \\ [[https://conventionofstates.com/news/timeout-with-cos-moms|On the BLOG too!]]\\ \\ ====   ====\\ \\ ==== DO 1 THING ====\\ \\ {{https://content.conventionofstates.com/cosaction-prod/public/content/images/95987/95987_original.png?300x300}}\\ \\  \\ \\  \\ \\  \\ \\  \\ \\ ====   ====\\ \\ ====   ====\\ \\ ====   ====\\ \\ ====   ====\\ \\ ====   ====\\ \\ ==== LEADERS LAUNCHPAD INTERNSHIP              ====\\ \\ {{https://content.conventionofstates.com/cosaction-prod/public/content/images/95985/95985_original.jpg?250x141}}If you’re a student or young professional interested in developing your leadership skills while gaining practical experience in grassroots politics and learning more about your local government, this could be a perfect opportunity for you!\\ \\ Dates:  September 15, 2025 - May 15, 2026 \\ Time Commitment:  5-8 hours per week\\ Location:  Hybrid remote/in-person\\ \\ Click [[https://conventionofstates.com/leaderslaunchpad|HERE]] for more information.\\ \\ **[[https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfGuT7BtpnpsyG7c6rxdmW0pSypQycyczB3M0QE0Lqi5xCbpA/viewform%C2%A0|Apply HERE]] by August 1st.**\\ \\  \\ \\  \\ \\ ==== CONNECT WITH US ====\\ \\ //{{https://content.conventionofstates.com/cosaction-prod/public/content/images/95928/95928_original.png?350x197}}//\\ \\ **COS Michigan NewsLIVE Podcast**\\ **//Friday, April 4, 2025, 1:00 PM ET//**\\ \\ April 15th is right around the corner. How would you like to see your tax dollars spent? Maybe an Article V Convention offers the solution.\\ \\ [[https://www.facebook.com/share/165XLbXu4G/|**FACEBOOK**]]\\ \\ [[https://youtube.com/live/RJIQO2AQYa4?feature=share|**YOUTUBE**]]\\ \\ Check out our [[https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLbEhcOngHzSjoQFvxRlTN68SLG1Pme8AO|PLAYLIST]] on YouTube.\\ \\  \\ \\  \\ \\ ==== NEW ON THE BLOG  ====\\ \\ [[https://conventionofstates.com/news/this-is-not-a-partisan-issue-it-s-an-american-issue%C2%A0|This Is Not a Partisan Issue - It's an American Issue]]\\ //by MI State Content Writer Irv Karwick//\\ \\ [[https://conventionofstates.com/news/our-national-dilemma|Our National Dilemma]]//\\ by MI Region Captain John H. Phillips//\\ \\ ==== WHAT’S YOUR STORY? ====\\ \\ Why do you support COS? Share your story with us. \\ Email: \\ \\ ====   NEW RESOURCES FOR YOU! ====\\ \\ [[https://conventionofstates.com/commissioner-selection-resolution-criminal-penalty-bill%C2%A0|**Our Legislative Goals**]]\\ //What COS Michigan is all about!//\\ \\ [[https://conventionofstates.com/commissioner-selection-resolution-criminal-penalty-bill#FrequentlyAskedQuestions|**Frequently Asked Questions**]]\\ //Fast answers to your most FAQs.//\\ \\ [[https://cosuniversity.com/|**COS University**]]\\ Free Constitutional Learning\\ \\ | | ---- | __Page Metadata__ || |Login Required to view? |No | |Created: |2025-03-27 19:18 GMT| |Updated: |2025-05-14 07:00 GMT| |Published: |2025-04-02 16:15 GMT| |Converted: |2025-11-11 12:05 GMT| |Change Author: |Robin Riddell | |Credit Author: | |