St. Joe-Benton Harbor News

LANSING, Mich. — Senate Republican Leader Aric Nesbitt, R-Porter Township, expressed deep concern after discovering the sudden closure of the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) office in Benton Harbor. Nesbitt stated, "I find it very troubling to learn from local media that the MDHHS office in Benton Harbor has been closed for the past two weeks — allegedly because of mold issues — and more than 170 state employees are working from home or other sites with minimal information shared with the community and nondescript notices posted at the location."

Nesbitt further emphasized the lack of transparency surrounding the closure, noting, "Even more concerning is my office learned of this from local media, rather than the department itself. This is completely unacceptable." He stressed the importance of government agencies operating openly and transparently, especially when serving the communities they are tasked with.

In response to the situation, Nesbitt pledged to diligently seek answers for the residents of Benton Harbor and Southwest Michigan who have been impacted by the abrupt shutdown of the MDHHS office. He underscored his commitment to ensuring that the concerns of the affected individuals are addressed promptly and effectively.

As the investigation into the closure unfolds, Nesbitt encouraged residents to subscribe to his email list to stay informed about state government updates and actions. Interested individuals can follow Senator Aric Nesbitt for further developments and information regarding the situation in Benton Harbor.

The closure of the MDHHS office in Benton Harbor remains a pressing issue, and Nesbitt's efforts to shed light on the circumstances surrounding the shutdown are aimed at bringing clarity and resolution to the affected community.