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LANSING – As part of his ongoing effort to work with businesses in Michigan to find the most innovative ways of boosting the economies of local communities, State Representative Mike Simpson (D-Jackson) toured Springport Telephone Company this week and today applauded the firm's commitment to investing in our communities.

"I'd like to thank the Springport Telephone Company for opening its doors to me and taking me on a tour of its operations," Simpson said. "This tour served as a reminder of just how much small companies in our state contribute to the overall economy and how much they believe in providing quality service. It is so refreshing to see a small phone company in a rural area of our state continue to invest in our community by providing the latest technology to its customers."

On the Nov. 12 tour, Simpson met with Springport Telephone Co. General Manager Bill Hammond, Office Manager Janet Beilfuss and other employees of the company located at 400 E. Main St. in Springport.  

"In order to do the best job I possibly can to fight on behalf of our communities, it's important for me to hear what issues most concern the residents and businesses of my district," Simpson. "It was a valuable experience for me not only to tour this operation, but also to hear what company leaders have to say about how upcoming House legislation may affect small businesses across our state."