Michigan Senate Democrats

Michigan families are feeling the strain of rising costs — and back-to-school shopping is no exception. Senator Irwin and MI Senate Dems believe this season should be about helping kids learn and thrive, not worrying about the bottom line. A back-to-school tax holiday will give families the relief they need to focus on their children’s success — in the classroom and beyond. 🏫🎒☀️

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Rx Kids is a transformative program for Michigan moms and babies - providing a prescription for health, hope, and opportunity. Both sides of the aisle are coming together to support expanding this program statewide to ensure every new parent and every newborn can thrive.

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With 42 days left before government funding runs out, House Republicans appear to be prioritizing chaos over compromise. The people of Michigan are waiting for Speaker Hall to put the politics aside and work with us to pass the budget our schools, local governments, first responders and the entire state desperately need.

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Michiganders deserve more than empty promises. That’s why Senate Democrats delivered a bold, people-first budget—on time, months ago.

Meanwhile, House Republicans delay tactics are putting programs like free breakfast and lunch and funding for school safety and mental health on the chopping block.

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Watch Leader Winnie Brinks give House Speaker Matt Hall a lesson on how the budget process is supposed to work. Matt Hall's piecemeal approach to budgeting isn't just unrealistic, its irresponsible.

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The House GOP has repeatedly decided to put posturing and political games over responsible governing - and our kids are paying the price. Schools have already announced they may be forced to end free breakfast and lunch when funding runs out, meaning kids across the state could go hungry at school come fall.

Enough is enough. Our students need a budget that funds free school meals full stop.

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