{"id":7553,"date":"2024-08-05T16:21:04","date_gmt":"2024-08-05T20:21:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/senatedems.com\/bayer\/?p=7553"},"modified":"2024-08-05T16:21:07","modified_gmt":"2024-08-05T20:21:07","slug":"legislative-update-upcoming-event-and-community-resources-3","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dev.senatedems.com\/bayer\/2024\/08\/05\/legislative-update-upcoming-event-and-community-resources-3\/","title":{"rendered":"Legislative Update, Upcoming Event and Community Resources\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"\n[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/senatedems.com\/bayer\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/17\/2024\/04\/bayer1-1.jpeg” title_text=”bayer1″ force_fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.24.3″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]

Dear Neighbor,\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

This week marks the end of July and the beginning of August, so it\u2019s time to get outdoors and enjoy the last few weeks of summer before the back-to-school season is in full swing!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Last week, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer put her stamp of approval on the Fiscal Year 2025 state budget, delivering historic investments to build up Michigan\u2019s schools, families, workers, businesses, and so much more. Read on to learn more about the budget, along with updates about our progress in Lansing and District 13.\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span><\/p>\n

If you or someone you know would like to provide any feedback about what\u2019s happening in Lansing, or needs assistance of any sort, please feel free to reach out to my office. You can contact me by sending an email toSenRBayer@senate.michigan.gov or calling (517) 373-2417<\/span>.\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span>\u00a0 <\/span><\/p>\n

Sincerely,\u00a0<\/span><\/p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/senatedems.com\/bayer\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/17\/2023\/01\/BayerSignature.jpeg” title_text=”BayerSignature” _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.24.3″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]

Rosemary Bayer
<\/b>State Senator
<\/span>District 13<\/span><\/p>\n

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\u00a0<\/span><\/strong>New Renewables Ready Communities Program Set to Launch<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer recently announced the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has awarded the State of Michigan $129.1 million from the Biden-Harris administration\u2019s Inflation Reduction Act\u2019s (IRA) Climate Pollution Reduction Grant (CPRG) program to accelerate the deployment of renewable energy like wind, solar, and storage. The investment will help Michigan meet its 60% renewable energy and 100% clean energy standards set under the recently enacted clean energy laws. Getting this done will create good-paying jobs, drive down energy costs, and protect the state\u2019s air, land, and water.\u00a0 <\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

This funding will allow the state to launch Renewables Ready Communities (RRC). Administered by the Michigan Dept. of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE), the program will incentivize the permitting of renewable energy projects through local processes. The RRC Program will help overcome barriers to siting renewable energy and help the state reach its goal of 60% renewable energy by 2030. Deploying renewable energy at scale is critical to meeting the state\u2019s climate and energy goals, and siting is arguably the most important barrier we face to build more solar, wind, and so much more across Michigan.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Interested communities and stakeholders can reach out to EGLE-OCE@Michigan.gov<\/a> for more information. Check out EGLE\u2019s website to learn more about the ongoing Renewables Ready Communities Award pilot<\/a>.\u00a0 <\/span><\/p>\n

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Celebrating Michigan\u2019s Many, Many Lakes During National Lakes Appreciation Month!<\/em><\/strong><\/p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/senatedems.com\/bayer\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/17\/2024\/08\/Lakes.jpg” title_text=”Lakes” force_fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”4.24.3″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.24.3″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]

Here in Michigan, we take pride in being known as the Great Lakes State. Our five Great Lakes are the source of 20% of Earth\u2019s total fresh water. In addition to these, Michigan is also home to more than 11,000 inland lakes (You can find one near you using this interactive map<\/a>).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Our lakes and various waterways are integral to the health of our families and our economy. The Great Lakes system is invaluable as the source of drinking water for more than 40 million people in the U.S. and Canada, and the Great Lakes shipping industry generates more than $36 billion in economic activity and supports more than 664,000 jobs. Our lakes also provide families with unmatched recreational opportunities.<\/p>\n

Since taking office, my colleagues and I have:<\/p>\n