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Michigan Senate Votes for More Transparent State Government with FOIA Expansion to Governor, Legislature
LANSING, Mich. (Jan. 29, 2025) — Today, the Senate passed bipartisan legislation to expand Michigan’s Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and subject the Legislature and governor’s office to records requests from the public. Senate Bills 1 and 2, sponsored by Sens....
Senate Majority Leader Brinks Prepares Legal Action Against Republican House of Representatives for Violating Constitution, Blocking Passed Legislation
LANSING, Mich. (Jan. 22, 2025) — Today, Senate Majority Leader Winnie Brinks (D-Grand Rapids) introduced Senate Resolution 3 to prepare legal action that compels the House of Representatives to fulfill its constitutional duty to present the nine remaining bills passed...
District 29 Updates
Dear Neighbor, Happy New Year! I hope you and your loved ones were able to enjoy a restful holiday season and are feeling energized for 2025. My colleagues and I returned to the Capitol this week, kicking off the 103rd Legislature — and we’re ready to continue...
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Earlier this week, I got to chat with Sandy Baruah, President and CEO of the Detroit Regional Chamber, about the key accomplishments Senate Democrats have achieved in partnership with the governor — from our expansion of the acclaimed Rx Kids cash assistance program for new moms and babies to our historic boost to the Earned Income Tax Credit to help more working families make ends meet. ... See MoreSee Less
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Last night, Governor Gretchen Whitmer delivered her final State of the State address where she reflected on the historic progress we've delivered for Michiganders together and outlined her priorities for the year ahead.
Let's keep collaborating on more practical solutions to lower costs, make housing more affordable, improve literacy and support our kids, and ensure everyone has access to quality, accessible health care that they can afford. ... See MoreSee Less
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