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Senate Democrats Celebrate Opening Day, Highlight Policy and Budget Wins to Support Hunters
LANSING, Mich. (Nov. 14, 2023) — Senate Democrats are wishing Michigan hunters luck on the opening day of Michigan’s firearm deer hunting season tomorrow, and taking the opportunity to remind residents of some important, positive policy changes and investments to...
Senate Democrats Pass Siting Bills to Simplify Process for Large-Scale Solar and Wind Projects
Bills are key counterpart to Senate’s Clean Energy Future plan, protect personal property rights and local input, authority LANSING, Mich. (Nov. 8, 2023) — Today, Michigan Senate Democrats passed House Bills 5120 and 5121, the Clean Energy and Jobs Act, to...
Legislative Update, District News and More Community Resources
Hello Neighbors, Domestic violence impacts many Michiganders — especially vulnerable populations such as women and children. In fact, access to a firearm makes it five times more likely an abusive partner will kill their female victim. Moreover, up to one in three...
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Every family deserves the opportunity to have a healthy, safe pregnancy and birth. And after yesterday's bipartisan Senate passage of our historic Momnibus bill package, we're one step closer to that reality in Michigan.
Senate Bills 29-34 and 36-39 work to improve maternal health outcomes in our state by implementing antidiscrimination measures, patient protections, and much more.
Thanks for your leadership in championing this important effort, State Senator Erika Geiss! ... See MoreSee Less
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Congratulations!
Yesterday, the Michigan Senate passed Senate Bills 111-114, a bill package to help better detect and address cases of elder abuse and exploitation. Championed by Senator Veronica Klinefelt, this legislation strengthens penalties for elder abuse and financial exploitation offenses while also working to expand prevention efforts. We'll continue fighting to protect our state's most vulnerable. ... See MoreSee Less
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You're Awesome!
Protect those who can not protect themselves.
Are there companion bills in the GOP led House?
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Earlier this week, Heart of West Michigan United Way hosted a panel of legislators to speak directly to the challenges nonprofit leaders are facing. The concerns that were shared — about grants cancelled, funding denied, and proposed cuts to our most basic social safety net — are being felt deeply across our community. It was an honor to hear from them and share my resolve to continue to uplift the needs of our community. ... See MoreSee Less
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