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Senate Majority Leader Brinks Celebrates Decisive Victory in “Hall Holdup” Lawsuit
LANSING, Mich. (Oct. 27, 2025) — Today, the Michigan Court of Appeals ruled in favor of Senate Majority Leader Winnie Brinks and the Michigan Senate in Michigan Senate v. Michigan House of Representatives, the lawsuit brought forth by Leader Brinks after House Speaker...
Legislative Democrats Pass Bipartisan State Budget to Protect Medicaid, Counter Severe Federal Cuts, Fix the Roads, and Keep the State Open
Showing what real leadership looks like, Democrats uphold core values while finding room for compromise to get the job done LANSING, Mich. (Oct. 3, 2025) — Today, Democrats passed a bipartisan state budget for the 2026 Fiscal Year that centers on people-first...
Senate Democrats Pass Bipartisan Education Budget to Invest in Michigan Students
Senate Democrats champion free school meals, record investments for students and teachers across Michigan LANSING, Mich. (Oct. 3, 2025) — Today, Senate Democrats passed a bipartisan budget to fund Michigan K-12 schools and higher educational institutions. Included are...
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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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Let's keep working together to show Michiganders what good, accountable government looks like. ... See MoreSee Less
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