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Michigan Progressive Women’s Caucus Introduces Reproductive Health Package
PWC calls for end to state's unconstitutional abortion laws LANSING, Mich., Nov. 10, 2021 — The Progressive Women’s Caucus (PWC) was joined by representatives of Planned Parenthood and the ACLU for the introduction of the Michigan Reproductive Health Act (RHA), which...
Sens. McMorrow, Brinks Applaud Movement on Tampon Tax Repeal
LANSING, Mich. (Oct. 20, 2021) — The Senate Finance Committee has reported legislation to repeal the tax on feminine hygiene products, otherwise known as a “tampon tax.” Sens. Mallory McMorrow (D-Royal Oak) and Winnie Brinks (D-Grand Rapids) have...
Senate District 29 Update
October 15, 2021 Hello Neighbors, I hope you've been able to enjoy the beauty of fall in Michigan, and especially in our district, as the leaves change color, and the weather is more amenable to outdoor activities. In this issue, I’ve included a...
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Last night, we voted to restore critical funding that House Republicans ripped away from Michigan kids, families, and communities. Government should honor its commitments and we’re taking action to make the people who were counting on this funding whole. ... See MoreSee Less
Last night, we voted to restore critical funding that House Republicans ripped away from Michigan kids, families, and communities. Government should honor its commitments and we’re taking action to make the people who were counting on this funding whole.
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Programs to feed seniors, help child abuse victims face setbacks after Michigan Republicans halt grant money ... See MoreSee Less
Programs to feed seniors, help child abuse victims face setbacks after Michigan Republicans halt grant money
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House GOP leadership has said the $645 million funding halt is part of an effort to cut waste and fraud in government.1 CommentsComment on Facebook
“Even when things like the 'big bill' happen in Washington. DC, your state legislatures have an incredible amount of influence and power to do some good.”
Speaking at the Grand Rapids Sustainable Business Policy Forum in August, Senator Winnie Brinks, who represents the 29th district in the Michigan Senate, emphasized the importance of state government and their ability to act as a “backstop” to regressive policies moving forward at the federal level.
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