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Tax Tips Newsletter
Dear Neighbor, The new year means tax season is upon us — this year, however, differs a great deal from previous ones as it is the first year Michigan families and seniors can take advantage of historic tax relief passed by Senate Democrats last March. As you work to...
Senate Majority Leader, Godfrey-Lee Superintendent, and Chief of GRPD Address New Firearm Safe Storage Law Taking Effect Tomorrow
New law will require gun owners to keep their firearms safely secured from minors, a widely supported, evidence-based step in preventing gun violence. GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (February 12, 2024) — Today, Senate Majority Leader Winnie Brinks (D-Grand Rapids) joined...
District Update & State of the State Recap
Dear Neighbor, I was honored to attend Governor Gretchen Whitmer’s sixth annual State of the State Address on Wednesday, January 24. Her celebration of key legislation passed by the House and Senate and signed into law in 2023 made me proud of the important work that...
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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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