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NOTE FROM ERIKA Greetings friends and neighbors! This week's edition of my E-Newsletter is jam-packed with upcoming community events. Be sure to check out the ‘Community Update’ section for details. Sincerely, Erika GeissState Senator – 1st District517.373.7800 IN...
Michigan Senate Passes Bills to Accept Teacher and Counselor Licenses From Out of State
Michigan Senate Passes Bills to Accept Teacher and Counselor Licenses From Out of State LANSING, Mich. (April 19, 2023) — The Michigan Senate passed Senate Bills 161 and 162 today to reduce barriers for experienced, out-of-state educators and counselors to come to...
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Note From Erika Hello friends and neighbors, I hope everyone is getting outside and enjoying the sunshine and warm weather! 🌞 On Tuesday, April 11, 2023 the new Senate majority reached 100 days of action. We’ve managed to get a lot done in the past 100 days...
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Today, I testified before the Michigan Senate Committee on Civil Rights, Judiciary, and Public Safety in support of my bill, Senate Bill 336. This legislation would place clear limits on the use of no-knock warrants and establish specific guidelines for when and how they may be used—ensuring accountability and that officers are clearly identifiable.
SB 336 is part of a larger, bipartisan bill package: the Police Practices Standardization, Transparency, and Trust (S.T.A.T). Together, these bills aim to promote safer communities by improving policing practices and rebuilding trust between law enforcement and the people they serve.
I’m especially grateful to Senator Stephanie Chang for her longstanding leadership on this issue, and to my colleagues on this package for their dedication to creating meaningful change. ... See MoreSee Less
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The Taylor Summer Festival kicks off tomorrow, June 26th through Sunday, June 29th! Stay safe and hydrated as temperatures remain high throughout the weekend. ... See MoreSee Less
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When the Supreme Court issued the Dobbs decision, it marked a historic legal shift, repealing nearly 50 years of federally protected reproductive rights. But it also reignited a civic movement rooted in care, rights, and accountability. Today, we pause to remember that moment—and our role in it —to ensure Michigan remains a place where values are respected and voices are heard. ... See MoreSee Less
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