Hertel, Singh, Camilleri Tackle Urgent Tipped Wage Fix and Wage Theft on Day One, Making Workers a Priority in 2025
Balancing the interests of workers, small businesses, and consumers, this legislative package seeks to build a fair economy that works for all LANSING, Mich. (Jan. 8, 2025) — On day one of a new legislative session, Senate Democrats are not shying...
Michigan Senate Passes Comprehensive Legislative Package to Hold Sexual Abusers Accountable, Provide Justice for Survivors
Legislation led by Sen. Hertel would make Michigan safer for all potential victims of sexual assault and child sex abuse LANSING, Mich. (Dec. 13, 2024) — Today, the Michigan Senate passed the “Justice for Survivors” package to give survivors of...
Sen. Hertel Applauds the Senate’s Passage of Legislation to Support First Responders and Protect Michigan Communities
LANSING, Mich. (Dec. 12, 2024) — Compared to other Midwest states, Michigan falls significantly behind when it comes to the total number of full-time professional firefighters, posing a threat to the health and safety of both first responders and...
Senate Committee Passes McDonald Rivet Legislation to Improve Child Care for Parents, Providers, and Workers
Bills to Streamline and Expand Access to Child Care Subsidies, Modernize Licensing Recommended to Full Senate LANSING, Mich. (Dec. 10, 2024) – Today, the Michigan Senate Housing and Human Services Committee passed legislation introduced by State...
Sen. Klinefelt Introduces Legislation in the Senate to Support First Responders and Protect Michigan Communities
LANSING, Mich. (December 3, 2024) — Today, Sen. Veronica Klinefelt (D-Eastpointe) rallied with Michigan firefighters on the steps of the state Capitol to discuss legislation she recently introduced in the Senate to allow firefighters to bring their...
Shop Small to Make a Big Difference This Holiday Season
After seeing the challenges faced by small business owners such as his grandparents, Sen. Kevin Hertel reflects on the important role small businesses play in Michigan communities and how we all can do our part to support them Michigan’s economy...
Uplifting Michigan Veterans in the Capitol and Our Communities
Michigan Senate Democrats express gratitude for everything Michigan veterans have done for our nation and continue to do for our communities Every year on November 11, Americans come together to express profound gratitude for those who honored our...
Honey, Hunting and Health Care: How Senate Democrats are Uplifting Michigan’s Rural Communities
Michigan’s rural communities are close-knit, bonded by a sense of pride in place and rooted in connections that, for some, go back for generations. Neighbors not only care for each other, but are also thoughtful stewards of the forests, fields, and...
Sen. Hertel on the Senate’s Passage of Protections Against Abuse for Vulnerable Adults
To protect the state’s aging population and vulnerable adults, the Michigan Senate takes bipartisan action to implement tools to better detect and address cases of abuse LANSING, Mich. (Oct. 16, 2024) — Elder abuse and exploitation is a serious...
Senate Committee Unanimously Votes to Advance Legislative Package to Strengthen Protections for Vulnerable Adults
To better protect the state’s aging population and vulnerable adults, Michigan Senate seeks to implement tools to better detect and address cases of abuse LANSING, Mich. (Oct. 2, 2024) — According to the Michigan Dept. of Attorney General,...
Hertel, Singh, Camilleri Tackle Urgent Tipped Wage Fix and Wage Theft on Day One, Making Workers a Priority in 2025
Balancing the interests of workers, small businesses, and consumers, this legislative package seeks to build a fair economy that works for all LANSING, Mich. (Jan. 8, 2025) — On day one of a new legislative session, Senate Democrats are not shying...
Michigan Senate Passes Comprehensive Legislative Package to Hold Sexual Abusers Accountable, Provide Justice for Survivors
Legislation led by Sen. Hertel would make Michigan safer for all potential victims of sexual assault and child sex abuse LANSING, Mich. (Dec. 13, 2024) — Today, the Michigan Senate passed the “Justice for Survivors” package to give survivors of...
Sen. Hertel Applauds the Senate’s Passage of Legislation to Support First Responders and Protect Michigan Communities
LANSING, Mich. (Dec. 12, 2024) — Compared to other Midwest states, Michigan falls significantly behind when it comes to the total number of full-time professional firefighters, posing a threat to the health and safety of both first responders and...
Senate Committee Passes McDonald Rivet Legislation to Improve Child Care for Parents, Providers, and Workers
Bills to Streamline and Expand Access to Child Care Subsidies, Modernize Licensing Recommended to Full Senate LANSING, Mich. (Dec. 10, 2024) – Today, the Michigan Senate Housing and Human Services Committee passed legislation introduced by State...
Sen. Klinefelt Introduces Legislation in the Senate to Support First Responders and Protect Michigan Communities
LANSING, Mich. (December 3, 2024) — Today, Sen. Veronica Klinefelt (D-Eastpointe) rallied with Michigan firefighters on the steps of the state Capitol to discuss legislation she recently introduced in the Senate to allow firefighters to bring their...
Sen. Hertel on the Senate’s Passage of Protections Against Abuse for Vulnerable Adults
To protect the state’s aging population and vulnerable adults, the Michigan Senate takes bipartisan action to implement tools to better detect and address cases of abuse LANSING, Mich. (Oct. 16, 2024) — Elder abuse and exploitation is a serious...
Senate Committee Unanimously Votes to Advance Legislative Package to Strengthen Protections for Vulnerable Adults
To better protect the state’s aging population and vulnerable adults, Michigan Senate seeks to implement tools to better detect and address cases of abuse LANSING, Mich. (Oct. 2, 2024) — According to the Michigan Dept. of Attorney General,...
Senate Committee Hears Testimony on Legislation to Improve Access to Contraception, Give Michiganders the Freedom to Plan
From over-the-counter contraception to postpartum contraception, Senate Democrats are paving the way to a future where Michiganders have full control over their reproductive health LANSING, Mich. (Sept. 26, 2024) — Today, Sens. Mary Cavanagh...
Michigan Senate Unanimously Passes Sen. Hertel’s Legislation to Expand Survivor Benefits for Public Safety Officers
Michigan Senate takes bipartisan steps to bolster support for first responders LANSING, Mich. (Sept. 17, 2024) — Today, the Michigan Senate unanimously passed Senate Bill 834. Introduced by Sen. Kevin Hertel (D-St. Clair Shores), this...
Senate Committee Advances Sen. Hertel’s Legislation to Expand Survivor Benefits for Public Safety Officers
On the 23rd anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks, the Michigan Senate takes bipartisan steps to bolster support for first responders LANSING, Mich. (Sept. 11, 2024) — On the 23rd anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist...
Hertel, Singh, Camilleri Tackle Urgent Tipped Wage Fix and Wage Theft on Day One, Making Workers a Priority in 2025
Balancing the interests of workers, small businesses, and consumers, this legislative package seeks to build a fair economy that works for all LANSING, Mich. (Jan. 8, 2025) — On day one of a new legislative session, Senate Democrats are not shying...
Reflecting on a Year of Progress Made in 2024
Dear Neighbor, As we head towards a new year and a new legislative session, I want to take a moment to reach out and reflect on the progress made and victories won for the people of our lakeshore district these past twelve months. Together with...
Happy Holidays! Seasonal Resources and More
Dear Neighbor, Happy Holidays! As we begin to observe the many days of celebration coming up on the calendar, I want to take a moment to share a few community resources you may find helpful. If you’re in need of food assistance, mental health...
Michigan Senate Passes Comprehensive Legislative Package to Hold Sexual Abusers Accountable, Provide Justice for Survivors
Legislation led by Sen. Hertel would make Michigan safer for all potential victims of sexual assault and child sex abuse LANSING, Mich. (Dec. 13, 2024) — Today, the Michigan Senate passed the “Justice for Survivors” package to give survivors of...
Sen. Hertel Applauds the Senate’s Passage of Legislation to Support First Responders and Protect Michigan Communities
LANSING, Mich. (Dec. 12, 2024) — Compared to other Midwest states, Michigan falls significantly behind when it comes to the total number of full-time professional firefighters, posing a threat to the health and safety of both first responders and...
Senate Committee Passes McDonald Rivet Legislation to Improve Child Care for Parents, Providers, and Workers
Bills to Streamline and Expand Access to Child Care Subsidies, Modernize Licensing Recommended to Full Senate LANSING, Mich. (Dec. 10, 2024) – Today, the Michigan Senate Housing and Human Services Committee passed legislation introduced by State...
Legislative Update! Supporting Workers and First Responders
Dear Neighbor, While the year is rapidly coming to a close, my colleagues and I in the Michigan Senate are using every moment we have to deliver solutions to the challenges facing our state. From passing legislation to assist residents during...
Sen. Klinefelt Introduces Legislation in the Senate to Support First Responders and Protect Michigan Communities
LANSING, Mich. (December 3, 2024) — Today, Sen. Veronica Klinefelt (D-Eastpointe) rallied with Michigan firefighters on the steps of the state Capitol to discuss legislation she recently introduced in the Senate to allow firefighters to bring their...
Shop Small to Make a Big Difference This Holiday Season
After seeing the challenges faced by small business owners such as his grandparents, Sen. Kevin Hertel reflects on the important role small businesses play in Michigan communities and how we all can do our part to support them Michigan’s economy...
Happy Thanksgiving! Resources, Volunteer Opportunities, and More
Dear Neighbor, As Thanksgiving approaches, I want to take a moment to wish you and your loved ones a safe and joyous holiday filled with laughter, great food, and *hopefully* a Lions win against the Chicago Bears. This time of year is a...
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