<\/span>
<\/span>It is an honor to serve you in the state Senate.<\/b>
<\/b>
<\/b>Each day, I fight for the priorities and needs of Kalamazoo County residents in the state legislature. Since taking office in 2019, I have heard from thousands of constituents about protecting our drinking water from toxic contaminants and PFAS, fixing our crumbling roads and infrastructure, and investing in our schools. I have also heard about the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic and our need to work together to build Michigan back better than ever.<\/span>
<\/span>
<\/span>Our state government depends upon the input and participation of citizens like you. I want to be your voice in Lansing, and I want to hear from you what priorities are most important to Kalamazoo County residents. This brochure about the State Capitol is designed to help you navigate state government and take an active role in shaping the future of Michigan \u2014 so please contact me, track legislation, contact state departments, or even come visit the Capitol yourself.<\/span>
<\/span>
<\/span>But, more than anything, I want to hear what matters to you. Your response will help me understand how we can best work together to move Michigan forward.<\/span>
<\/span>
<\/span>Sincerely,<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n
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Sean McCann<\/b> [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/senatedems.com\/mccann\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2024\/02\/mccannsignature.png” title_text=”mccannsignature” _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/senatedems.com\/mccann\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2022\/12\/MDS_McCann_DSC5430-214×300.jpg” title_text=”MDS_McCann_DSC5430″ _builder_version=”4.24.3″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.24.3″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding=”||0px|||”]<\/p>\n Website: SenSeanMcCann.com [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_divider _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.24.3″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n If you are visiting Lansing, stop into the State Capitol to enjoy a tour, observe the Legislature and<\/span> Request a Tribute<\/b><\/p>\n It is my pleasure to produce official legislative tributes honoring Kalamazoo County residents for<\/span> [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_divider _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.24.3″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n <\/p>\n BILL INTRODUCTION<\/b><\/p>\n The bill sponsor introduces the bill to the chamber. It is given its first reading, receives a number, and is assigned to a committee.<\/span><\/p>\n COMMITTEE CONSIDERATION<\/b><\/p>\n In committee, the sponsor requests a public hearing for the bill. The committee discusses the bill and hears comments. Public participation is encouraged!<\/span><\/p>\n The committee can:<\/b><\/p>\n When passed out of committee, the bill is given its second reading and scheduled to be discussed and debated by the whole chamber.<\/span><\/p>\n FLOOR CONSIDERATION<\/b><\/p>\n The bill is placed on the calendar for a floor vote. The bill is read for the third time and is then debated and voted upon by all members.<\/span> The new bill is then sent to the Governor.<\/span><\/p>\n If bills passed in both chambers are identical, they are sent to the Governor.<\/span> Before something becomes a law, it must be written down as a bill. Every two years, or one legislative session, there are thousands of bills introduced \u2014 hundreds of which will be signed into law by the governor.<\/span> DID YOU KNOW?<\/b><\/p>\n The proceedings of each day\u2019s work are published in the journals of both chambers \u2014 the Michigan House<\/span> [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_divider _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_divider][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Dear Friend,It is an honor to serve you in the state Senate.Each day, I fight for the priorities and needs of Kalamazoo County residents in the state legislature. Since taking […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":7,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":"\n Dear Friend, Sean McCann Website: SenSeanMcCann.com<\/a> If you are visiting Lansing, stop into the State Capitol to enjoy a tour, observe the Legislature and Request a Tribute<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n It is my pleasure to produce official legislative tributes honoring Kalamazoo County residents for BILL INTRODUCTION<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n The bill sponsor introduces the bill to the chamber. It is given its first reading, receives a number, and is assigned to a committee.<\/p>\n\n\n\n COMMITTEE CONSIDERATION<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n In committee, the sponsor requests a public hearing for the bill. The committee discusses the bill and hears comments. Public participation is encouraged!<\/p>\n\n\n\n The committee can:<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n \u2022 Pass the bill and send it to the floor (with or without amendments). When passed out of committee, the bill is given its second reading and scheduled to be discussed and debated by the whole chamber.<\/p>\n\n\n\n FLOOR CONSIDERATION<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n The bill is placed on the calendar for a floor vote. The bill is read for the third time and is then debated and voted upon by all members. The new bill is then sent to the Governor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If bills passed in both chambers are identical, they are sent to the Governor. Before something becomes a law, it must be written down as a bill. Every two years, or one legislative session, there are thousands of bills introduced \u2014 hundreds of which will be signed into law by the governor. DID YOU KNOW?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n The proceedings of each day\u2019s work are published in the journals of both chambers \u2014 the Michigan House Please mark your top selections 1-2-3:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/b>State Senator<\/span>
<\/span>District 20<\/span><\/p>\n
<\/a>Email: SenSMcCann@senate.michigan.gov<\/b>
<\/b>Toll-free: (855) 347-8020
<\/span><\/p>\nTour the Capitol<\/b><\/h3>\n
<\/span>participate in the legislative process, or simply admire the hand-painted decorative artwork and<\/span>
<\/span>history throughout the building.<\/span>
<\/span>
<\/span>Tours for groups of 10 or more can be booked through the Capitol Tour Service office. If any<\/span>
<\/span>members of your group are persons with disabilities, advise the Capitol Tour Service office at the time you book the tour. Please contact the Capitol Tour Service office at <\/span>(517) 373-2353<\/b> to<\/span>
<\/span>schedule a tour group.<\/span>
<\/span>
<\/span>Virtual tours of the Capitol are also available from the comfort of home. Learn more online at<\/span>
<\/span>capitol.michigan.gov\/tours<\/span>. If you are visiting from Kalamazoo County, please contact my office at <\/span>(517) 373-5100<\/b> or <\/span>sensmccann@senate.michigan.gov<\/b> to let me know! If my schedule allows, I always enjoy meeting with Kalamazoo County residents and learning about what brings you to Lansing.<\/span><\/p>\n
<\/span>milestone birthdays, anniversaries, retirements, and special accomplishments. If you would like<\/span>
<\/span>to request a tribute from state officials for an individual or organization deserving of recognition,<\/span>
<\/span>please contact me and we would be glad to assist. You can call my office at <\/span>(517) 373-5100 <\/b>or email a description of the desired tribute to <\/span>sensmccann@senate.michigan.gov<\/b>.<\/span>
<\/span>
<\/span>We will need to know:<\/span>
<\/span>
<\/span>\u2022 Requester\u2019s name and contact information<\/span>
<\/span>\u2022 Recipient\u2019s name and contact information<\/span>
<\/span>\u2022 Desired completion date<\/span>
<\/span>\u2022 If formal presentation is requested, relevant event details<\/span>
<\/span>\u2022 A detailed description of why this person or organization is deserving of recognition<\/span><\/p>\nHOW A BILL BECOMES A LAW<\/b><\/h3>\n
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<\/span>\u2022 Pass it and send it to another committee.<\/span>
<\/span>\u2022 Pass it and place it on the consent calendar (for noncontroversial items).<\/span>
<\/span>\u2022 Send it to the floor or committee with no recommendation.<\/span>
<\/span>\u2022 Kill it by voting it down, tabling it, ignoring it, or returning it to its author<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
<\/span>IF PASSED<\/b>, the bill is sent to the other chamber. It then goes through the same process of committee and fl oor votes.<\/span>
<\/span>IF BILLS DIFFER<\/b>, one chamber can concur with the other\u2019s amendments or the bills get referred to a conference committee. The conference committee of Senators and Representatives debate until they reach a compromise on<\/span>
<\/span>the bill\u2019s language, and then the agreed upon bill is sent to each chamber for approval, where it receives another reading and a final vote.<\/span><\/p>\n
<\/span>
<\/span>THE GOVERNOR SIGNS THE WHOLE BILL<\/b>, signs with line-item vetoes, vetoes the bill or pocket vetoes the bill.<\/span>
<\/span>
<\/span>IF VETOED<\/b>, the bill goes back to the legislature for reconsideration. A two thirds vote of both the Senate and House is required to overturn a veto.<\/span>
<\/span>
<\/span>If the Governor signs the bill, or if both chambers override the Governor\u2019s veto\u2026<\/span>
<\/span>THE BILL BECOMES LAW!<\/b><\/p>\nTRACKING BILLS 101<\/b><\/h3>\n
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<\/span>Visit the Michigan Legislature website at <\/span>legislature.mi.gov<\/span> for all the latest information about the status of bills. A free service of the Legislative Service Bureau in cooperation with the Michigan Legislative Council, the Michigan House of Representatives, the Michigan Senate, and the Library of Michigan, this website features a robust search function for legislation introduced and passed.<\/span>
<\/span>
<\/span>Whether it\u2019s by number, sponsor, committee or content, you can find detailed bill information on the MILEG website, along with session calendars, journals, House and Senate audio and video feeds, the most recent bill activity and daily introductions of bills, as well as what bills have been passed and enrolled.<\/span>
<\/span>
<\/span>If there\u2019s a certain bill that you\u2019d like to track, you can register on the site for free, create your own \u201cwatch\u201d list of legislation and request an email notification be sent to you when a bill status changes.<\/span><\/p>\n
<\/span>and Senate. In addition, the records of committee action on all bills and resolutions are available for public inspection. This information, and so much more, can be found online at <\/span>legislature.mi.gov<\/span>.<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n
It is an honor to serve you in the state Senate.<\/strong>
Each day, I fight for the priorities and needs of Kalamazoo County residents in the state legislature. Since taking office in 2019, I have heard from thousands of constituents about protecting our drinking water from toxic contaminants and PFAS, fixing our crumbling roads and infrastructure, and investing in our schools. I have also heard about the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic and our need to work together to build Michigan back better than ever.
Our state government depends upon the input and participation of citizens like you. I want to be your voice in Lansing, and I want to hear from you what priorities are most important to Kalamazoo County residents. This brochure about the State Capitol is designed to help you navigate state government and take an active role in shaping the future of Michigan \u2014 so please contact me, track legislation, contact state departments, or even come visit the Capitol yourself.
But, more than anything, I want to hear what matters to you. Your response will help me understand how we can best work together to move Michigan forward.
Sincerely,<\/p>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/senatedems.com\/mccann\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2021\/02\/image-5.png\")
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State Senator<\/p>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/senatedems.com\/mccann\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2020\/01\/McCANN-OP-5x7_bw-731x1024.jpg\"){kind=spacer}
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Email: SenSMcCann@senate.michigan.gov<\/strong>
Toll-free: (855) 347-8020
Click link to review PDF version of this newsletter<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nTour the Capitol<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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participate in the legislative process, or simply admire the hand-painted decorative artwork and
history throughout the building.
Tours for groups of 10 or more can be booked through the Capitol Tour Service office. If any
members of your group are persons with disabilities, advise the Capitol Tour Service office at the time you book the tour. Please contact the Capitol Tour Service office at (517) 373-2353<\/strong> to
schedule a tour group.
Virtual tours of the Capitol are also available from the comfort of home. Learn more online at
capitol.michigan.gov\/tours<\/a>. If you are visiting from Kalamazoo County, please contact my office at (517) 373-5100<\/strong> or sensmccann@senate.michigan.gov<\/strong> to let me know! If my schedule allows, I always enjoy meeting with Kalamazoo County residents and learning about what brings you to Lansing.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
milestone birthdays, anniversaries, retirements, and special accomplishments. If you would like
to request a tribute from state officials for an individual or organization deserving of recognition,
please contact me and we would be glad to assist. You can call my office at (517) 373-5100 <\/strong>or email a description of the desired tribute to sensmccann@senate.michigan.gov<\/strong>.
We will need to know:
\u2022 Requester\u2019s name and contact information
\u2022 Recipient\u2019s name and contact information
\u2022 Desired completion date
\u2022 If formal presentation is requested, relevant event details
\u2022 A detailed description of why this person or organization is deserving of recognition <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nHOW A BILL BECOMES A LAW<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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\u2022 Pass it and send it to another committee.
\u2022 Pass it and place it on the consent calendar (for noncontroversial items).
\u2022 Send it to the floor or committee with no recommendation.
\u2022 Kill it by voting it down, tabling it, ignoring it, or returning it to its author <\/p>\n\n\n\n
IF PASSED<\/strong>, the bill is sent to the other chamber. It then goes through the same process of committee and fl oor votes.
IF BILLS DIFFER<\/strong>, one chamber can concur with the other\u2019s amendments or the bills get referred to a conference committee. The conference committee of Senators and Representatives debate until they reach a compromise on
the bill\u2019s language, and then the agreed upon bill is sent to each chamber for approval, where it receives another reading and a final vote.<\/p>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/senatedems.com\/mccann\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2021\/04\/image-4.png\")
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THE GOVERNOR SIGNS THE WHOLE BILL<\/strong>, signs with line-item vetoes, vetoes the bill or pocket vetoes the bill.
IF VETOED<\/strong>, the bill goes back to the legislature for reconsideration. A two thirds vote of both the Senate and House is required to overturn a veto.
If the Governor signs the bill, or if both chambers override the Governor\u2019s veto\u2026
THE BILL BECOMES LAW!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nTRACKING BILLS 101<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Visit the Michigan Legislature website at legislature.mi.gov<\/a> for all the latest information about the status of bills. A free service of the Legislative Service Bureau in cooperation with the Michigan Legislative Council, the Michigan House of Representatives, the Michigan Senate, and the Library of Michigan, this website features a robust search function for legislation introduced and passed.
Whether it\u2019s by number, sponsor, committee or content, you can find detailed bill information on the MILEG website, along with session calendars, journals, House and Senate audio and video feeds, the most recent bill activity and daily introductions of bills, as well as what bills have been passed and enrolled.
If there\u2019s a certain bill that you\u2019d like to track, you can register on the site for free, create your own \u201cwatch\u201d list of legislation and request an email notification be sent to you when a bill status changes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
and Senate. In addition, the records of committee action on all bills and resolutions are available for public inspection. This information, and so much more, can be found online at legislature.mi.gov<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nWhich state issues do you care about most?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n