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Sen. McDonald Rivet Brings A Lifetime of Policy and Passion To Fixing Child Care
With a child care crisis impeding employment opportunities and throttling economic growth across our nation, first-term State Senator Kristen McDonald Rivet (D-Bay City) believes the ultimate answer is to go big — public options for child care and pre-K for all....
Women’s Equality Day: Achieving Gender Parity in State Politics
Michigan Senate includes more women than ever before, fight for equality is far from over Women's Equality Day — observed on August 26 each year — commemorates the long-standing struggle for women's rights in the United States of America. Beginning in the mid-19th...
Senate Democrats Fight to Protect Michigan’s Water Quality
During National Water Quality Month, Michigan Senate Democrats reaffirm their commitment to protecting the state's Great Lakes and other waterbodies As Michiganders, our abundance of fresh water is a vital part of our identity. We’re known across the country and...
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Every worker deserves fair pay for the work they do. Yet, Latinas continue to face one of the largest pay gaps in the workforce, earning an average of 53 cents for every dollar paid to white, non-Hispanic men.
When workers are paid fairly, families are stronger, communities thrive, and our economy works better for everyone.
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Strong communities start with keeping people safe. That's why Michigan continues to take common-sense steps to protect children, support families, and prevent consumers from being targeted by fraud. Recently signed legislation will help parents make informed decisions, protect vulnerable youth, and hold scammers accountable.
Gov. Whitmer Signs Bipartisan Bills to Protect Michigan Children, Consumers, and Communities
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Governor Gretchen Whitmer is a lifelong Michigander. She is a lawyer, an educator, former prosecutor, State Representative and Senator. She was the first woman to lead a Senate caucus. But the mos...0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Every worker deserves fair pay for the work they do. Yet, Latinas continue to face one of the largest pay gaps in the workforce, earning an average of 53 cents for every dollar paid to white, non-Hispanic men.
When workers are paid fairly, families are stronger, communities thrive, and our economy works better for everyone.
As a 27-year firefighter, Sen. Chedrick Greene knows firsthand the challenges first responders face and the importance of fire safety education.
Watch his remarks recognizing Fire Prevention Week and learn how Senate Democrats are working to support the firefighters, EMTs, police officers, and emergency personnel who keep Michigan communities safe every day.
Strong communities start with keeping people safe. That's why Michigan continues to take common-sense steps to protect children, support families, and prevent consumers from being targeted by fraud. Recently signed legislation will help parents make informed decisions, protect
Michigan consumers deserve a fair deal. By prohibiting insurers from using price optimization when setting rates, Senate Dems are helping ensure coverage decisions are based on legitimate risk factors, not pricing tactics designed to maximize profits.
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