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Sen. Polehanki Sets Record Straight on Competing Legislation to Regulate Cell Phones in Schools
Claims of a “deal” on policy remedy with Senate are false, House bill’s failure due to content, not politics LANSING, Mich. (July 31, 2025) — As a former teacher, Chair of the Senate Education Committee and sponsor of Senate-passed legislation to regulate cell phones...
District 5 Legislative & Community Updates
Dear Neighbor, Happy Fourth! Summer is officially underway, bringing extreme temperatures and severe weather with it. Be sure to take care of yourself, your loved ones, and your community during this heatwave — and especially during this time of uncertainty and unrest...
Senate Democrats Champion Slate of Gun Safety Legislation to Protect Michigan Communities
Actions coincide with Gun Violence Awareness Month, a time to honor communities shattered by gun violence and raise awareness of the epidemic LANSING, Mich. (June 25, 2025) — From big cities to small rural towns, gun violence hits communities in every corner of our...
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Sen. Polehanki Testifying in Support of Senate Bills 857 and 858
Senator Polehanki Asks Colleagues to Vote Yes on SB 911
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As the Michigan Senate co-chair of the Michigan Women's Commission Bi-partisan Women's Council, I am happy to share a leadership development opportunity offered by the MWC: Create Your Own Meno-posse Coaching Program and Spotlight Speaker Series.
The women of Michigan told the MWC they want more spaces and opportunities to talk about midlife health and to normalize and destigmatize the menopause conversation. The Create Your Own Meno-posse program will empower people across the state to convene in their own unique communities to have these open and honest conversations and share stories and resources. Consider taking advantage of this FREE coaching program! ... See MoreSee Less
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🛎️🛎️🛎️ I passed another bill into law!
Once the bill is concurred by the senate and signed by Governor Whitmer, K-12 schools must send a flyer home to parents about the dangers of vapes, alternative nicotine products (like Zyns), THC cannabis products, and synthetic intoxicating hemp (like Delta Eight).
It’s important for parents to be fully informed about these products as they are not harmless for kids.
Thank you to all House members who voted yes on this bill this week! ... See MoreSee Less
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Beloved Michigan geometry teacher killed by drunk driver while doing an Uber shift, presumably to earn more money. He loved Prince, so students are wearing purple to school to honor him. ... See MoreSee Less
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