{"id":5705,"date":"2021-10-29T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2021-10-29T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/senatedemssandbox.com\/polehanki\/2021\/10\/29\/senatedistrict7updates-2\/"},"modified":"2023-01-03T20:07:54","modified_gmt":"2023-01-03T20:07:54","slug":"senatedistrict7updates-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dev.senatedems.com\/polehanki\/2021\/10\/29\/senatedistrict7updates-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Senate District 7 Updates"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;6px||9px|||&#8221; da_is_popup=&#8221;off&#8221; da_exit_intent=&#8221;off&#8221; da_has_close=&#8221;on&#8221; da_alt_close=&#8221;off&#8221; da_dark_close=&#8221;off&#8221; da_not_modal=&#8221;on&#8221; da_is_singular=&#8221;off&#8221; da_with_loader=&#8221;off&#8221; da_has_shadow=&#8221;on&#8221; da_disable_devices=&#8221;off|off|off&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;2px||5px|||&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<!-- divi:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div>\n<div>\n<div style=\"margin: 0; padding: 0; width: 100%;\" align=\"center\">\n<div style=\"margin: 0; padding: 0;\">\n<table width=\"100%\" cellpadding=\"0\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<div><a id=\"\" name=\"\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/senatedems.com\/polehanki\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"State Senator Dayna Polehanki\" src=\"https:\/\/static21.senatedems.org\/media\/700x0\/5cf6ab14d585d.jpeg\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin: 0; padding: 0;\">\n<table width=\"100%\" cellpadding=\"0\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" style=\"line-height: 31px;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p><a id=\"\" name=\"\"><\/a><\/p>\n<div style=\"text-align: left; font-size: 19px; padding-top: 15px; padding-bottom: 15px;\">\n<div>\n<p>Friends,<\/p>\n<p>I wish you all a safe, healthy Halloween this Sunday. While having fun trick-or-treating, please make sure to take precautions to protect your family, friends, and neighbors from the spread of COVID-19 and the Delta variant.<\/p>\n<p>Featured in this newsletter are:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Legislative updates from this week;<\/li>\n<li>Tips on how to have a safe and healthy Halloween;<\/li>\n<li>An update on the distribution of COVID-19 vaccines for Michigan youth;<\/li>\n<li>A reminder to get your flu vaccine this season; and,<\/li>\n<li>Voting information for the upcoming November elections.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>As always, it\u2019s an honor to serve you. Please don\u2019t hesitate to contact me if I can be of assistance.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin: 0; padding: 0;\">\n<table width=\"100%\" cellpadding=\"0\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<div><a id=\"\" name=\"\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/senatedems.com\/polehanki\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"State Senator Dayna Polehanki\" src=\"https:\/\/static21.senatedems.org\/media\/700x0\/5d24f8e71469b.jpeg\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin: 0; padding: 0;\">\n<table width=\"100%\" cellpadding=\"0\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" style=\"line-height: 31px;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p><a id=\"\" name=\"\"><\/a><\/p>\n<div style=\"text-align: left; font-size: 19px; padding-top: 15px; padding-bottom: 15px;\">\n<div>\n<p><b>Dayna Polehanki<br \/><\/b><span style=\"background-color: transparent;\">State Senator<br \/><\/span><span style=\"background-color: transparent;\">7th District<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"background-color: transparent;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"background-color: transparent;\"><b>LEGISLATIVE UPDATES <\/b><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"background-color: transparent;\"><i><b>School Safety Matters \u2014 Join Me!<br \/><\/b><\/i><\/span><span style=\"background-color: transparent;\">Threats of violence against our school board members and school employees working under extremely difficult circumstances to protect our children and keep schools open are <\/span><b style=\"background-color: transparent;\">unacceptable<\/b><span style=\"background-color: transparent;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"background-color: transparent;\">That\u2019s why my Senate Democratic colleagues and I have introduced legislation, <a href=\"http:\/\/legislature.mi.gov\/doc.aspx?2021-SB-0689\">Senate Bill 689<\/a>, to make it a misdemeanor punishable by imprisonment for up to a year, or a fine up to $1,000, or both, for people who assault, batter, wound, or endanger a school employee, school contractor, or member of a school board.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin: 0; padding: 0;\">\n<table width=\"100%\" cellpadding=\"0\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<div><a id=\"1635429426994994\" name=\"1635429426994994\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/MISenDems\/status\/1453040823608692753\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Tweet\" src=\"https:\/\/static21.senatedems.org\/media\/700x0\/617aacba4a1bb.jpeg\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin: 0; padding: 0;\">\n<table width=\"100%\" cellpadding=\"0\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" style=\"line-height: 31px;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p><a id=\"\" name=\"\"><\/a><\/p>\n<div style=\"text-align: left; font-size: 19px; padding-top: 15px; padding-bottom: 15px;\">\n<div>\n<p>Enough is enough. We can have disagreements and discussions about various school policies, but as adults and role models for our children, they must remain civil. If you, a relative, or friend have been harassed or threatened while performing your duties as a school official and are willing to share your story to demonstrate the need for this legislation, please visit <a href=\"https:\/\/senatedems.com\/tellusyourstory\/\">SchoolSafetyNow.com<\/a> to tell us about it.<\/p>\n<p>We see you. We hear you. We are working to protect you.<br \/><span style=\"background-color: transparent;\"><br \/><b style=\"font-style: italic;\">Tampon Tax Repeal Legislation Earns Senate Passage<\/b><b><i><br \/><\/i><\/b><\/span><span style=\"background-color: transparent;\">I am thrilled the Michigan Senate voted this week to stop taxing periods by passing legislation exempting feminine hygiene products from sales and use tax! These products are essential and medical necessities \u2014 not luxury items, as the law currently treats them \u2014 and therefore should not be subject to these taxes.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>This has been a bipartisan and bicameral effort that I\u2019m grateful to see in Michigan Legislature. The bills now head to the House for a vote and then will be sent on to the governor for signing.<\/p>\n<p>&gt;&gt; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bridgemi.com\/michigan-government\/gop-democrats-agree-time-end-michigans-7-million-tampon-tax\">Read more about the significance of this legislation<\/a>.<br \/><span style=\"background-color: transparent;\"><br \/><b><i>Republican School Voucher Scheme Clears Senate<\/i><\/b><\/span><\/p>\n<p>This week, Republicans sought to curry a favor to their wealthy donors by passing legislation that would provide a tax credit to wealthy individuals or corporations who effectively \u201csponsor\u201d a child\u2019s non-public school education. More simply put, these bills are about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.freep.com\/story\/news\/politics\/2021\/10\/20\/school-voucher-michigan-gop-whitmer\/8535487002\/\">expanding scho<br \/>ol vouchers, and they are unconstitutional<\/a>, as they interweave public resources for private purposes.<\/p>\n<p>Worse, they would take hundreds of millions of public dollars from public schools and gift them to private schools. I have no issues with private schools and those who choose them \u2014 but that is a choice. Our constitution protects public education, and subsequently, our public taxpayer dollars that are intended to be used for them.<\/p>\n<p>A well-educated population is a must-have for all businesses and communities, but the effort passed by my Republican colleagues this week is merely another DeVos-backed attempt to privatize education. These bills would provide high-quality education for the wealthy while stripping the state of the vital funds needed to provide a high-quality education for ALL our children. I voted no on this legislation.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><b>MDHHS RECOMMENDS BEST PRACTICES TO SAFELY CELEBRATE HALLOWEEN <\/b><\/p>\n<p>To keep Halloween a safe and fun holiday, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) is offering tips and tricks to keep loved ones safe and to prevent the spread of COVID-19.<\/p>\n<p><b><i>Tips for trick-or-treaters and parents:<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Talk with children about Halloween safety and expectations.<\/li>\n<li>Stay outdoors for activities, particularly if participants are not vaccinated.<\/li>\n<li>Trick or treat in small groups.<\/li>\n<li>Avoid congregating in groups around houses.<\/li>\n<li>If indoors or in crowded outdoor settings, wear a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.michigan.gov\/documents\/coronavirus\/MDHHS_Face_Mask_Recommendations_5.20.21_725941_7.pdf\">face mask covering<\/a> both mouth and nose (a costume mask is not a substitute for a cloth mask).<\/li>\n<li>Do not wear a costume mask over a protective cloth mask if wearing both causes difficulty breathing. Instead, consider using a Halloween-themed cloth mask.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b><i>Tips for homeowners to consider:<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Distribute candy on a table to eliminate direct contact.<\/li>\n<li>Consider handing out candy in an open space where distancing is possible, rather than from the front door.<\/li>\n<li>Consider a neighborhood costume parade; it is an easy way to keep safe space between children.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Tips for all persons include getting the COVID-19 vaccine if you are eligible (ages 12 and over), staying home if you are sick, wearing a mask that covers both the mouth and nose, washing hands often and\/or using hand sanitizer containing at least 60% alcohol, and coughing or sneezing into your elbow.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><b>DIRECTIVE TO EXPEDITE DISTRIBUTION OF COVID-19 VACCINES TO KIDS <\/b><\/p>\n<p>On Tuesday, Oct. 26, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed an executive directive, requiring that state departments and agencies expedite the ordering and distribution of the Pfizer-BioNTech pediatric coronavirus vaccinations to protect younger Michiganders between the ages of 5 to 11 years old, and to ensure that students could continue in-person learning in a safe environment this year.<\/p>\n<p>The Food and Drug Administration\u2019s Vaccines and Related Biological Products Advisory Committee (VRBPAC) met on Oct. 26 to discuss emergency use authorization of the safe and effective COVID-19 vaccine for children. After this meeting, the VRBPAC issued their recommendation to the Center for Disease Control&#8217;s Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP), which is scheduled to meet Nov. 2-3 to review data and recommendations. ACIP is anticipated to issue a recommendation, which will go to the CDC for final approval of the emergency use authorization.<\/p>\n<p>Based on data provided by Pfizer, the vaccine was shown to be nearly 91% effective during the trial at preventing symptomatic disease from COVID-19 in the age group. The directive also requires the State of Michigan to regularly report the proportion of children ages 5 to 11 who have received a COVID-19 vaccine. To date, nearly 69% of Michiganders 16 years or older and 66.9% of Michiganders 12 years or older have received at least their first dose of one of the three safe, effective vaccines.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><b>MDHHS URGES RESIDENTS TO GET FLU VACCINE DURING UPCOMING SEASON <\/b><\/p>\n<p>The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) is urging Michiganders to get their flu vaccine as soon as possible to protect themselves and their communities from flu especially while continuing to battle COVID-19.<\/p>\n<p>Getting a flu vaccine is critical this season because flu viruses and the virus that causes COVID-19 will likely be spreading simultaneously. Importantly, residents can get their COVID-19 vaccine at the same time as their flu vaccine. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/coronavirus\/2019-ncov\/need-extra-precautions\/index.html\">According to the CDC<\/a>, those who are at higher risk for contracting flu are also at a higher risk for contracting COVID-19. Vaccinations for both COVID-19 and the flu are safe, effective strategies to protect ourselves and our communities from illness.<\/p>\n<p>Last flu season, approximately 3.5 million people in Michigan received a flu vaccine as reported to the Michigan Care Improvement Registry (MCIR). The state has set a goal of vaccinating a total of 4 million Michiganders for the 2021-2022 flu season.<\/p>\n<p>Flu vaccines are available now at local health departments, physician offices and pharmacies around the state. Find a location near you using the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vaccines.gov\/find-vaccines\/\">Vaccine Finder<\/a>. Visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.michigan.gov\/flu\">Michigan.gov\/flu<\/a> for more information or visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ivaccinate.org\/\">IVaccinate.org<\/a> to find answers to your vaccine questions.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><b>ELECTION DAY IS NEXT WEEK \u2013 DROP YOUR BALLOTS OFF <\/b><\/p>\n<p>The Michigan Secretary of State is encouraging voters to return their absentee ballots to their clerks or local drop box to avoid possible postal delays and ensure your vote is counted. Absentee ballots must be received by the voter\u2019s city or township clerk by 8 p.m. on Election Day, Nov. 2, to be counted.<\/p>\n<p>Voters can find the locations of their clerk offices and ballot drop boxes at <a href=\"http:\/\/michigan.gov\/vote\">Michigan.gov\/Vote<\/a>. They can also track their ballot on the website to ensure it is received by their clerk<\/p>\n<p>Registered voters who do not yet have an absentee ballot can visit their local clerk\u2019s office to request, complete and submit one all in one trip prior to 4 p.m. on Nov. 1. Eligible citizens who have not yet registered can also do so at their clerk\u2019s office and then request and vote an absentee ballot in one trip through 8 p.m. on Election Day.<\/p>\n<p>Clerk\u2019s offices are required to be open for eight hours the weekend before every election. Voters should contact their local clerk for their hours of operation this weekend.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin: 0; padding: 0;\">\n<table width=\"100%\" border=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" style=\"height: 99px;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td align=\"center\" valign=\"middle\">\n<p><a id=\"\" name=\"\"><\/a><\/p>\n<table width=\"100%\" cellpadding=\"0\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<div style=\"width: 100%; vertical-align: middle; text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/SenDaynaPolehanki\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/oi2bk24hhfe.senatedems.org\/icons\/1\/facebook.png\" style=\"padding-right: 10px;\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin: 0; padding: 0;\">\n<table width=\"100%\" border=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" style=\"height: 30px;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td align=\"center\" valign=\"middle\"><a id=\"\" name=\"\"><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin: 0; padding: 0;\">\n<table width=\"100%\" border=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" style=\"height: 100px;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td align=\"center\" valign=\"middle\">\n<p><a id=\"\" name=\"\"><\/a><\/p>\n<div style=\"font-size: 10px; font-weight: normal; color: #000000;\">\n<p>As an elected representative, I believe in being readily available and transparent because my office is your office.<\/p>\n<p>Email is a great way to share updates, and hear from you on the issues you care about. If you want to alter your email preferences, click here to <a href=\"%unsubscribe%\" target=\"\" rel=\"noopener\">unsubscribe<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/divi:paragraph -->[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>&nbsp; Friends, I wish you all a safe, healthy Halloween this Sunday. While having fun trick-or-treating, please make sure to take precautions to protect your family, friends, and neighbors from [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":5,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":"<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><div><div><div style=\"margin:0;padding:0;width:100%\" align=\"center\"><div style=\"margin:0;padding:0\"><table width=\"100%\" cellpadding=\"0\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\"><tbody><tr><td><div><a id=\"\" name=\"\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/senatedems.com\/polehanki\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img alt=\"State Senator Dayna Polehanki\" src=\"https:\/\/static21.senatedems.org\/media\/700x0\/5cf6ab14d585d.jpeg\"><\/a><\/div><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/div><div style=\"margin:0;padding:0\"><table width=\"100%\" cellpadding=\"0\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" style=\"line-height: 31px\"><tbody><tr><td style=\", Times, serif\"><a id=\"\" name=\"\"><\/a><div style=\"text-align: left;font-size: 19px;padding-top: 15px;padding-bottom: 15px;, Times, serif\"><div><p>Friends, <\/p><p>I wish you all a safe, healthy Halloween this Sunday. While having fun trick-or-treating, please make sure to take precautions to protect your family, friends, and neighbors from the spread of COVID-19 and the Delta variant.   <\/p><p>Featured in this newsletter are: <\/p><p><\/p><ul><li>Legislative updates from this week; <\/li><li>Tips on how to have a safe and healthy Halloween; <\/li><li>An update on the distribution of COVID-19 vaccines for Michigan youth; <\/li><li>A reminder to get your flu vaccine this season; and,  <\/li><li>Voting information for the upcoming November elections. <\/li><\/ul><p><\/p><p>As always, it\u2019s an honor to serve you. Please don\u2019t hesitate to contact me if I can be of assistance.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/div><div style=\"margin:0;padding:0\"><table width=\"100%\" cellpadding=\"0\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\"><tbody><tr><td><div><a id=\"\" name=\"\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/senatedems.com\/polehanki\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img alt=\"State Senator Dayna Polehanki\" src=\"https:\/\/static21.senatedems.org\/media\/700x0\/5d24f8e71469b.jpeg\"><\/a><\/div><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/div><div style=\"margin:0;padding:0\"><table width=\"100%\" cellpadding=\"0\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" style=\"line-height: 31px\"><tbody><tr><td style=\", Times, serif\"><a id=\"\" name=\"\"><\/a><div style=\"text-align: left;font-size: 19px;padding-top: 15px;padding-bottom: 15px;, Times, serif\"><div><p><b>Dayna Polehanki<br><\/b><span style=\"background-color: transparent\">State Senator<br><\/span><span style=\"background-color: transparent\">7th District<\/span><\/p><p><\/p><p><span style=\"background-color: transparent\"><br><\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"background-color: transparent\"><b>LEGISLATIVE UPDATES <\/b><\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"background-color: transparent\"><i><b>School Safety Matters \u2014 Join Me!<br><\/b><\/i><\/span><span style=\"background-color: transparent\">Threats of violence against our school board members and school employees working under extremely difficult circumstances to protect our children and keep schools open are <\/span><b style=\"background-color: transparent\">unacceptable<\/b><span style=\"background-color: transparent\">.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"background-color: transparent\">That\u2019s why my Senate Democratic colleagues and I have introduced legislation, <a href=\"http:\/\/legislature.mi.gov\/doc.aspx?2021-SB-0689\">Senate Bill 689<\/a>, to make it a misdemeanor punishable by imprisonment for up to a year, or a fine up to $1,000, or both, for people who assault, batter, wound, or endanger a school employee, school contractor, or member of a school board.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"background-color: transparent\"><\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"background-color: transparent\"><\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"background-color: transparent\"><\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"background-color: transparent\"><\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"background-color: transparent\"><\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"background-color: transparent\"><\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"background-color: transparent\"><\/span><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><p><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/div><div style=\"margin:0;padding:0\"><table width=\"100%\" cellpadding=\"0\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\"><tbody><tr><td><div><a id=\"1635429426994994\" name=\"1635429426994994\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/MISenDems\/status\/1453040823608692753\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img alt=\"Tweet\" src=\"https:\/\/static21.senatedems.org\/media\/700x0\/617aacba4a1bb.jpeg\"><\/a><\/div><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/div><div style=\"margin:0;padding:0\"><table width=\"100%\" cellpadding=\"0\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" style=\"line-height: 31px\"><tbody><tr><td style=\", Times, serif\"><a id=\"\" name=\"\"><\/a><div style=\"text-align: left;font-size: 19px;padding-top: 15px;padding-bottom: 15px;, Times, serif\"><div><p>Enough is enough. We can have disagreements and discussions about various school policies, but as adults and role models for our children, they must remain civil. If you, a relative, or friend have been harassed or threatened while performing your duties as a school official and are willing to share your story to demonstrate the need for this legislation, please visit <a href=\"https:\/\/senatedems.com\/tellusyourstory\/\">SchoolSafetyNow.com<\/a> to tell us about it.  <\/p><p>We see you. We hear you. We are working to protect you.<br><span style=\"background-color: transparent\"><br><b style=\"font-style: italic\">Tampon Tax Repeal Legislation Earns Senate Passage<\/b><b><i><br><\/i><\/b><\/span><span style=\"background-color: transparent\">I am thrilled the Michigan Senate voted this week to stop taxing periods by passing legislation exempting feminine hygiene products from sales and use tax! These products are essential and medical necessities \u2014 not luxury items, as the law currently treats them \u2014 and therefore should not be subject to these taxes.<\/span><\/p><p>This has been a bipartisan and bicameral effort that I\u2019m grateful to see in Michigan Legislature. The bills now head to the House for a vote and then will be sent on to the governor for signing. <\/p><p>&gt;&gt; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bridgemi.com\/michigan-government\/gop-democrats-agree-time-end-michigans-7-million-tampon-tax\">Read more about the significance of this legislation<\/a>.<br><span style=\"background-color: transparent\"><br><b><i>Republican School Voucher Scheme Clears Senate<\/i><\/b><\/span><\/p><p>This week, Republicans sought to curry a favor to their wealthy donors by passing legislation that would provide a tax credit to wealthy individuals or corporations who effectively \u201csponsor\u201d a child\u2019s non-public school education. More simply put, these bills are about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.freep.com\/story\/news\/politics\/2021\/10\/20\/school-voucher-michigan-gop-whitmer\/8535487002\/\">expanding scho\nol vouchers, and they are unconstitutional<\/a>, as they interweave public resources for private purposes. <\/p><p>Worse, they would take hundreds of millions of public dollars from public schools and gift them to private schools. I have no issues with private schools and those who choose them \u2014 but that is a choice. Our constitution protects public education, and subsequently, our public taxpayer dollars that are intended to be used for them.  <\/p><p>A well-educated population is a must-have for all businesses and communities, but the effort passed by my Republican colleagues this week is merely another DeVos-backed attempt to privatize education. These bills would provide high-quality education for the wealthy while stripping the state of the vital funds needed to provide a high-quality education for ALL our children. I voted no on this legislation. <\/p><p><br><\/p><p><b>MDHHS RECOMMENDS BEST PRACTICES TO SAFELY CELEBRATE HALLOWEEN <\/b><\/p><p>To keep Halloween a safe and fun holiday, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) is offering tips and tricks to keep loved ones safe and to prevent the spread of COVID-19. <\/p><p><b><i>Tips for trick-or-treaters and parents: <\/i><\/b><\/p><p><\/p><ul><li>Talk with children about Halloween safety and expectations.  <\/li><li>Stay outdoors for activities, particularly if participants are not vaccinated. <\/li><li>Trick or treat in small groups. <\/li><li>Avoid congregating in groups around houses. <\/li><li>If indoors or in crowded outdoor settings, wear a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.michigan.gov\/documents\/coronavirus\/MDHHS_Face_Mask_Recommendations_5.20.21_725941_7.pdf\">face mask covering<\/a> both mouth and nose (a costume mask is not a substitute for a cloth mask).  <\/li><li>Do not wear a costume mask over a protective cloth mask if wearing both causes difficulty breathing. Instead, consider using a Halloween-themed cloth mask. <\/li><\/ul><p><\/p><p><b><i>Tips for homeowners to consider: <\/i><\/b><\/p><p><\/p><ul><li>Distribute candy on a table to eliminate direct contact. <\/li><li>Consider handing out candy in an open space where distancing is possible, rather than from the front door. <\/li><li>Consider a neighborhood costume parade; it is an easy way to keep safe space between children. <\/li><\/ul><p><\/p><p>Tips for all persons include getting the COVID-19 vaccine if you are eligible (ages 12 and over), staying home if you are sick, wearing a mask that covers both the mouth and nose, washing hands often and\/or using hand sanitizer containing at least 60% alcohol, and coughing or sneezing into your elbow. <\/p><p><br><\/p><p><b>DIRECTIVE TO EXPEDITE DISTRIBUTION OF COVID-19 VACCINES TO KIDS <\/b><\/p><p>On Tuesday, Oct. 26, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed an executive directive, requiring that state departments and agencies expedite the ordering and distribution of the Pfizer-BioNTech pediatric coronavirus vaccinations to protect younger Michiganders between the ages of 5 to 11 years old, and to ensure that students could continue in-person learning in a safe environment this year.   <\/p><p>The Food and Drug Administration\u2019s Vaccines and Related Biological Products Advisory Committee (VRBPAC) met on Oct. 26 to discuss emergency use authorization of the safe and effective COVID-19 vaccine for children. After this meeting, the VRBPAC issued their recommendation to the Center for Disease Control's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP), which is scheduled to meet Nov. 2-3 to review data and recommendations. ACIP is anticipated to issue a recommendation, which will go to the CDC for final approval of the emergency use authorization.  <\/p><p>Based on data provided by Pfizer, the vaccine was shown to be nearly 91% effective during the trial at preventing symptomatic disease from COVID-19 in the age group. The directive also requires the State of Michigan to regularly report the proportion of children ages 5 to 11 who have received a COVID-19 vaccine. To date, nearly 69% of Michiganders 16 years or older and 66.9% of Michiganders 12 years or older have received at least their first dose of one of the three safe, effective vaccines. <\/p><p><br><\/p><p><b>MDHHS URGES RESIDENTS TO GET FLU VACCINE DURING UPCOMING SEASON <\/b><\/p><p>The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) is urging Michiganders to get their flu vaccine as soon as possible to protect themselves and their communities from flu especially while continuing to battle COVID-19.  <\/p><p>Getting a flu vaccine is critical this season because flu viruses and the virus that causes COVID-19 will likely be spreading simultaneously. Importantly, residents can get their COVID-19 vaccine at the same time as their flu vaccine. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/coronavirus\/2019-ncov\/need-extra-precautions\/index.html\">According to the CDC<\/a>, those who are at higher risk for contracting flu are also at a higher risk for contracting COVID-19. Vaccinations for both COVID-19 and the flu are safe, effective strategies to protect ourselves and our communities from illness. <\/p><p>Last flu season, approximately 3.5 million people in Michigan received a flu vaccine as reported to the Michigan Care Improvement Registry (MCIR). The state has set a goal of vaccinating a total of 4 million Michiganders for the 2021-2022 flu season. <\/p><p>Flu vaccines are available now at local health departments, physician offices and pharmacies around the state. Find a location near you using the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vaccines.gov\/find-vaccines\/\">Vaccine Finder<\/a>. Visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.michigan.gov\/flu\">Michigan.gov\/flu<\/a> for more information or visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ivaccinate.org\/\">IVaccinate.org<\/a> to find answers to your vaccine questions. <\/p><p><br><\/p><p><b>ELECTION DAY IS NEXT WEEK \u2013 DROP YOUR BALLOTS OFF <\/b><\/p><p>The Michigan Secretary of State is encouraging voters to return their absentee ballots to their clerks or local drop box to avoid possible postal delays and ensure your vote is counted. Absentee ballots must be received by the voter\u2019s city or township clerk by 8 p.m. on Election Day, Nov. 2, to be counted. <\/p><p>Voters can find the locations of their clerk offices and ballot drop boxes at <a href=\"http:\/\/michigan.gov\/vote\">Michigan.gov\/Vote<\/a>. They can also track their ballot on the website to ensure it is received by their clerk <\/p><p>Registered voters who do not yet have an absentee ballot can visit their local clerk\u2019s office to request, complete and submit one all in one trip prior to 4 p.m. on Nov. 1. Eligible citizens who have not yet registered can also do so at their clerk\u2019s office and then request and vote an absentee ballot in one trip through 8 p.m. on Election Day. <\/p><p>Clerk\u2019s offices are required to be open for eight hours the weekend before every election. 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