{"id":7270,"date":"2025-06-14T09:15:00","date_gmt":"2025-06-14T13:15:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/senatedems.com\/polehanki\/?p=7270"},"modified":"2025-06-13T15:47:07","modified_gmt":"2025-06-13T19:47:07","slug":"district-5-legislative-community-updates-12","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dev.senatedems.com\/polehanki\/2025\/06\/14\/district-5-legislative-community-updates-12\/","title":{"rendered":"District 5 Legislative &amp; Community Updates"},"content":{"rendered":"\n[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][et_pb_column _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/senatedems.com\/polehanki\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2024\/09\/Polehanki_EmailBanner.png&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221; alt=&#8221;Polehanki Email Banner&#8221; title_text=&#8221;Polehanki_EmailBanner&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][et_pb_column _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<p class=\"Paragraph SCXW134639704 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"windowtext\"><span data-contrast=\"none\" class=\"TextRun SCXW134639704 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW134639704 BCX0\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"normaltextrun\" data-ccp-charstyle-defn=\"{&quot;ObjectId&quot;:&quot;ac0262f4-8a9e-5820-b908-2d943c5f7113|1&quot;,&quot;ClassId&quot;:1073872969,&quot;Properties&quot;:[201342446,&quot;1&quot;,201342447,&quot;5&quot;,201342448,&quot;3&quot;,201342449,&quot;1&quot;,469777841,&quot;Aptos&quot;,469777842,&quot;Arial&quot;,469777843,&quot;\uff2d\uff33 \u660e\u671d&quot;,469777844,&quot;Aptos&quot;,201341986,&quot;1&quot;,469769226,&quot;Aptos,Arial,\uff2d\uff33 \u660e\u671d&quot;,268442635,&quot;22&quot;,469775450,&quot;normaltextrun&quot;,201340122,&quot;1&quot;,134233614,&quot;true&quot;,469778129,&quot;normaltextrun&quot;,335572020,&quot;1&quot;,469778324,&quot;Default Paragraph Font&quot;]}\">Dear Neighbor,<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph SCXW134639704 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"windowtext\"><span><span data-contrast=\"none\" class=\"TextRun SCXW134639704 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW134639704 BCX0\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"normaltextrun\" data-ccp-charstyle-defn=\"{&quot;ObjectId&quot;:&quot;ac0262f4-8a9e-5820-b908-2d943c5f7113|1&quot;,&quot;ClassId&quot;:1073872969,&quot;Properties&quot;:[201342446,&quot;1&quot;,201342447,&quot;5&quot;,201342448,&quot;3&quot;,201342449,&quot;1&quot;,469777841,&quot;Aptos&quot;,469777842,&quot;Arial&quot;,469777843,&quot;\uff2d\uff33 \u660e\u671d&quot;,469777844,&quot;Aptos&quot;,201341986,&quot;1&quot;,469769226,&quot;Aptos,Arial,\uff2d\uff33 \u660e\u671d&quot;,268442635,&quot;22&quot;,469775450,&quot;normaltextrun&quot;,201340122,&quot;1&quot;,134233614,&quot;true&quot;,469778129,&quot;normaltextrun&quot;,335572020,&quot;1&quot;,469778324,&quot;Default Paragraph Font&quot;]}\"><\/span><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\" class=\"TextRun SCXW134639704 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(14, 16, 26)\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW134639704 BCX0\">I hope <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW134639704 BCX0\">you&#8217;re<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW134639704 BCX0\"> soaking up the sunshine and enjoying the warm weather as we wrap up the final weeks of spring. I <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW134639704 BCX0\">also <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW134639704 BCX0\">hope <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW134639704 BCX0\">you&#8217;re<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW134639704 BCX0\"> all as excited as I am <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW134639704 BCX0\">for<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW134639704 BCX0\"> the fun summer <\/span><\/span><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"Hyperlink SCXW134639704 BCX0\" href=\"https:\/\/go.sparkpostmail.com\/f\/a\/3nQ79DfcMoQJLHYdozFI2A~~\/AAS2yhA~\/_tDBFiDp-kvjGhqZHQVOeM6VPgSQtmniipXq7OEhA6AmiFWMGOdrG-8JkXcd7cY-zSwRdHejWm8yXH6X_yqZU2Azbzz8q0J5Gb0AMttalq1GcLuCvgAt6y9S9Q-9K6jVh9iRPN5M2kuIRkXMSpKaKg~~\" target=\"_blank\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(70, 120, 134)\" title=\"https:\/\/go.sparkpostmail.com\/f\/a\/3nQ79DfcMoQJLHYdozFI2A~~\/AAS2yhA~\/_tDBFiDp-kvjGhqZHQVOeM6VPgSQtmniipXq7OEhA6AmiFWMGOdrG-8JkXcd7cY-zSwRdHejWm8yXH6X_yqZU2Azbzz8q0J5Gb0AMttalq1GcLuCvgAt6y9S9Q-9K6jVh9iRPN5M2kuIRkXMSpKaKg~~\" data-outlook-id=\"e1de530e-bc49-421f-bfa1-a64a4b25a1f3\"><span data-contrast=\"none\" class=\"TextRun Underlined SCXW134639704 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW134639704 BCX0\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">activites<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW134639704 BCX0\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\"> our great state has to offer<\/span><\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\" class=\"TextRun SCXW134639704 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(14, 16, 26)\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW134639704 BCX0\">. As we celebrate Pride this June, I want to take a moment to acknowledge the importance of this <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW134639704 BCX0\">month<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW134639704 BCX0\">. While it may not feel as festive as in previous years, remember that Michigan is a place where everyone can feel safe being themselves and lo<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW134639704 BCX0\">ving<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW134639704 BCX0\"> who they love!<\/span><\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph SCXW134639704 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"windowtext\"><span data-contrast=\"none\" class=\"TextRun SCXW134639704 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"windowtext\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW134639704 BCX0\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"normaltextrun\">In this newsletter, read more about how our budget will support you and your family, as well as catch up on the other actions <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW134639704 BCX0\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"normaltextrun\">we\u2019ve<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW134639704 BCX0\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"normaltextrun\"> taken to support Michigan veterans and seniors.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph SCXW134639704 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"windowtext\"><span><span data-contrast=\"none\" class=\"TextRun SCXW134639704 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"windowtext\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW134639704 BCX0\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"normaltextrun\">As always, please feel free to reach out to share your thoughts or seek <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW134639704 BCX0\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"normaltextrun\">assistance<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW134639704 BCX0\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"normaltextrun\"> with any challenges you may be facing with state departments. You can email us at <\/span><\/span><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"Hyperlink SCXW134639704 BCX0\" href=\"mailto:SenDPolehanki@senate.michigan.gov\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"mailto:SenDPolehanki@senate.michigan.gov\" data-outlook-id=\"ec8793de-6c06-4d17-8aec-a906677e3312\"><span data-contrast=\"none\" class=\"TextRun Underlined SCXW134639704 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(70, 120, 134)\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW134639704 BCX0\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">SenDPolehanki@senate.michigan.gov<\/span><\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\" class=\"TextRun SCXW134639704 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"windowtext\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW134639704 BCX0\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"normaltextrun\"> or call 517-373-7350.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph SCXW134639704 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"windowtext\"><span><span data-contrast=\"none\" class=\"TextRun SCXW134639704 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"windowtext\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW134639704 BCX0\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"normaltextrun\"><\/span><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\" class=\"TextRun SCXW134639704 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"windowtext\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW134639704 BCX0\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"normaltextrun\">Sincerely,<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/senatedems.com\/polehanki\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2023\/02\/Polehanki_sig.jpeg&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221; alt=&#8221;Senator Polehanki signature&#8221; title_text=&#8221;Polehanki_sig&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<p><strong><span data-contrast=\"none\">Dayna Polehanki<br \/><\/span><\/strong><span data-contrast=\"none\">State Senator<br \/><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">District 5<\/span><\/p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][et_pb_column _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/senatedems.com\/polehanki\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2024\/11\/EnewsHeaders_Recent-Highlights.png&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221; alt=&#8221;If you&#8217;re in a rush&#8230; recent highlights&#8221; title_text=&#8221;EnewsHeaders_Recent Highlights&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][et_pb_column _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<ul>\n<li class=\"Paragraph SCXW3960898 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"windowtext\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\" class=\"TextRun SCXW3960898 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW3960898 BCX0\">In honor of Gun Violence <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW3960898 BCX0\">Awareness<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW3960898 BCX0\"> Month, read on to learn <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW3960898 BCX0\">how Senate Democrats are continuing to advance commonsense gun safety legislation to ensure Michigan\u2019s classrooms, communities, and everywhere in between are safe from <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW3960898 BCX0\">the threat of gun violence.\n<p><\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"Paragraph SCXW3960898 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"windowtext\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW3960898 BCX0\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"normaltextrun\" data-ccp-charstyle-defn=\"{&quot;ObjectId&quot;:&quot;ac0262f4-8a9e-5820-b908-2d943c5f7113|1&quot;,&quot;ClassId&quot;:1073872969,&quot;Properties&quot;:[201342446,&quot;1&quot;,201342447,&quot;5&quot;,201342448,&quot;3&quot;,201342449,&quot;1&quot;,469777841,&quot;Aptos&quot;,469777842,&quot;Arial&quot;,469777843,&quot;\uff2d\uff33 \u660e\u671d&quot;,469777844,&quot;Aptos&quot;,201341986,&quot;1&quot;,469769226,&quot;Aptos,Arial,\uff2d\uff33 \u660e\u671d&quot;,268442635,&quot;22&quot;,469775450,&quot;normaltextrun&quot;,201340122,&quot;1&quot;,134233614,&quot;true&quot;,469778129,&quot;normaltextrun&quot;,335572020,&quot;1&quot;,469778324,&quot;Default Paragraph Font&quot;]}\">Please join me for an upcoming Community Conversation on Friday, July 18 at the Madonna University Welcome Center. Read on for more information.\n<p><\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"Paragraph SCXW3960898 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"windowtext\"><span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW3960898 BCX0\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"normaltextrun\">Michiganders are urged to be aware of the newest <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW3960898 BCX0\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"normaltextrun\">scam<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW3960898 BCX0\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"normaltextrun\"> facing drivers, which includes an imposter government website that mimics the Michigan Dept. of Transportation\u2019s official site but carries a different URL address. <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW3960898 BCX0\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"normaltextrun\">To stay safe, please remember that <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW3960898 BCX0\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"normaltextrun\">Michigan <\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\" class=\"TextRun SCXW3960898 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW3960898 BCX0\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"normaltextrun\">does not<\/span><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\" class=\"TextRun SCXW3960898 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW3960898 BCX0\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"normaltextrun\"> have toll roads and will never <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW3960898 BCX0\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"normaltextrun\">solicit<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW3960898 BCX0\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"normaltextrun\">payment via text or include threatening verbiage to avoid late fees or harsher penalties.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW3960898 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][et_pb_column _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; 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sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<p class=\"Paragraph SCXW100765907 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"windowtext\"><span><span data-contrast=\"none\" class=\"TextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\"><strong>A Snapshot of Legislative Activity at the Capitol<\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph SCXW100765907 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"windowtext\"><span><span data-contrast=\"none\" class=\"TextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">Along with\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\"><a rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/go.sparkpostmail.com\/f\/a\/89Qg-WaLErIZ6ykhmeqzvA~~\/AAS2yhA~\/nhOqGABGchMeDveR1qRcViqGuyO0u7Bh8ib0kNDRKhIH0WMKETuwuSZS6r-WCp3F9YyNKID4qfbXQcvRC2TjBE1Utjn6Zw3qxqKSMUb0YRPBlkwcsGMhQkn-nlO8HUHeSxnO-XA11EEBW9U_DfwzykKeK6WxWUFkDt6Rmu1RYPEIa7xF_N5Qr1MdR6WjFxwiZYmNZgDOZmtNqbQiMwqoT9Uzm_RFY1ZNDEtKixpQCv3kdMVaFpF1jBZL9FP69SqHN1tAibDSE17-03iUZp62YE36kzwcuQUhowx5DAlN7GhTXNNWROomLF7NkFwTWW9SdidvlrPiz116pws4tyYRxKrBTD9gx2LFx3tqZ1vifrTTPtk1MMUEC1wyflrNHKRf4mhsiY6RmaV_rdO5iesU6A~~\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"https:\/\/go.sparkpostmail.com\/f\/a\/89Qg-WaLErIZ6ykhmeqzvA~~\/AAS2yhA~\/nhOqGABGchMeDveR1qRcViqGuyO0u7Bh8ib0kNDRKhIH0WMKETuwuSZS6r-WCp3F9YyNKID4qfbXQcvRC2TjBE1Utjn6Zw3qxqKSMUb0YRPBlkwcsGMhQkn-nlO8HUHeSxnO-XA11EEBW9U_DfwzykKeK6WxWUFkDt6Rmu1RYPEIa7xF_N5Qr1MdR6WjFxwiZYmNZgDOZmtNqbQiMwqoT9Uzm_RFY1ZNDEtKixpQCv3kdMVaFpF1jBZL9FP69SqHN1tAibDSE17-03iUZp62YE36kzwcuQUhowx5DAlN7GhTXNNWROomLF7NkFwTWW9SdidvlrPiz116pws4tyYRxKrBTD9gx2LFx3tqZ1vifrTTPtk1MMUEC1wyflrNHKRf4mhsiY6RmaV_rdO5iesU6A~~\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(70, 120, 135)\" data-outlook-id=\"14df94e7-fed9-4e4d-88f4-f0f519762a0f\">recently passing a bold budget plan for 2026<\/a>, Senate Democrats have been working hard to advance critical pieces of legislation to safeguard our environment and bolster protections for Michigan consumers<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph SCXW100765907 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"windowtext\"><span><span data-contrast=\"none\" class=\"TextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\"><\/span><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\" class=\"TextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\"><\/span><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\" class=\"TextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\"><\/span><\/span><\/span><span><span data-contrast=\"none\" class=\"TextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"windowtext\"><em><strong><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">Hold<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">ing<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\"> <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">Polluter<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">s Accountable<\/span><\/strong><\/em><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\"> <\/span><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\" class=\"TextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"windowtext\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">\u2014<\/span><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\" class=\"TextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"windowtext\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\"> <\/span><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\" class=\"TextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"windowtext\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">Another large-scale <\/span><\/span><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"Hyperlink SCXW100765907 BCX0\" href=\"https:\/\/go.sparkpostmail.com\/f\/a\/95fL3oNl6gmojJm7DcWHRQ~~\/AAS2yhA~\/sHcqGjDsv3Fm5M4HzCDjqW7x7vYN2EHheS6pjkDd6sY4NHRs3tj1s8lgRsGckhbyjC8Do1PRV7_wZDb-YYZR6tpxn6OpjAs2A4ghFr6Tl5fZLIX503Q3cIb3RfONQ34T1hdObc1vOH5U9DoBbGvTaDRFW-RMBaJ0xfYMFqkpsmAoJhB90-6iGVPn1jcQuEka\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"https:\/\/go.sparkpostmail.com\/f\/a\/95fL3oNl6gmojJm7DcWHRQ~~\/AAS2yhA~\/sHcqGjDsv3Fm5M4HzCDjqW7x7vYN2EHheS6pjkDd6sY4NHRs3tj1s8lgRsGckhbyjC8Do1PRV7_wZDb-YYZR6tpxn6OpjAs2A4ghFr6Tl5fZLIX503Q3cIb3RfONQ34T1hdObc1vOH5U9DoBbGvTaDRFW-RMBaJ0xfYMFqkpsmAoJhB90-6iGVPn1jcQuEka\" data-outlook-id=\"4783a5b7-e183-42f6-99e5-c8ef89f534b3\"><span data-contrast=\"none\" class=\"TextRun Underlined SCXW100765907 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(70, 120, 134)\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">legislative package introduced this week <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">would<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\"> <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">protect public health and our environment<\/span><\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\" class=\"TextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"windowtext\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\"> by strengthening Michigan\u2019s pollution <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">clean-up<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\"> laws. Sponsored by Sens. Irwin,<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\"> Chang, Moss, McMorrow, Shink, and McCann<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">, this legislation would<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\"> <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">hold<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\"> polluters accountable <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">by <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">requiring more thorough cleanups as well as empowering those harmed by <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">pollution to seek justice.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph SCXW100765907 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"windowtext\"><span><span data-contrast=\"none\" class=\"TextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"windowtext\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\"><\/span><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\" class=\"TextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"windowtext\"><em><strong><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">Protecting<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\"> <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">Michigan <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">Consumer<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">s<\/span><\/strong><\/em><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\"> <\/span><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\" class=\"TextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"windowtext\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">\u2014 <\/span><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\" class=\"TextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"windowtext\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">L<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">ong overdue legislation<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\"> to restore power to the Michigan Consumer Protection Act <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">by <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">equip<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">ping<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\"> the Attorney General to hold bad actors and businesses accountable <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">passed the<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\"> Senate floor this week<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">. <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">Sponsored by Sen. Singh, Senate Bill 134 <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">would also enhance <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">education efforts to reduce <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">scams<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\"> as well as strengthen penalties for violations against elderly and vulnerable adults.<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\"> <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">And, to protect Michigan consumers from disruptive, deceptive telephone solicitation tactics, <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">t<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">he<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\"> <\/span><\/span><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"Hyperlink SCXW100765907 BCX0\" href=\"https:\/\/go.sparkpostmail.com\/f\/a\/ezDcg9hAdIEQ8vxujGXBig~~\/AAS2yhA~\/Z59cJhNSrC040nOcw8QwWc6noXa7_lBxZ8EY3h3HRHWrOW_RXcZA6jR3YF0ox5EXbxxVsW9YOim7ZQd-uJC2SHhjkxSFh8EnliYozpxRUAEBIxLy75ZszffLrJfBde_atHUDpbStvMDvze3SgJrVk8lCqb6BqH-0Ogt6xMXuwUSXvKfzGnYndtjTqLc12Oik\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"https:\/\/go.sparkpostmail.com\/f\/a\/ezDcg9hAdIEQ8vxujGXBig~~\/AAS2yhA~\/Z59cJhNSrC040nOcw8QwWc6noXa7_lBxZ8EY3h3HRHWrOW_RXcZA6jR3YF0ox5EXbxxVsW9YOim7ZQd-uJC2SHhjkxSFh8EnliYozpxRUAEBIxLy75ZszffLrJfBde_atHUDpbStvMDvze3SgJrVk8lCqb6BqH-0Ogt6xMXuwUSXvKfzGnYndtjTqLc12Oik\" data-outlook-id=\"2fba09a1-40aa-41b0-83d1-a45a4b465ad1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\" class=\"TextRun Underlined SCXW100765907 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(70, 120, 134)\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">Telephone Solicitation Act<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\"> was introduced last week<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">.<\/span><\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\" class=\"TextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"windowtext\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\"> Sponsored<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\"> by Sens. <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">Cavanagh, Anthony, Moss, Victory<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">,<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\"> and McBroom,<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\"> this bipartisan bill package <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">would prohibit telephone solicitors from engaging in misleading, exploitative business practices and grant the Attorney General the authority to act against violators.<\/span><\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph SCXW100765907 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"windowtext\">\n<p class=\"Paragraph SCXW100765907 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"windowtext\"><span><strong>Gun Violence Prevention<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph SCXW100765907 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"windowtext\"><span><span data-contrast=\"none\" class=\"TextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">Every June, we recognize <\/span><\/span><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"Hyperlink SCXW100765907 BCX0\" href=\"https:\/\/go.sparkpostmail.com\/f\/a\/YximrXUyGeHdmbt-xA03gg~~\/AAS2yhA~\/7CeDxT1VaBWZRu0PMM8YEmeBv1CCpoX3QCfSol3R9AEvmPJPY6XWLa8jWrzIKsLbtp49fFoBFPV-wYChsfkdPYskqkuXhpRYWvHOACFUFi-k4Vh30UyO7vpuMDp8EPuUmDlm8asyiMz37G_MBiNKojdnTyw_t-cPpkVA30c-C9wb4XMb45K3JWgXz_0EnVTL\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"https:\/\/go.sparkpostmail.com\/f\/a\/YximrXUyGeHdmbt-xA03gg~~\/AAS2yhA~\/7CeDxT1VaBWZRu0PMM8YEmeBv1CCpoX3QCfSol3R9AEvmPJPY6XWLa8jWrzIKsLbtp49fFoBFPV-wYChsfkdPYskqkuXhpRYWvHOACFUFi-k4Vh30UyO7vpuMDp8EPuUmDlm8asyiMz37G_MBiNKojdnTyw_t-cPpkVA30c-C9wb4XMb45K3JWgXz_0EnVTL\" data-outlook-id=\"2b761fbe-5970-490d-8048-a0d776eb5951\"><span data-contrast=\"none\" class=\"TextRun Underlined SCXW100765907 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(70, 120, 134)\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">National Gun Violence Awareness Month<\/span><\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\" class=\"TextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\"> to honor communities shattered by gun violence and raise awareness of this growing issue. During this month, people across the country also wear orange to commemorate the life of 15-year-old Hadiya Pendleton, who was shot and killed on a playground in 2013 just one week after she performed with her high school marching band at <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">former <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">President Barack Obama\u2019s second inauguration.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph SCXW100765907 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"windowtext\"><span data-contrast=\"none\" class=\"TextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"windowtext\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">In response to ongoing public calls to address gun violence and mass shootings in Michigan, the Senate is continuing to <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">prioritize<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\"> the safety of Michiganders by advancing commonsense gun reform. Several <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">pieces of legislation <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">focused on reducing gun violence in our state passed out of committee <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">last<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\"> week<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">:<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"Paragraph SCXW100765907 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"windowtext\"><span><span data-contrast=\"none\" class=\"TextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"windowtext\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">I championed legislation that would p<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">rohibit the manufacture, sale, or possession of bump stocks <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">\u2014 <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">S<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">enate Bill <\/span><\/span><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"Hyperlink SCXW100765907 BCX0\" href=\"https:\/\/go.sparkpostmail.com\/f\/a\/PpUmYUxEAdD1O_MbhoBz5Q~~\/AAS2yhA~\/1HIG1Oda0V7y3k16W4_VNDZggTlq2vPctAq5A5R_s1UTPwOijfP1hyFVbHH7ojwbQFQxW5HwbDzquWDHXCTJ-y5F1rKYpur58E7iMPLksaxz8LI8YxyeBskm0b_o1qoI72xlwE31jwdJzQNabWFQf_YH6yT057FuGmTUvGpbGN0~\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"https:\/\/go.sparkpostmail.com\/f\/a\/PpUmYUxEAdD1O_MbhoBz5Q~~\/AAS2yhA~\/1HIG1Oda0V7y3k16W4_VNDZggTlq2vPctAq5A5R_s1UTPwOijfP1hyFVbHH7ojwbQFQxW5HwbDzquWDHXCTJ-y5F1rKYpur58E7iMPLksaxz8LI8YxyeBskm0b_o1qoI72xlwE31jwdJzQNabWFQf_YH6yT057FuGmTUvGpbGN0~\" data-outlook-id=\"ff4c4f5d-8f9c-4d01-aeb8-5ff74a43709b\"><span data-contrast=\"none\" class=\"TextRun Underlined SCXW100765907 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(70, 120, 134)\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">224<\/span><\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\" class=\"TextRun EmptyTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"windowtext\"><\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"Paragraph SCXW100765907 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"windowtext\"><span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">I <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">sponsored <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">legislation alongside my colleague, Sen. Bayer, that prohibits <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">an individual from <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">possessing<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\"> a firearm in the Capitol, the Binsfeld Building, and the Anderson Building <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">\u2014 Sen<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">a<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">te Bills <\/span><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"Hyperlink SCXW100765907 BCX0\" href=\"https:\/\/go.sparkpostmail.com\/f\/a\/YLg3I6Z8IjyaZAOv0ncJTQ~~\/AAS2yhA~\/1HIG1Oda0V7y3k16W4_VNDZggTlq2vPctAq5A5R_s1UTPwOijfP1hyFVbHH7ojwbQFQxW5HwbDzquWDHXCTJ-4wTNFiLwIyrPsEQFqt4YPaq_8BEXP65tddP5qilFpDdMh_cHa2tAgbbs-1DuvHwXijO4NRtOpSlrm05EdXhQto~\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"https:\/\/go.sparkpostmail.com\/f\/a\/YLg3I6Z8IjyaZAOv0ncJTQ~~\/AAS2yhA~\/1HIG1Oda0V7y3k16W4_VNDZggTlq2vPctAq5A5R_s1UTPwOijfP1hyFVbHH7ojwbQFQxW5HwbDzquWDHXCTJ-4wTNFiLwIyrPsEQFqt4YPaq_8BEXP65tddP5qilFpDdMh_cHa2tAgbbs-1DuvHwXijO4NRtOpSlrm05EdXhQto~\" data-outlook-id=\"272847c8-d481-45df-ade9-8ed8977c9f43\"><span data-contrast=\"none\" class=\"TextRun Underlined SCXW100765907 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(70, 120, 134)\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">225<\/span><\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\" class=\"TextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\"> &amp; <\/span><\/span><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"Hyperlink SCXW100765907 BCX0\" href=\"https:\/\/go.sparkpostmail.com\/f\/a\/XhH9b5UlXjaEEZ0jyxH5wg~~\/AAS2yhA~\/1HIG1Oda0V7y3k16W4_VNDZggTlq2vPctAq5A5R_s1UTPwOijfP1hyFVbHH7ojwbQFQxW5HwbDzquWDHXCTJ-2RbDgiwoM00gw9cl4u5RxDVPLSvZIUERFxLhe3OpOsw62crUIc7Eh8w3njPU0j5rUOFQOCHIJvsY0KtdDHVjdE~\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"https:\/\/go.sparkpostmail.com\/f\/a\/XhH9b5UlXjaEEZ0jyxH5wg~~\/AAS2yhA~\/1HIG1Oda0V7y3k16W4_VNDZggTlq2vPctAq5A5R_s1UTPwOijfP1hyFVbHH7ojwbQFQxW5HwbDzquWDHXCTJ-2RbDgiwoM00gw9cl4u5RxDVPLSvZIUERFxLhe3OpOsw62crUIc7Eh8w3njPU0j5rUOFQOCHIJvsY0KtdDHVjdE~\" data-outlook-id=\"9820fff5-c359-4004-bc42-3ff5b406bb9b\"><span data-contrast=\"none\" class=\"TextRun Underlined SCXW100765907 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(70, 120, 134)\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">226<\/span><\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\" class=\"TextRun EmptyTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\"><\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"Paragraph SCXW100765907 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"windowtext\"><span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">Sen. McMorrow <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">sponsored a bill that addresses g<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">host guns, or guns without serial numbers, and updates state law to make it illegal to make, assemble, import, sell, <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">possess<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">, etc. a ghost gun <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">\u2014 Senate Bill<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">s<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\"> <\/span><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"Hyperlink SCXW100765907 BCX0\" href=\"https:\/\/go.sparkpostmail.com\/f\/a\/zJQNiHEkKeH5CpD4Ttpqsg~~\/AAS2yhA~\/1HIG1Oda0V7y3k16W4_VNDZggTlq2vPctAq5A5R_s1UTPwOijfP1hyFVbHH7ojwbQFQxW5HwbDzquWDHXCTJ-7bjuP4LNxQiKc1rMLtxqtUiReK9MXx96SjMDb9wV74rzitcssdFOonY0ZgARDGwuLRAn0gHOLA-BcY3WgpquYE~\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"https:\/\/go.sparkpostmail.com\/f\/a\/zJQNiHEkKeH5CpD4Ttpqsg~~\/AAS2yhA~\/1HIG1Oda0V7y3k16W4_VNDZggTlq2vPctAq5A5R_s1UTPwOijfP1hyFVbHH7ojwbQFQxW5HwbDzquWDHXCTJ-7bjuP4LNxQiKc1rMLtxqtUiReK9MXx96SjMDb9wV74rzitcssdFOonY0ZgARDGwuLRAn0gHOLA-BcY3WgpquYE~\" data-outlook-id=\"cd5e6cd7-8060-481c-a21d-4cbf00354b1d\"><span data-contrast=\"none\" class=\"TextRun Underlined SCXW100765907 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(70, 120, 134)\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">331<\/span><\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\" class=\"TextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\"> &amp; <\/span><\/span><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"Hyperlink SCXW100765907 BCX0\" href=\"https:\/\/go.sparkpostmail.com\/f\/a\/FeHEgkIu7U16Bv37F8hIXA~~\/AAS2yhA~\/1HIG1Oda0V7y3k16W4_VNDZggTlq2vPctAq5A5R_s1UTPwOijfP1hyFVbHH7ojwbQFQxW5HwbDzquWDHXCTJ-34d_fQ2uYCk2Lm7Hw-Srm8fUqFXLVjVRebqkdlLh7qQG54QgZ1rTdN5FfPDUFNq7ubi8K9ZhAQ_7mdlvR1Az_A~\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"https:\/\/go.sparkpostmail.com\/f\/a\/FeHEgkIu7U16Bv37F8hIXA~~\/AAS2yhA~\/1HIG1Oda0V7y3k16W4_VNDZggTlq2vPctAq5A5R_s1UTPwOijfP1hyFVbHH7ojwbQFQxW5HwbDzquWDHXCTJ-34d_fQ2uYCk2Lm7Hw-Srm8fUqFXLVjVRebqkdlLh7qQG54QgZ1rTdN5FfPDUFNq7ubi8K9ZhAQ_7mdlvR1Az_A~\" data-outlook-id=\"047adf09-9632-494e-b3a4-9f737d13469a\"><span data-contrast=\"none\" class=\"TextRun Underlined SCXW100765907 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(70, 120, 134)\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">332<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">This legislation builds on <\/span><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"Hyperlink SCXW100765907 BCX0\" href=\"https:\/\/go.sparkpostmail.com\/f\/a\/5du6md81hAnoyUfL09LuOQ~~\/AAS2yhA~\/U7vTaloZyYrElOwZDncR-rWkrdSPe2mtzc9hhGmUKwPuw1wzrUZ4KfQZpBlf3kjV0ar0pv3O6h6no12X5AwGi-DaGZhddBpAu-qLiKAW4FpEnSpJdw8fsWOheGDrQ6OJrWOB9eHdIDOB25HNiSSOPKWb12HMBkKJRzev-bjUQNA~\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"https:\/\/go.sparkpostmail.com\/f\/a\/5du6md81hAnoyUfL09LuOQ~~\/AAS2yhA~\/U7vTaloZyYrElOwZDncR-rWkrdSPe2mtzc9hhGmUKwPuw1wzrUZ4KfQZpBlf3kjV0ar0pv3O6h6no12X5AwGi-DaGZhddBpAu-qLiKAW4FpEnSpJdw8fsWOheGDrQ6OJrWOB9eHdIDOB25HNiSSOPKWb12HMBkKJRzev-bjUQNA~\" data-outlook-id=\"1a1db8ba-806f-433f-92e0-5e510e5da420\"><span data-contrast=\"none\" class=\"TextRun Underlined SCXW100765907 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(70, 120, 134)\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">previous efforts<\/span><\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\" class=\"TextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"windowtext\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\"> the Senate has already taken to reduce gun violence in Michigan, including:<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\" class=\"TextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"windowtext\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">Requir<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">ing<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\"> universal background checks to close the private sale <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">loophole<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">;<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">Creat<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">ing<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\"> child <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">access protection<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\"> laws to keep legal firearms safely and securely stored and out of the hands of children and teens; and<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">Allow<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">ing<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\"> a court to issue an \u201cExtreme Risk Protection Order\u201d (ERPO) to temporarily intervene to suspend a person\u2019s access to firearms if they show clear warning signs of violence and pose an immediate threat to themselves or others.<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">This month and going forward, m<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">y colleagues and I remain fully committed to advancing meaningful, life-saving policies that protect our communities and ensure a safer community for all Michiganders.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span><strong><span data-contrast=\"none\" class=\"TextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(14, 16, 26)\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">Senate Hearing Highlights Risks of Proposed Medicaid Cuts<\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span><span data-contrast=\"none\" class=\"TextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(14, 16, 26)\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">Last<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\"> week, the Senate Health Policy Committee held an important hearing to <\/span><\/span><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"Hyperlink SCXW100765907 BCX0\" href=\"https:\/\/go.sparkpostmail.com\/f\/a\/eUawIoFp8z_6ckQv5aRRpA~~\/AAS2yhA~\/Ns2DkcBW5eEyTcW5HHNiVCcyCEXZ5l5iWrtXd7zHgZNUktR34E7FfIBqpuZDloiFs6Js8dDzoOVoTff7GTLu_M4lXPsbhg_KZhJhfx4uayPS3W6o8l9rIEBOss5i_4dTDzkcoIG95ZoZShKs0Ja4Kaf8dUQse57eFgadsCo01ho~\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"https:\/\/go.sparkpostmail.com\/f\/a\/eUawIoFp8z_6ckQv5aRRpA~~\/AAS2yhA~\/Ns2DkcBW5eEyTcW5HHNiVCcyCEXZ5l5iWrtXd7zHgZNUktR34E7FfIBqpuZDloiFs6Js8dDzoOVoTff7GTLu_M4lXPsbhg_KZhJhfx4uayPS3W6o8l9rIEBOss5i_4dTDzkcoIG95ZoZShKs0Ja4Kaf8dUQse57eFgadsCo01ho~\" data-outlook-id=\"c396a1df-8a23-4277-bd0e-73f55a42a369\"><span data-contrast=\"none\" class=\"TextRun Underlined SCXW100765907 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(70, 120, 134)\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">discuss the serious risks posed by proposed Medicaid cuts<\/span><\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\" class=\"TextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(14, 16, 26)\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\"> pushed by Republicans<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\"> in Washington<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">. Medical professionals, hospital leaders, and community advocates shared their concerns about how these cutbacks would harm the health and economic stability of Michigan communities.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span><span data-contrast=\"none\" class=\"TextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(14, 16, 26)\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">Medicaid is an essential program that provides health insurance to <\/span><\/span><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"Hyperlink SCXW100765907 BCX0\" href=\"https:\/\/go.sparkpostmail.com\/f\/a\/8ijF_MlrGCfEU2S40VNspA~~\/AAS2yhA~\/02hz4Lo4y4npu4TtvtRDTl8uO9KmGv4RC5WRe6KIytr094iL0qYJ2LiIPzLprtgRVbAeo1yWC-aRIxtIZH66Ex5Ur4k7urCnIGgw3LbezmlgcnYgjtm8Kqh2Dwr8yyC2BRxARFuYOmz9XYPSbHRMwO9VieS5G_OUvLEXaPAGh27bQqIqKNka3-6n544JGfzoSLbcalvpROPjhIFvxwuApQPlwrCAfcWJRK5bdbUbWI4~\" target=\"_blank\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(70, 120, 134)\" title=\"https:\/\/go.sparkpostmail.com\/f\/a\/8ijF_MlrGCfEU2S40VNspA~~\/AAS2yhA~\/02hz4Lo4y4npu4TtvtRDTl8uO9KmGv4RC5WRe6KIytr094iL0qYJ2LiIPzLprtgRVbAeo1yWC-aRIxtIZH66Ex5Ur4k7urCnIGgw3LbezmlgcnYgjtm8Kqh2Dwr8yyC2BRxARFuYOmz9XYPSbHRMwO9VieS5G_OUvLEXaPAGh27bQqIqKNka3-6n544JGfzoSLbcalvpROPjhIFvxwuApQPlwrCAfcWJRK5bdbUbWI4~\" data-outlook-id=\"1a466c32-1a2b-40ff-8f9e-d4ad1b0539f2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\" class=\"TextRun Underlined SCXW100765907 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">2.6 million Michiganders<\/span><\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\" class=\"TextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(14, 16, 26)\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">. It also supports thousands of jobs and ensures that hospitals can continue to care for everyone who needs <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2Themed SCXW100765907 BCX0\">it<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">. Despite the clear benefits Medicaid provides, President Donald Trump and Republicans in Congress are moving forward with plans to make significant cuts to <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">the program <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun AdvancedProofingIssueV2Themed SCXW100765907 BCX0\">in order to<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\"> hand over trillions of dollars in tax cuts to the nation\u2019s wealthiest individuals and corporations<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">. If these cuts go through, <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">hundreds of thousands of<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\"> Michiganders could lose their health insurance. This would not only hurt individuals and <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">families but<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\"> also drain billions from Michigan&#8217;s economy and risk forcing hospitals to downsize or shut down entirely<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\"> <\/span><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\" class=\"TextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"windowtext\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">\u2014 <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">harming those on private health<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\"> <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">insurance as well<\/span><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\" class=\"TextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(14, 16, 26)\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">.<\/span><\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><span><span data-contrast=\"none\" class=\"TextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(14, 16, 26)\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">This hearing is part of <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">larger <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">efforts by Michigan Senate Democrats to protect access to health care for our residents, including the <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">recent <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">adoption of <\/span><\/span><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"Hyperlink SCXW100765907 BCX0\" href=\"https:\/\/go.sparkpostmail.com\/f\/a\/n8HpGLEHmFllZsXJmEzrsA~~\/AAS2yhA~\/1HIG1Oda0V7y3k16W4_VNDZggTlq2vPctAq5A5R_s1UTPwOijfP1hyFVbHH7ojwbQFQxW5HwbDzquWDHXCTJ--GmbHm033rFkTMApxV_Q7N17jwiPl_Yd7JkqliWLj0hMi-bW4oJlaYCPag2Opc55-XqWrpbxuyRzHK9ZBtFOiM~\" target=\"_blank\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(70, 120, 134)\" title=\"https:\/\/go.sparkpostmail.com\/f\/a\/n8HpGLEHmFllZsXJmEzrsA~~\/AAS2yhA~\/1HIG1Oda0V7y3k16W4_VNDZggTlq2vPctAq5A5R_s1UTPwOijfP1hyFVbHH7ojwbQFQxW5HwbDzquWDHXCTJ--GmbHm033rFkTMApxV_Q7N17jwiPl_Yd7JkqliWLj0hMi-bW4oJlaYCPag2Opc55-XqWrpbxuyRzHK9ZBtFOiM~\" data-outlook-id=\"6993b085-6522-4228-861c-9bb65a195645\"><span data-contrast=\"none\" class=\"TextRun Underlined SCXW100765907 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">Senate Resolution 50<\/span><\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\" class=\"TextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(14, 16, 26)\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">. The resolution called on President Trump and the U.S. Congress to change course and reject any proposal that would strip health care access to those in need.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span><span data-contrast=\"none\" class=\"TextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(14, 16, 26)\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">You can watch a <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">recording <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">of the <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">committ<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">e<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">e hearing <\/span><\/span><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"Hyperlink SCXW100765907 BCX0\" href=\"https:\/\/go.sparkpostmail.com\/f\/a\/-rpzBh5FfwEm8iTAyXl1ew~~\/AAS2yhA~\/jIJWvv7bm6YfTdPn3FZPX_ldRxDtGG9F-RDPtxjvODNPzLWiJhJ5VhEBiibdYhcNxYDhi5Qcxh2cTWPi5uyZ--YuuxtmJ7wDGF4QuAh2vRqyyALsgpjEEa1ZkGad1qAnQQVGydZJwdl-vI5k3Q4vxB3xsmClSCZqXNgouz4pmwrntxhqWWuWw9raHlaGFX3l\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"https:\/\/go.sparkpostmail.com\/f\/a\/-rpzBh5FfwEm8iTAyXl1ew~~\/AAS2yhA~\/jIJWvv7bm6YfTdPn3FZPX_ldRxDtGG9F-RDPtxjvODNPzLWiJhJ5VhEBiibdYhcNxYDhi5Qcxh2cTWPi5uyZ--YuuxtmJ7wDGF4QuAh2vRqyyALsgpjEEa1ZkGad1qAnQQVGydZJwdl-vI5k3Q4vxB3xsmClSCZqXNgouz4pmwrntxhqWWuWw9raHlaGFX3l\" data-outlook-id=\"d393dc98-f03a-498f-9a52-be975bc1e7c9\"><span data-contrast=\"none\" class=\"TextRun Underlined SCXW100765907 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(70, 120, 134)\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">here<\/span><\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\" class=\"TextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(14, 16, 26)\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong><span data-contrast=\"none\" class=\"TextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"windowtext\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">Creating a Welcoming, Inclusive State for All During <\/span><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\" class=\"TextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(207, 0, 0)\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">P<\/span><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\" class=\"TextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">r<\/span><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\" class=\"TextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">i<\/span><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\" class=\"TextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">d<\/span><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\" class=\"TextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\">e<\/span><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\" class=\"TextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"windowtext\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW100765907 BCX0\"> Month<\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][et_pb_column _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/senatedems.com\/polehanki\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2025\/06\/PrideMnth.png&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221; alt=&#8221;Creating a Welcoming, Inclusive State for All During Pride Month&#8221; title_text=&#8221;PrideMnth&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][et_pb_column _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<p class=\"Paragraph SCXW113560199 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"windowtext\"><span data-contrast=\"none\" class=\"TextRun SCXW113560199 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW113560199 BCX0\">Michigan Senate Democrats are committed to cultivating true inclusion and belonging in Michigan \u2014 not only during <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW113560199 BCX0\">the month of June<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW113560199 BCX0\">, but every day year-round. Since taking office, our Majority for the People has worked to expand the Elliott-Larsen Civil Rights Act (ELCRA), reaffirming and expanding legal protections for the LGBTQ+ community. This effort has been 50 years in the making and will protect our LGBTQ+ family, friends, coworkers<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW113560199 BCX0\">,<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW113560199 BCX0\"> and neighbors against discrimination in employment, public accommodations<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW113560199 BCX0\">,<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW113560199 BCX0\"> and public services. It also will provide protection in educational facilities, <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW113560199 BCX0\">housing,<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW113560199 BCX0\"> and real estate.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph SCXW113560199 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"windowtext\"><span><span data-contrast=\"none\" class=\"TextRun SCXW113560199 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"windowtext\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW113560199 BCX0\">In addition to passing a resolution recognizing <\/span><\/span><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"Hyperlink SCXW113560199 BCX0\" href=\"https:\/\/go.sparkpostmail.com\/f\/a\/DngxmEWvFd66dz-0jpZNUw~~\/AAS2yhA~\/-rB6hcTznX9cVX2VDlXvBEu9cTFrVnbu72Gch6yYZEuPvjfrxgA7XA2KiZhs5WTyXXXTu0d4fqy1XQUP9rvtq74B-5GTUJ0AQRZRUO3Co4JOSatBMbg_JLNT0_rydY6AHFbHJHQiywjHZp2eKdcjFE78LuGI0EhudY30DVC5uiQ~\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"https:\/\/go.sparkpostmail.com\/f\/a\/DngxmEWvFd66dz-0jpZNUw~~\/AAS2yhA~\/-rB6hcTznX9cVX2VDlXvBEu9cTFrVnbu72Gch6yYZEuPvjfrxgA7XA2KiZhs5WTyXXXTu0d4fqy1XQUP9rvtq74B-5GTUJ0AQRZRUO3Co4JOSatBMbg_JLNT0_rydY6AHFbHJHQiywjHZp2eKdcjFE78LuGI0EhudY30DVC5uiQ~\" data-outlook-id=\"2b60aad7-e633-4f8f-9c78-69e4ff0b9c34\"><span data-contrast=\"none\" class=\"TextRun Underlined SCXW113560199 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(70, 120, 134)\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW113560199 BCX0\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">June as Pride Month<\/span><\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\" class=\"TextRun SCXW113560199 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"windowtext\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW113560199 BCX0\">, the Michigan Senate passed bills to ban the harmful practice of conversion therapy by mental health professionals.<\/span><\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph SCXW113560199 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"windowtext\"><span data-contrast=\"none\" class=\"TextRun SCXW113560199 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"windowtext\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW113560199 BCX0\">These legislative efforts are a big step forward for Michigan, but certainly not the last. <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW113560199 BCX0\">With all the uncertainty stemming from the federal level, the Senate <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW113560199 BCX0\">recognizes the continued need for education and awareness to end discrimination and prejudice and <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW113560199 BCX0\">remains<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW113560199 BCX0\"> committed to putting forth legislation that will<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW113560199 BCX0\"> continue to support the rights of every Michigander to live free<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW113560199 BCX0\">ly and authentically.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph SCXW113560199 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"windowtext\"><span><span data-contrast=\"auto\" class=\"TextRun SCXW113560199 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"windowtext\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW113560199 BCX0\">Learn about Pride events across the state and how you can celebrate this month <\/span><\/span><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"Hyperlink SCXW113560199 BCX0\" href=\"https:\/\/go.sparkpostmail.com\/f\/a\/35TRYpojadxuyZfi6DT-5A~~\/AAS2yhA~\/Z59cJhNSrC040nOcw8QwWUeKVo74XFkW2yfTFxsH7hYYummutMJyiY4g4VRGGNzNcjg_Gz9IFtx7nnugi3djNSsu9vi_yJn7ebt60a8VKv_cpz0zv_MtbvOESpjf07GT6bS2TiEPDxDZlxLIy58XBe1Jyv65C0d91jA7su0S07L6ud_RLKYLwOVScSQzOHA3\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"https:\/\/go.sparkpostmail.com\/f\/a\/35TRYpojadxuyZfi6DT-5A~~\/AAS2yhA~\/Z59cJhNSrC040nOcw8QwWUeKVo74XFkW2yfTFxsH7hYYummutMJyiY4g4VRGGNzNcjg_Gz9IFtx7nnugi3djNSsu9vi_yJn7ebt60a8VKv_cpz0zv_MtbvOESpjf07GT6bS2TiEPDxDZlxLIy58XBe1Jyv65C0d91jA7su0S07L6ud_RLKYLwOVScSQzOHA3\" data-outlook-id=\"9484ca30-2da0-470b-ab71-57f138fb507a\"><span data-contrast=\"none\" class=\"TextRun Underlined SCXW113560199 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(70, 120, 134)\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW113560199 BCX0\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">here<\/span><\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\" class=\"TextRun SCXW113560199 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"windowtext\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW113560199 BCX0\">.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; 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_module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<p><strong><span data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\">Meeting with Residents in Livonia<\/span><\/strong><\/p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][et_pb_column _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/senatedems.com\/polehanki\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2025\/06\/DoorKnocking.png&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221; alt=&#8221;Meeting with Residents in Livonia&#8221; title_text=&#8221;DoorKnocking&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; align=&#8221;center&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; 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Our commitment to staying in touch with the constituents we serve never takes a day off.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph SCXW68687942 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"windowtext\"><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph SCXW68687942 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"windowtext\"><strong><span data-contrast=\"none\" class=\"TextRun SCXW68687942 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"windowtext\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW68687942 BCX0\">Community Conversation in Westland<\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][et_pb_column _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/senatedems.com\/polehanki\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2025\/06\/Westland.png&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221; alt=&#8221;Community Conversation in Westland&#8221; title_text=&#8221;Westland&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][et_pb_column _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<p><span data-contrast=\"none\" class=\"TextRun SCXW39728708 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\" data-ogsb=\"rgb(255, 255, 255)\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW39728708 BCX0\">We had a great coffee hour in Westland last week. It was a pleasure to connect with such an engaged group<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW39728708 BCX0\"> <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW39728708 BCX0\">\u2014<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW39728708 BCX0\"> <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW39728708 BCX0\">full of thoughtful questions, meaningful insights, and genuine community spirit. Thank you to everyone who came out and <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW39728708 BCX0\">made it<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW39728708 BCX0\"> such a valuable conversation.<\/span><\/span><span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][et_pb_column _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/senatedems.com\/polehanki\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2025\/01\/EnewsHeaders_Upcoming-Events.png&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221; alt=&#8221;Upcoming Events&#8221; title_text=&#8221;EnewsHeaders_Upcoming Events&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; 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As part of the program, the office is awarding $769,000 in grant funding to five new consortiums across the state to support locally tailored strategies and help kick-start population growth.<\/span><\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph SCXW221878816 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"windowtext\"><span><span data-contrast=\"none\" class=\"TextRun SCXW221878816 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(14, 16, 26)\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW221878816 BCX0\">As one of the award recipients, <\/span><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\" class=\"TextRun SCXW221878816 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(14, 16, 26)\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW221878816 BCX0\">Michigan Women Forward<\/span><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\" class=\"TextRun SCXW221878816 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(14, 16, 26)\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW221878816 BCX0\"> <\/span><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\" class=\"TextRun SCXW221878816 BCX0\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(14, 16, 26)\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW221878816 BCX0\">will <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW221878816 BCX0\">support Michigan\u2019s innovation economy<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW221878816 BCX0\"> by<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW221878816 BCX0\"> lead<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW221878816 BCX0\">ing<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW221878816 BCX0\"> the Founder Forward program, targeting both talent recruitment and retention. 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