Pride Month: The Progress Continues
As Pride Month comes to a close, Michigan Senate Democrats continue the fight to ensure Michigan represents a safe space for all members of the LGBTQ+ community. This #MajorityForThePeople is committed to instilling a sense of inclusion and belonging in Michigan —...
Senate Democratic Majority Passes Transformative ‘Budget for the People,’ Tackles Pressing Needs of Michigan Kids, Workers and Communities
Budget includes major investments at local and state levels to improve lives, state's future LANSING, Mich. (June 28, 2023) — Today, the Michigan Senate Democrats passed their first majority-led state budget in 40 years, and with it, transformational change for...
Senate Democrats Introduce Michigan Voting Rights Act to Strengthen Election Protections for Voters
On heels of recent legislation to expand voters’ access, lawmakers now tackle voters’ rights, combat discrimination and disinformation LANSING, Mich. (June 22, 2023) — Today, the Michigan Senate Democratic Majority introduced legislation to establish the Michigan...
Senate’s Next Phase of Work Gets Underway on Clean Energy Future Plan
Senate Energy and Environment Committee hears testimony on innovative plan to help lower utility costs and reduce carbon emissions for homes and businesses NOTE: A graphic on the Clean Energy Future Plan is attached and included below. LANSING, Mich. (June 22,...
Brinks, Moss Pass Bipartisan Transformational Brownfields Bill to Attract Thriving Redevelopment to Michigan Communities
Bill earned support of local government, business groups from across the state LANSING, Mich. (May 11, 2023) — Today, Senate Majority Leader Winnie Brinks (D-Grand Rapids), Sen. Jeremy Moss (D-Southfield) and a bipartisan majority of the Michigan Senate voted to...
Senate Democratic Majority Passes Transformational State Budget to Improve Equity and Spur Innovation
Budget includes highest per-pupil funding in state history, education, criminal justice and housing supports for families with lower incomes, universal emphasis on diversity and equity, bipartisan work programs, and significant protections to air, land and water ...
Michigan Senate Passes Filter First Legislation to Ensure All Kids Have Safe Drinking Water at School, Child Care
Cherry and Santana legislation prevents lead poisoning in youth by implementing water filtration systems throughout schools and child care centers in Michigan LANSING, Mich. (April 20, 2023) — Today, the Michigan Senate voted to pass Senate Bills 88 and 89, the...
Senate Passes Wojno Bill to Make AV Voting Easier for Military Members, Begins Work on Implementing Proposal 2 Election Reforms
LANSING, Mich. (April 19, 2023) — Today, the Michigan Senate Democrats passed the first piece of election reform legislation related to Proposal 2 of 2022, passing Sen. Paul Wojno’s (D-Warren) legislation (Senate Bill 259) to allow for absentee voter ballots...
Senate Democrats Introduce Clean Energy Future Plan
The plan will help lower utility costs and reduce carbon emissions for homes and businesses LANSING, Mich. (April 12, 2023) — Today, Michigan Senate Democrats, led by Senate Majority Floor Leader Sam Singh (D-East Lansing) and Sen. Sue Shink (D-Northfield...
Michigan Legislature Finalizes Repeal of Worker Suppression Law, Pro-Worker Legislation Heads to Gov. Whitmer’s Desk
Lansing, Mich. (March 21, 2023) — The Michigan State House and Senate finalized passage of Senate Bill 34 and House Bill 4006 today, repealing the anti-worker policy that was implemented under Gov. Rick Snyder over a decade ago. Sen. Darrin Camilleri...