{"id":1410,"date":"2024-09-20T17:20:00","date_gmt":"2024-09-20T21:20:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/senatedems.com\/shink\/?p=1410"},"modified":"2024-09-23T09:01:46","modified_gmt":"2024-09-23T13:01:46","slug":"worker-rights-pre-k-for-all-and-resources-for-you","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dev.senatedems.com\/shink\/2024\/09\/20\/worker-rights-pre-k-for-all-and-resources-for-you\/","title":{"rendered":"Worker Rights, Pre-K for All, and Resources for You"},"content":{"rendered":"\n[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.24.3″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.24.3″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.24.3″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/senatedems.com\/shink\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/18\/2024\/03\/shink1-2.png” alt=”Senator Sue Shink Email Banner” title_text=”shink1″ url=”http:\/\/www.senatedems.com\/shink\/” _builder_version=”4.24.3″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.24.3″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.24.3″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]

Dear Neighbor,<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The days are getting shorter as we wave goodbye to a hot summer and enjoy cooler weather. As we approach the beginning of autumn, I encourage you to take advantage of everything <\/span>our great state has to offer<\/span><\/a>. From cider mills and pumpkin patches to scenic hiking trails and state parks, there\u2019s no shortage of <\/span>fall fun<\/span><\/a> to be had here in the Mitten State!\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

My legislative colleagues and I are back in the Senate chamber this month after a busy summer spent connecting with our constituents and communities. I\u2019m eager to continue advocating on your behalf in Lansing and getting more practical solutions across the finish line to deliver on the issues that matter most to you.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

If you or someone you know would like to provide feedback about what\u2019s happening in Lansing, has ideas for legislation, or needs assistance, please feel free to reach out to my office. You can email us at <\/span>sensshink@senate.michigan.gov<\/span><\/a> or call (517) 373-2426. And please don\u2019t forget to visit my official <\/span>Facebook page<\/span><\/a> for the latest updates.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Sincerely,<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.24.3″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”-19px|auto||auto||” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.24.3″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/senatedems.com\/shink\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/18\/2024\/03\/shinksignature.png” alt=”Senator Shink Signature” title_text=”shinksignature” _builder_version=”4.24.3″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”|264px||||” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.24.3″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.24.3″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]

Sue Shink\u00a0<\/span><\/b>
<\/span>State Senator<\/span>
<\/span>District 14<\/span><\/p>\n

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Legislative Updates<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Keeping Our Workers Front and Center This Labor Day and Always<\/span><\/i><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.24.3″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”-20px|auto||auto||” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.24.3″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/senatedems.com\/shink\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/18\/2024\/09\/LaborDay.png” alt=”National County Government Month” title_text=”LaborDay” _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.24.3″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”-14px|auto||auto||” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.24.3″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]

To honor Labor Day, I hope you\u2019ll join me in reflecting on the hard-working individuals who build up Michigan every day, from our educators to our homecare workers, our skilled tradespeople to our first responders.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Last year, the Senate Democratic Majority passed powerful legislation to strengthen and protect workers\u2019 rights<\/span><\/a>, repealing the state\u2019s harmful anti-union law, reinstating prevailing wages and more. And so far, this year, we have continued that progress.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

In the 2025 state budget passed this summer, $2.5 million was approved for the creation of the Community and Worker Economic Transition Office. Established by the Michigan Dept. of Labor and Economic Opportunity, this office will develop proactive strategies that help companies and Michiganders take full advantage of the high-tech, high-paying jobs coming to the state in the auto and energy sectors.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The new state budget also included $52 million in continued support for Michigan Reconnect scholarships, enabling workers to go back to school to pursue a degree or a skilled trade certification.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Building on last year\u2019s momentum, several other bills to uplift our workers are making their way through the Legislature. Some of those include:<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n