{"id":1734,"date":"2025-02-15T09:15:00","date_gmt":"2025-02-15T14:15:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/senatedems.com\/shink\/?p=1734"},"modified":"2025-02-14T14:52:10","modified_gmt":"2025-02-14T19:52:10","slug":"renters-rights-panel-celebrating-michigans-hardest-workers-black-history-month-and-more","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dev.senatedems.com\/shink\/2025\/02\/15\/renters-rights-panel-celebrating-michigans-hardest-workers-black-history-month-and-more\/","title":{"rendered":"Renter\u2019s Rights Panel, Celebrating Michigan\u2019s Hardest Workers, Black History Month, and More!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][et_pb_column _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; type=&#8221;4_4&#8243;][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/senatedems.com\/shink\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/18\/2023\/02\/SenShink_EmailBanner.png&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; title_text=&#8221;SenShink_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; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Dear Neighbor,<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">With half of February already behind us, we\u2019re closer to the end of winter and the start of spring! But before the snow melts and the ice thaws for the year, make sure you don\u2019t miss out on the beauty and fun of a pure Michigan winter \u2014 from ice skating and fishing to snowboarding and tubing, there\u2019s <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.michigan.org\/article\/trip-idea\/wonderful-winter-activities-michigan-all-ages\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">no shortage of frozen fun to be had<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Our work in the Legislature is well underway for the year, and I\u2019m honored to continue serving you and our community in the Senate. Read on to learn more about the progress we\u2019re working to deliver for District 14 residents and our entire state.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">As always, please feel free to reach out to share your thoughts or seek assistance with any challenges you may be facing with state departments. You can email me at <\/span><a href=\"mailto:sensshink@senate.michigan.gov\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">sensshink@senate.michigan.gov<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> or call (517) 373-2426. Also, please visit my official <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/SenSueShink\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Facebook page<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> for the latest updates.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Sincerely,\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:-20,&quot;335559737&quot;:-20,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/senatedems.com\/shink\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/18\/2024\/03\/shinksignature.png&#8221; alt=&#8221;Senator Shink Signature&#8221; title_text=&#8221;shinksignature&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<p><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Sue Shink<br \/><\/strong><span data-contrast=\"none\">State Senator<br \/><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">14th Senate District<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\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; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/senatedems.com\/shink\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/18\/2024\/10\/EnewsHeaders_Recent-Highlights.png&#8221; alt=&#8221;If you&#8217;re in a rush \u2014 Recent Highlights&#8221; title_text=&#8221;EnewsHeaders_Recent Highlights&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">I\u2019m hosting an information and support panel on <\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">Renter\u2019s<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\"> Rights in Jackson. Please join me at the Meijer Branch Library, 2699 Airport Rd., Jackson, February 27, from 6:00 \u2013 7:30 p.m.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Please join me for my upcoming coffee and conversation event at Norvell Township Hall, 300 Mill Rd., Norvell, March 7, from 12:30 \u2013 1:30 p.m.<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"27\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">We observed White Shirt Day on Feb. 11 to commemorate the 88th anniversary of the end of the Flint sit-down strike and honor Michigan\u2019s hardest workers.<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"27\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">February is Black History Month, a time to celebrate the achievements and heritages of African Americans. My colleagues and I have worked to make Michigan a place where everyone can thrive, from our state budget investments to banning race-based hair discrimination.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/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; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/senatedems.com\/shink\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/18\/2024\/10\/EnewsHeaders_Legislative-Updates.png&#8221; title_text=&#8221;EnewsHeaders_Legislative Updates&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Honoring the Workers Who Created the Middle Class on White Shirt Day<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Tuesday, Feb. 11 was White Shirt Day marking the 88th anniversary of the end of the Flint sit-down strike when Michigan UAW members won the right to be recognized by General Motors.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Entire families \u2014 men, women and children \u2014 helped in the strike. Family members put their bodies on the line, forming a human shield around the plants to protect the strikers from violence and delivering food to the plants. They fought, and they won: higher wages, improved working conditions and better benefits \u2014 the opportunity to build a brighter future for their families.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Within a year of that strike that ended in 1937, the UAW grew from 30,000 to 500,000 members strong, and autoworker wages increased by as much as 300%.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Michigan didn\u2019t just put the world on wheels. The courageous sacrifices these auto workers made 88 years ago changed the course of the labor movement \u2014 igniting a rallying cry for millions of workers around the country, ushering in a wave of intense union activity and ultimately unleashing the power of the middle class.<\/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; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/senatedems.com\/shink\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/18\/2025\/02\/Shink-White-Shirt.jpg&#8221; title_text=&#8221;Shink White Shirt&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">This week, we remember and honor those trailblazers whose heroic actions paved this pathway for progress in Michigan and nationwide. Their history is our history.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Investing in Michigan \u2014 Updates on the 2026 State Budget<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Earlier this month, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer presented her recommendations for our next state budget. At this stage in the process, we\u2019ve heard her priorities, and I\u2019m pleased to see that we share many of the same goals \u2014 strengthening education, lowering costs for hardworking families, and driving job growth to boost our economy.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">As Chair of the Senate Corrections and Judiciary Appropriations Subcommittee, I\u2019ll be focusing especially on the Corrections and Judiciary Budgets. I also serve on the EGLE and Agriculture and Natural Resources Appropriations Subcommittees as well.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">I\u2019ll continue to provide updates as the budget takes shape, so stay tuned for more information in the coming weeks!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Celebrating Black History This Month and Beyond<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">February is <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.michigan.org\/blackhistory\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Black History Month<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">, a special time to celebrate and appreciate the contributions, cultures, histories, and achievements of African Americans. Michigan has long been home to a diverse range of Black historical figures whose legacies have left an indelible mark on the world, from abolitionist Sojourner Truth and civil rights activist Malcom X to the \u201cQueen of Soul\u201d Aretha Franklin and the \u201cmother of the freedom movement\u201d Rosa Parks <\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u2014 whose <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.abhmuseum.org\/events\/rosa-parks-day\/#:~:text=In%20some%20states%20it%E2%80%99s%20also%20celebrated%20on%20February%204th%2C%20her%20birthday%2C%20or%20the%20first%20Monday%20after%20her%20birthday%20%E2%80%93%20February%205th%20in%202024.\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">birthday<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> is annually celebrated on Feb. 4.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:257}\">\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; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/senatedems.com\/shink\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/18\/2025\/02\/Wojno-RosaParks.png&#8221; title_text=&#8221;Wojno-RosaParks&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">In the state Senate, we\u2019ve worked hard to ensure Michigan is a state where everyone has an opportunity to succeed, no matter their background or the color of their skin. From <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/senatedems.com\/anthony\/2023\/12\/19\/anthony-recognized-for-championing-crown-act\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">banning race-based hair discrimination<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/senatedems.com\/blog\/2024\/03\/20\/hate-crimes-legislation\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">combating hate crimes<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/senatedems.com\/santana\/2023\/05\/17\/senate-passes-santana-bill-to-make-juneteenth-officially-a-michigan-state-holiday-with-bipartisan-nearly-unanimous-vote\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">making Juneteenth an official state holiday<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/senatedems.com\/anthony\/2024\/07\/30\/state-budget\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">centering equity in our state budget investments<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">, my Democratic colleagues and I are committed to respecting people that have been historically marginalized.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Want to get involved this Black History Month? Check out local events and some ways to celebrate <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/mlpp.org\/black-history-month-events-in-michigan-2025\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">here<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Addressing the Needs of Our People: Updates from the First Month of the New Session<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">In the past few weeks, in addition to introducing legislation to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/senatedems.com\/blog\/2025\/01\/08\/michigan-senate-democrats-make-lowering-costs-increasing-access-to-affordable-health-care-a-top-priority-in-2025\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">lower prescription drug costs<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/senatedems.com\/hertel\/2025\/01\/08\/wage-theft\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">strengthen protections for workers<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">, we:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Voted to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/senatedems.com\/moss\/2025\/01\/29\/foia-expansion-to-governor-legislature\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">expand the state\u2019s Freedom of Information Act<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> to include the Michigan Legislature and Governor. This legislation, Senate Bills 1 and 2, are now over to the House for consideration.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/senatedems.com\/geiss\/2025\/01\/23\/maternal-health\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Reintroduced bills<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> to improve accountability and tackle racial and ethnic disparities in Michigan\u2019s maternal health care system. Moms and babies should receive the care they need to be healthy regardless of the color of their skin.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/senatedems.com\/cherry\/2025\/01\/29\/house-republican-obstruction\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Heard testimony from workers<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> on several bills that both the House and Senate passed last session but are now being held up unconstitutionally by new Republican House leadership. This bipartisan legislation, for which I\u2019ve been working for years, would improve retirement benefits for state corrections and conservation officers as well as lower health care costs for firefighters, teachers, and other public sector employees. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:257,&quot;335559991&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul><\/ul>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/senatedems.com\/shink\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/18\/2025\/02\/Shink-bill-signing-scaled.jpg&#8221; title_text=&#8221;Shink bill signing&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">I am very proud to have championed legislation alongside Sen. Rosemary Bayer and Sen. <\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">Stephanie Chang<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\"> to tackle human trafficking in Michigan. Signed into law by Gov. Whitmer, Senate Bills 515-517 protect trafficking survivors by allowing statements given outside of court to be admissible in some cases, allowing victims to not have to appear in court and see their perpetrator face-to-face. With this crucial change, law enforcement authorities can better prosecute this crime and bring more abusers to justice.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Senate Democrats Stand Strong for Michigan Teachers, First Responders &amp; Corrections Officers<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">On Dec. 20, 2024, House Bills <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.legislature.mi.gov\/Bills\/Bill?ObjectName=2023-HB-4177\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">4177<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">,<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.legislature.mi.gov\/Bills\/Bill?ObjectName=2023-HB-4665\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">4665<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">&#8211;<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.legislature.mi.gov\/Bills\/Bill?ObjectName=2023-HB-4667\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">4667<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.legislature.mi.gov\/Bills\/Bill?ObjectName=2023-HB-4900\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">4900<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">&#8211;<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.legislature.mi.gov\/Bills\/Bill?ObjectName=2023-HB-4901\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">4901<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0of 2023 and House Bills <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.legislature.mi.gov\/Bills\/Bill?ObjectName=2024-HB-5817\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">5817<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">&#8211;<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.legislature.mi.gov\/Bills\/Bill?ObjectName=2024-HB-5818\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">5818<\/span><\/a> <span data-contrast=\"auto\">and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.legislature.mi.gov\/Bills\/Bill?ObjectName=2024-HB-6058\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">6058<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0of 2024 were passed by the Senate and returned to the House for presentation to the governor<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">. However, House Republicans illegally blocked these nine bills \u2014 which <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/senatedems.com\/hertel\/2025\/01\/30\/legislation-blocked-by-house-republicans\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">lower health care costs for teachers and first responders<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/senatedems.com\/shink\/2025\/01\/30\/stalled-legislation\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">improve retirement benefits for corrections officers<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> \u2014 from being presented to the governor.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">We won\u2019t let the needs of hardworking public servants go unmet.<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\"> That\u2019s why Senate Majority Leader Brinks has <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/senatedems.com\/brinks\/2025\/02\/03\/lawsuit\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">filed a lawsuit<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> on behalf of the Michigan Senate to require House Republicans to abide by the constitution and send this critical legislation, which was passed by both chambers, to the governor. We won\u2019t stop fighting for Michigan workers.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:257}\">\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; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/senatedems.com\/shink\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/18\/2024\/10\/EnewsHeaders_Upcoming-Events.png&#8221; alt=&#8221;Upcoming Events&#8221; title_text=&#8221;EnewsHeaders_Upcoming Events&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Renter\u2019s Rig<\/span><\/b><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">hts Event in Jackson<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">WHEN: <\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Thursday, February 27, from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\"><br \/><\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">WHERE:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\"> Meijer Branch \u2013 Jackson District Library, 2699 Airport Rd., Jackson, MI 49202<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Tenants have rights too! Whether you rent an apartment, house or mobile home, join us to learn about what rights you have as a tenant, featuring a panel presentation, Q&amp;A, and opportunity to get resources and assistance. This event will include experts from the MSU College of Law Housing Justice Clinic, Legal Services of South Central Michigan, and the Community Action Agency.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Coffee and Conversation in Norvell Township<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">WHEN: <\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Friday, March 7, from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m.<br \/><\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">WHERE: <\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Norvell Township Hall, 300 Mill Rd., Brooklyn, MI 49230<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Please join me on March 7, from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m., at the Norvell Township Hall. This will be a great chance for us to talk about the issues that are most important to you. I\u2019m looking forward to hearing what\u2019s on your mind and providing updates on our progress in Lansing.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335557856&quot;:16777215,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\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; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/senatedems.com\/shink\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/18\/2024\/10\/EnewsHeaders_Community-Connections.png&#8221; alt=&#8221;Community Connections&#8221; title_text=&#8221;EnewsHeaders_Community Connections&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<p><strong><span data-contrast=\"none\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun MacChromeBold SCXW192783387 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW192783387 BCX0\">Youth Improving Mental Health:\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW192783387 BCX0\">SRSLY Dexter<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW192783387 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/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; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/senatedems.com\/shink\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/18\/2025\/02\/SRSLY-1.jpg&#8221; title_text=&#8221;SRSLY 1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/senatedems.com\/shink\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/18\/2025\/02\/SRSLY-2.jpg&#8221; title_text=&#8221;SRSLY 2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">SRSLY are groups of area students who gather to support each other, improve young people\u2019s mental health and reduce substance abuse. I enjoyed spending time with SRSLY\u2019s adult leader, Ursula Anderson, and learning about the important work that SRSLY is doing. I was able to obtain a community enhancement grant from the legislature to support this work because it is so effective!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Jackson State of the Community<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\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; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/senatedems.com\/shink\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/18\/2025\/02\/State-of-the-Community.jpg&#8221; title_text=&#8221;State of the Community&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">My team attended the State of the Community Event in Jackson, where city and county leaders shared priorities and news, including investments in parks, housing, food access, and trails. I was proud to bring budget dollars home to improve access to healthy recreation in the Jackson area, and to increase safe, affordable housing.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Jackson County Conservation District Dinner<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\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; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/senatedems.com\/shink\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/18\/2025\/02\/JCCD-1.jpg&#8221; title_text=&#8221;JCCD 1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/senatedems.com\/shink\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/18\/2025\/02\/JCCD-2.jpg&#8221; title_text=&#8221;JCCD 2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<p><span data-contrast=\"none\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW17653887 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW17653887 BCX0\">Michigan has 75 conservation districts that help residents with natural resource management. Whether <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW17653887 BCX0\">it&#8217;s<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW17653887 BCX0\"> farmland, <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW17653887 BCX0\">woodlots<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW17653887 BCX0\"> or waterways, they support our work to improve productivity while keeping the environment healthy. Congratulations to Tranquility Lavender Farm on being recognized as Farmer of the Year at the Jackson Co. Conservation District meeting.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW17653887 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\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; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/senatedems.com\/shink\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/18\/2025\/02\/EnewsHeaders_News-Resources-1.png&#8221; title_text=&#8221;EnewsHeaders_News &#038; Resources (1)&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/senatedems.com\/shink\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/18\/2025\/02\/WorldCancerDay.png&#8221; title_text=&#8221;WorldCancerDay&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldcancerday.org\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">World Cancer Day<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> is a great opportunity to raise awareness about cancer and prevention efforts. Here are some resources:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Michigan Dept. of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.michigan.gov\/mdhhs\/keep-mi-healthy\/chronicdiseases\/cancer\/cancer-resources-for-mi-communities\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">cancer resources<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> for diverse communities;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276,&quot;335559991&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u00b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"30\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u00b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">MDHHS Keeping Michigan Healthy <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.michigan.gov\/mdhhs\/keep-mi-healthy\/chronicdiseases\/cancer\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">cancer webpage<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">;<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u00b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"30\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u00b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.michigan.gov\/mdhhs\/keep-mi-healthy\/chronicdiseases\/cancer\/wisewoman\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">WISEWOMAN Program<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> helps participants understand their chronic disease risk factors through a free health screening.<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u00b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"30\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u00b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">American Cancer Society Michigan <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cancer.org\/about-us\/local\/michigan.html\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">local resources<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cancer.org\/about-us\/local\/michigan.html#:~:text=help%20is%20free.-,Local%20Events,-American%20Cancer%20Society\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">events<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Request a Tribute<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Do you know someone who deserves recognition for their achievements? I\u2019d love to provide an official tribute from the State of Michigan to recognize individuals or organizations for their contributions to the community or to the state. Tributes can also honor someone on a milestone occasion such as retirement, anniversary or birthday.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Each personalized tribute is signed by me, the governor, the lieutenant governor, and possibly other elected representatives. We put the finished tribute under glass and frame it, a true keepsake suitable for presentation at your special occasion or ceremony. And if you would like me to attend your ceremony and present it in person, I\u2019ll do my best to do it!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If you have an idea for a tribute, reach out to my office and we\u2019ll be happy to make it happen! Please call<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\"> (517) 373-2426 or email <\/span><a href=\"mailto:sensshink@senate.michigan.gov\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">sensshink@senate.michigan.gov<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Dear Neighbor, With half of February already behind us, we\u2019re closer to the end of winter and the start of spring! 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