{"id":1649,"date":"2025-02-13T14:02:00","date_gmt":"2025-02-13T19:02:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/senatedems.com\/singh\/?p=1649"},"modified":"2025-02-13T14:02:02","modified_gmt":"2025-02-13T19:02:02","slug":"eitc-impact-msu-community-resources","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dev.senatedems.com\/singh\/2025\/02\/13\/eitc-impact-msu-community-resources\/","title":{"rendered":"EITC Impact &amp; MSU Community Resources"},"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; 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\/singh\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/23\/2024\/11\/EnewsHeaders_Recent-Highlights.png&#8221; alt=&#8221;If you&#8217;re in a rush&#8230; 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=\"auto\">February is Black History Month, a time to celebrate the achievements and heritages of African Americans. <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">My colleagues and I have worked to make Michigan a place where everyone can thrive, from centering <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">equity in our state budget investments to banning race-based hair discrimination.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Join me for my upcoming virtual Community Conversation on Thursday, Feb. 27, from 8:00 \u2013 9:00 a.m.<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/senatedems.com\/singh\/coffee-hour-register\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Register here.<\/span><\/a><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;:720,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276,&quot;335559991&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/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;:720,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276,&quot;335559991&quot;:360}\"><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Today, February 13, marks two years since the tragic shooting at Michigan State University that took the lives of three students, harmed many more, and forever impacted the hearts of our community. If you or someone you know is struggling, or are looking for comfort in community, you can find mental health resources below as well as events happening on campus in commemoration.<\/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;: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<\/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\/singh\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/23\/2024\/11\/EnewsHeaders_Legislative-Updates.png&#8221; alt=&#8221;Legislative Updates&#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><strong><span data-contrast=\"auto\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun MacChromeBold SCXW129542917 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW129542917 BCX0\">Celebrating<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW129542917 BCX0\"> Black History This Month and Beyond\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW129542917 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\/singh\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/23\/2025\/02\/BHM.png&#8221; title_text=&#8221;BHM&#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=\"auto\">February is <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.michigan.org\/blackhistory\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Black History Month<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, a designated time to honor 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 \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=\"auto\"> is annually celebrated on Feb. 4.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">In the state Senate, we\u2019ve fought hard to ensure Michigan is a state where anyone has an equitable 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=\"auto\"> 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=\"auto\"> 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=\"auto\"> 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=\"auto\">, my Democratic colleagues and I are committed to uplifting communities that have been historically marginalized.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">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=\"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>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><\/span><\/b><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Supporting Moms &amp; Workers: Updates from the First Month of the New Session<\/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>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">With the first month of 2025 over, I\u2019m excited to share about the progress my colleagues and I have made so far on behalf of you and Michiganders around the state. 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=\"auto\"> 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=\"auto\">, we:\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;:276}\"><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">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=\"auto\"> to include the Michigan Legislature and governor. This legislation, Senate Bills 1 and 2, are now over to the House for consideration.<\/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><\/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=\"auto\"> to improve accountability and tackle racial and ethnical disparities in Michigan\u2019s maternal health care system.<\/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><\/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=\"auto\"> on several bills that were passed by both the House and Senate last session but are now being held up unconstitutionally by new Republican House leadership. The legislation they spoke in favor of last week would boost retirement benefits for state corrections and conservation officers as well as lower health care costs for firefighters, teachers, and other public sector employees. Read on for more information.<\/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}\"> <\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><\/span><\/b><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">EITC: Lowering Costs for Michiganders for 50 Years\u00a0<\/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><\/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\/singh\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/23\/2025\/02\/EITC_Social-4-scaled.jpg&#8221; title_text=&#8221;EITC_Social 4&#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=\"auto\">For 50 years now, the federal Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) has been instrumental in lifting families and workers out of poverty, reducing racial disparities, and providing critical support to small businesses and local economies.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Especially at a time when so many Michiganders are facing challenges affording the essentials, from gas to groceries, I\u2019m proud to have worked with my Senate Democratic colleagues to pass policy that helps offset these prices and even allow some folks to save or pay off debts. I\u2019m referring to when we <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/senatedems.com\/eitc\/\"><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">quintupled <\/span><\/i><span data-contrast=\"none\">Michigan\u2019s match of the federal EITC from 6% to 30%<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, securing the largest increase to the credit in state history.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">This game-changing expansion helps 700,000 Michiganders struggling to make ends meet save an average of $750 more per year, resulting in $3,150 in total savings with the federal and state EITCs combined. Here in District 28, over 13,100 families benefit, boosting incomes of working folks from $132 to over $650 on average. Our small businesses reap the benefits too, with over $8 million now being returned to our local economy.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">But \u2014 Michiganders must make sure to claim the credit if they are eligible! To determine eligibility and find tax preparation resources, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">click here<\/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_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\/singh\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/23\/2024\/11\/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\">2025 Event Schedule<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">As your state Senator, it\u2019s incredibly important to me to stay connected with you and other District 28 residents so I can effectively address issues you care about at our Capitol. I hope you\u2019ll join me at one of my community conversations, offered both virtually and in-person. Check out my next few events below or the full schedule on my <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/senatedems.com\/singh\/events\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">website<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">Virtual Community Conversation<\/span><\/i><\/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>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">WHEN: <\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Thursday, Feb. 27 from 8:00 \u2013 9:00 a.m.\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;:276}\">\u00a0<br \/><\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">WHERE: <\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Virtual \u2013 <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/senatedems.com\/singh\/coffee-hour-register\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Register here<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Community Conversation with Rep. Penelope Tsernoglou<\/span><\/i><\/b><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">WHEN: <\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Monday, March 10 from 6:00 \u2013 7:00 p.m.<br \/><\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">WHERE: <\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Bath Twp. Library, 14051 Webster Rc., Bath Twp., MI 48808<\/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;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">Virtual Community Conversation<\/span><\/i><\/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>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">WHEN: <\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Thursday, March 20 from 8:00 \u2013 9:00 a.m.<br \/><\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">WHERE: <\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Virtual \u2013 <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/senatedems.com\/singh\/coffee-hour-register\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Register here<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.<\/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;: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\/singh\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/23\/2024\/10\/EnewsHeaders_Community-Connections.png&#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 SCXW73997750 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW73997750 BCX0\">Protecting Earned Sick Time for Air Lines &amp; All<\/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; 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\/singh\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/23\/2025\/02\/Delta-Pilots-Pic.jpg&#8221; title_text=&#8221;Delta Pilots Pic&#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\">Last month, I <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/senatedems.com\/singh\/2025\/01\/08\/making-workers-a-priority-in-2025\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">introduced a bill package alongside Sens. Hertel and Camilleri<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> to accelerate the increase of <\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">Michigan\u2019s minimum wage; protect and improve the tipped credit; require employers to provide paid sick leave; and strengthen laws preventing the theft of wages. Composed of Senate Bills 6\u20138 and 15, this package seeks to build a fair economy that works for all \u2014 workers, small businesses, and consumers. Last week, I had the honor of meeting with pilots from Delta Air Lines to discuss how my legislation, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.legislature.mi.gov\/Bills\/Bill?ObjectName=2025-SB-0015\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Senate Bill 15,<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> ensures pilots and flight crew are treated fairly under the Earned Sick Time Act, set to take effect later this month.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Touring Cedar Creek Hospital in St. Johns<\/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\/singh\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/23\/2025\/02\/Picture3.jpg&#8221; title_text=&#8221;Picture3&#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 SCXW177620127 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW177620127 BCX0\">Last month, I <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW177620127 BCX0\">was fortunate to tour <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW177620127 BCX0\">the Cedar Creek Hospital in St. Johns with <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW177620127 BCX0\">their Chief Executive Officer, <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW177620127 BCX0\">Steven Vernon<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW177620127 BCX0\">. <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW177620127 BCX0\">I met staff and had a first-hand look at the services the hospital provides as well as healt<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW177620127 BCX0\">h<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW177620127 BCX0\"> <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW177620127 BCX0\">care challenges our community faces.<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW177620127 BCX0\"> <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW177620127 BCX0\">Thanks to the Cedar Creek Hospital staff for hosting me and providing a glimpse into <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW177620127 BCX0\">crucial, life-changing work <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW177620127 BCX0\">they<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW177620127 BCX0\"> do. <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW177620127 BCX0\">The insight<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW177620127 BCX0\"> gained there will help inform my work to ensure that all communities<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW177620127 BCX0\">, rural and urban,<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW177620127 BCX0\"> are equipped with the<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW177620127 BCX0\"> <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW177620127 BCX0\">resources <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW177620127 BCX0\">necessary<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW177620127 BCX0\"> to<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW177620127 BCX0\"> <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW177620127 BCX0\">provide <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW177620127 BCX0\">quality care to <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW177620127 BCX0\">their<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW177620127 BCX0\"> surrounding residents<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW177620127 BCX0\">.<\/span><\/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\/singh\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/23\/2025\/01\/EnewsHeaders_News-Resources-scaled.jpg&#8221; alt=&#8221;Helpful News and Resources&#8221; title_text=&#8221;EnewsHeaders_News &#038; Resources&#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\">MSU Shooting Second Anniversary: Resources &amp; Events<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Today, February 13, marks two years since the tragic shooting at Michigan State University that took the lives of three students, harmed many more, and forever impacted the hearts of our community. As we reflect on this difficult day, we remember the lives lost, the survivors, and all those who were impacted in this senseless violence.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">If you or someone you know is struggling during this time, we have included several mental health resources below to support you and your loved ones.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Also, whether you&#8217;re looking for comfort, hope, or a space to grieve with others, there are several events happening throughout the community to commemorate this day \u2014 also included below.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><i><span data-contrast=\"none\"><\/span><\/i><\/b><\/p>\n<p><b><i><span data-contrast=\"none\"><\/span><\/i><\/b><\/p>\n<p><b><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">Mental Health &amp; Other Resources<\/span><\/i><\/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>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">SAMHSA &#8211; Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Also known as the Treatment Referral Routing Service, this Helpline provides 24-hour free and confidential treatment referral and information about mental and\/or substance use disorders, prevention, and recovery in English and Spanish. Call 1.800.662.HELP (4357) or <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.samhsa.gov\/find-help\/helplines\/national-helpline\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">visit their website<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Bureau of Justice Assistance (U.S Department of Justice)<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">In collaboration with BJA, the National Policing Institute and its partners will provide the replication sites and other selected agencies with proactive and on-demand <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/crimegunintelcenters.org\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">training and technical assistance<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">, including practical guides and checklists, technical briefings and training, and quick reaction assessments as warranted. This assistance is available from law enforcement, investigative and prosecution experts, forensics experts, technologists and academic experts who can share unique insights into effective and efficient processes and approaches to prevent and reduce violent crime committed with firearms.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">To request technical assistance, training, or other resources through this initiative, agency POCs should send an email to <\/span><a href=\"mailto:TTA@policinginstitute.org\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">TTA@policinginstitute.org<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> or call the National Policing Institute at 202-833-1460. For more information, go to our <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/cgici.wpengine.com\/training-technical-assistance\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Training &amp; Technical Assistance page<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Counseling And Psychiatric Services (CAPS) for MSU Students<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">If you are in crisis, please call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room. CAPS crisis services are also available 24\/7. Call (517) 355-8270 and press \u201c1\u201d at the prompt to speak with a crisis counselor.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">To access new counseling and psychiatric services, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/caps.msu.edu\/schedule\/index.html\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">schedule a consultation<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">. During your consultation, we&#8217;ll discuss your needs and help you get connected with available resources on or off-campus based on clinical recommendations.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Free &amp; Anonymous Self-Assessments<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">These free, anonymous online screening assessments can help determine whether professional consultation would be helpful to you. These tools are available to all students at Michigan State University.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Visit <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/screening.mentalhealthscreening.org\/hyho\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">screening.mentalhealthscreening.org\/hyho<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> for a variety of screenings and more information about mental health.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">The <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.ulifeline.org\/msu\/self_evaluator%C2%A0\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">ULifeline Self-Evaluator<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> includes the option to indicate you&#8217;re at MSU, but your responses remain anonymous.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.mentalhealthamerica.net\/mental-health-screening-tools\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Mental Health Screening Tools<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> from Mental Health America include several free and anonymous or confidential screenings including those for Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar, Alcohol or Substance Use Screening and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Additional screening tools for <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/helpyourselfhelpothers.org\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Depression<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">, <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.mentalhealthmn.org\/be-informed\/education-programs\/online-screening-for-mood-and-anxiety-disorders\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Anxiety<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> and <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.nationaleatingdisorders.org\/online-eating-disorder-screening\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Eating Disorders<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> are also available.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/foodbank.msu.edu\/about\/self-assessment.html\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Food Security Self-Assessment<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">: Food insecurity refers to having limited food availability with a reduction in the quality or variety of food intake, which often results in disrupted eating patterns. A lack of food security can be a considerable obstacle to academic success.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Additional Resources<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.michigan.gov\/mdhhs\/inside-mdhhs\/newsroom\/2024\/10\/22\/gvp-taskforce\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">State of Michigan Gun Violence Prevention Task Force<\/span><\/b><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">\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;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cityofeastlansing.com\/2293\/Mental-Health-Resources\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">City of East Lansing Mental Health Resources<\/span><\/b><\/a><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><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/senatedems.com\/singh\/msu-capital-area-resources\/\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Other resources<\/span><\/b><\/a><b><span data-contrast=\"none\"> <\/span><\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b><i><span data-contrast=\"none\"><\/span><\/i><\/b><\/p>\n<p><b><i><span data-contrast=\"none\"><\/span><\/i><\/b><\/p>\n<p><b><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">Events<\/span><\/i><\/b><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Reclaiming Space Exhibit<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n<p><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">Reclaiming Space is a call for community participation to reflect, heal, and come together through art-making. Creativity provides an outlet to process complicated emotions and experiences and allows us to sit in it. We invite you to be present in the gallery space. Sit on the couch near the window. Draw and paint on the provided canvases. Use prompts for introspection. Create a flower or two and add it to the sculpture. The artworks in this exhibition will evolve as the show progresses. Every mark made, each piece of paper attached, is a necessary layer that contributes to the whole. We are a resilient community, and we will heal together. Learn more on the <\/span><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/events.cal.msu.edu\/events\/reclaiming-space\/\"><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">event webpage.<\/span><\/i><\/a><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">WHEN: <\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Now through Sat., Feb. 15<br \/><\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">WHERE: <\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">MSU Union Art Gallery, 40 Abbot Rd. Rm 230, East Lansing, MI 48823<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Caring Through Service<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559731&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">Join the Center for Community Engaged Learning for Caring Through Service, an opportunity for community building, service, and advocacy. 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You can email us at <\/span><a href=\"mailto:SenSSingh@senate.michigan.gov\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">SenSSingh@senate.michigan.gov<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> or call (517) 373-3447.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Sincerely,<\/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;:278}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/senatedems.com\/singh\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/23\/2024\/11\/sig.png&#8221; title_text=&#8221;sig&#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><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Sam Singh<br \/><\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">State Senator<br \/><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">District 28<\/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;:278}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><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>February is Black History Month, a time to celebrate the achievements and heritages of African Americans. 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