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Dear Neighbor,\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n After months of fighting for a fiscally responsible state budget,\u00a0I\u2019m\u00a0excited to announce that we finally got the job done and successfully passed a budget that invests in our community and communities around Michigan! This agreement centers on\u00a0<\/span>people-first investments<\/span><\/a>\u00a0to lower costs,\u00a0protect\u00a0vital services,\u00a0fix\u00a0our roads, and\u00a0expand\u00a0opportunities for Michigan families. It also\u00a0<\/span>delivers on major priorities like free school meals<\/span><\/a>\u00a0and keeps harmful Medicaid cuts at bay.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Unfortunately, our counterparts in Washington have been unable to get their budget passed, leading to a shutdown of federal departments and agencies. While we continue to navigate this challenging political environment, please know that our office\u00a0remains\u00a0available to help you. Whether that\u00a0be keeping\u00a0you informed of the latest developments, answering any questions you may have, or\u00a0providing assistance\u00a0with any challenges you may be facing with state departments.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n You can reach me and my team by emailing\u00a0<\/span>SenSSingh@senate.michigan.gov<\/span><\/a>\u00a0or calling (517) 373-3447.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>\u202f\u202f<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Sincerely,<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/senatedems.com\/singh\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/23\/2024\/11\/sig.png” alt=”Signature for Singh” title_text=”sig” _builder_version=”4.27.3″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.3″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Sam Singh<\/span><\/b>\u00a0 [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.3″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.3″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/senatedems.com\/singh\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/23\/2024\/11\/EnewsHeaders_Recent-Highlights.png” alt=”If you’re in a rush… Recent Highlights” title_text=”EnewsHeaders_Recent Highlights” _builder_version=”4.27.3″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.3″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.3″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.3″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.3″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.3″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/senatedems.com\/singh\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/23\/2024\/11\/EnewsHeaders_Legislative-Updates.png” alt=”Legislative Updates” title_text=”EnewsHeaders_Legislative Updates” _builder_version=”4.27.3″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.3″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.3″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.3″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n Bipartisan State Budget\u00a0Signed into Law<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Budget Protects Medicaid, Counters Severe Federal Cuts, Fixes the Roads, and Keeps the State Open<\/span><\/i>\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Since day one,\u00a0I\u2019ve\u00a0been focused on this end goal:\u00a0finalizing\u00a0a state budget that invests in the people who call our state home. While it was a long and sometimes arduous process of getting here, I\u2019m excited to say that the Legislature has finally passed a bipartisan budget agreement that reflects the values I have long been fighting for \u2014 strong schools, safe communities, access to health care, and opportunity for all.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Our final budget deal works to fill critical gaps caused by cuts from the Trump administration, ensures stability in the services people rely on to survive, and protects what matters most to Michigan families. More specifically, it includes investments to:\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n To read more about what this budget means for Michigan, visit\u00a0<\/span>SenateDems.com\/budget<\/span><\/a>.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n How the State Budget Invests in Our Local Community<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n In addition to\u00a0<\/span>big-picture investments to help move our state forward<\/span><\/a>, our final budget agreement included over\u00a0$11 million\u00a0for priority projects throughout our community.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n These projects were\u00a0identified\u00a0through countless conversations I had with constituents, local leaders, and community organizations during the months-long budget process. In these discussions, I was focused on finding ways we could target state dollars in a meaningful way to ensure we could have the biggest impact on our local economy and residents\u2019 everyday lives.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n We were able to achieve that goal by securing funding to:<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Supporting Michigan\u2019s Military Members<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Currently,\u00a0nearly a\u00a0quarter of the Michigan National Guard\u00a0don\u2019t\u00a0have access to health care and dental coverage \u2014 a troubling statistic that would be remedied under\u00a0<\/span>my legislation that passed the Senate last week<\/span><\/a>\u00a0with unanimous bipartisan support.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Now over in the House for consideration, Senate Bill\u00a0<\/span>370<\/span><\/a>\u00a0would require the Michigan Dept. of Military and Veterans Affairs to create a Tricare reimbursement program for eligible National Guard members for a premium paid for individual coverage through the Tricare Reserve Select Program or the Tricare Dental Program. This would\u00a0ultimately enable\u00a0our state to strengthen recruitment and retention, improve troops\u2019 readiness, and protect those who protect our state.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.3″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.3″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/senatedems.com\/singh\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/23\/2024\/11\/EnewsHeaders_Upcoming-Events.png” alt=”Upcoming Events” title_text=”EnewsHeaders_Upcoming Events” _builder_version=”4.27.3″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.3″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.3″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.3″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Community Conversation in Owosso<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n WHEN:\u00a0<\/span><\/b>Monday, Nov. 3, from 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.<\/span>\u00a0 <\/span><\/p>\n Virtual Community Conversation\u00a0<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n WHEN:\u00a0<\/span><\/b>Thursday, Nov. 13, from 8:00 – 9:00 a.m.<\/span>\u00a0
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