{"id":6101,"date":"2023-03-31T13:22:48","date_gmt":"2023-03-31T13:22:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/senatedems.com\/wojno\/?p=6101"},"modified":"2023-03-31T13:22:48","modified_gmt":"2023-03-31T13:22:48","slug":"district-10-news-updates-3","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dev.senatedems.com\/wojno\/2023\/03\/31\/district-10-news-updates-3\/","title":{"rendered":"District 10 News &amp; Updates"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.20.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.20.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][et_pb_column _builder_version=&#8221;4.20.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/senatedems.com\/wojno\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/02\/Wojno_EmailBanner.png&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.20.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221; title_text=&#8221;Wojno_EmailBanner&#8221; url=&#8221;https:\/\/senatedems.com\/wojno\/&#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;4.20.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][et_pb_column _builder_version=&#8221;4.20.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.20.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<\/p>\n<p>Dear Friends,<\/p>\n<p><span>I hope this newsletter reaches you and your family safe and healthy. Spring is officially here, which means warm weather and sunny days are just around the corner!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>Featured in this newsletter:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span>Lowering the cost of tuition at Wayne State University\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span>Apply for home heating tax credit\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span>Better understand financial aid award letters at upcoming webinars\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li>$3 million awarded to help under-represented youth build brighter futures in Michigan<\/li>\n<li><span>Virtual baby safety fair\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span>Helping Medicaid members keep their coverage<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\u00a0If you have any other questions, want to comment on pending legislation, or resolve any issues in state government, please do not hesitate to contact my office by phone at (517) 373-8360 or by email at <a href=\"mailto:SenPWojno@senate.michigan.gov\" data-ogsc=\"\" title=\"mailto:SenPWojno@senate.michigan.gov\">SenPWojno@senate.michigan.gov<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Warmest regards,<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.20.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][et_pb_column _builder_version=&#8221;4.20.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/senatedems.com\/wojno\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/02\/Wojno_Signature.jpg&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.20.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221; title_text=&#8221;Wojno_Signature&#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;4.20.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][et_pb_column _builder_version=&#8221;4.20.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.20.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<\/p>\n<p><b>Paul Wojno<br \/><\/b><span>State Senator<br \/><\/span><span>District 10<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>LOWERING THE COST OF TUITION AT WAYNE STATE UNIVERSITY\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span>Governor Gretchen Whitmer joined Wayne State University officials to announce the Wayne State Guarantee, a new initiative offering incoming Michigan students with family incomes of $70,000 or less a tuition-free degree with zero out-of-pocket expenses. The program will begin in the fall of 2023 and cover the full cost of tuition and standard fees. This is made possible thanks to the bipartisan Michigan Achievement Scholarship program, which Governor Whitmer signed into law in 2022, saving students up to $8,250 on their associate degree at a community college, up to $20,000 at a private college, or up to $27,500 at a public university.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><i>Who\u2019s Eligible for the Wayne State Guarantee\u00a0\u00a0<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span>Incoming first-year undergraduates who are Michigan residents admitted for fall 2023 as a first-time undergraduate in a degree-program.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span>Household income of $70,000 or less and assets of $50,000 or less as confirmed on the 2023-24 FAFSA.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span>Michigan residents eligible for the Pell grant in 2023-24 are also eligible.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span>Must be enrolled full time (12 or more credit hours per semester) each semester. Funding is for the fall and winter semesters.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span>WSU must receive your 2023-24 FAFSA by April 1, 2023, and be eligible to receive federal student aid.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span>Must be admitted to WSU by April 1, 2023.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div><span>The Wayne State Guarantee covers the full cost of tuition and standard fees (matriculation, registration, and student service fees) with a combination of federal, state, and other WSU scholarships and grants. The award is renewable for up to four years, with the option to apply for a fifth year if the student is on track to graduate in that year.\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<p><span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>APPLY FOR HOME HEATING TAX CREDIT<\/b>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><span>Michiganders who need help with their energy bills can now apply for the Home Heating Credit, according to the Michigan Department of Treasury.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>Low-income, deaf, disabled or blind persons, disabled veterans and senior citizens may qualify for the Home Heating Credit. Applicants are not required to file a Michigan individual income tax return to receive the credit.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<div><span>Individuals can apply for the <a href=\"https:\/\/lnks.gd\/l\/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDEsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMzAzMTcuNzM1MjIwMTEiLCJ1cmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5taWNoaWdhbi5nb3YvdGF4ZXMvZWZpbGUvaWl0L21pY2hpZ2FuLWluZGl2aWR1YWwtaW5jb21lLXRheC1lLWZpbGUifQ.gxj2Ii7Y76gewXGdCAYN6rTBXPIb56o6NYCwYmjkhLQ\/s\/965807135\/br\/156330055607-l\" data-ogsc=\"\" title=\"https:\/\/lnks.gd\/l\/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDEsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMzAzMTcuNzM1MjIwMTEiLCJ1cmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5taWNoaWdhbi5nb3YvdGF4ZXMvZWZpbGUvaWl0L21pY2hpZ2FuLWluZGl2aWR1YWwtaW5jb21lLXRheC1lLWZpbGUifQ.gxj2Ii7Y76gewXGdCAYN6rTBXPIb56o6NYCwYmjkhLQ\/s\/965807135\/br\/156330055607-l\">Home Heating Credit electronically through the e-File system<\/a>.\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<p><span>Forms and instructional materials are available on the internet at <a href=\"https:\/\/lnks.gd\/l\/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDIsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMzAzMTcuNzM1MjIwMTEiLCJ1cmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5taWNoaWdhbi5nb3YvdGF4ZXMvaWl0In0.wIdMsQBogTeRJgBJve2Cfw4_ZPcCsieYAelZ0Zyv3TM\/s\/965807135\/br\/156330055607-l\" data-ogsc=\"\" title=\"https:\/\/lnks.gd\/l\/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDIsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMzAzMTcuNzM1MjIwMTEiLCJ1cmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5taWNoaWdhbi5nb3YvdGF4ZXMvaWl0In0.wIdMsQBogTeRJgBJve2Cfw4_ZPcCsieYAelZ0Zyv3TM\/s\/965807135\/br\/156330055607-l\">Michigan.gov\/IncomeTax<\/a> or by calling (517) 636-4486. Forms are also available at many libraries, Northern Michigan post offices, and Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) offices across the state.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span><b><i>All applications for the credit must be received by Sept. 30, 2023.\u00a0<\/i><\/b><\/span><\/p>\n<div><span>Additional information can be found on the <a href=\"https:\/\/lnks.gd\/l\/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDMsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMzAzMTcuNzM1MjIwMTEiLCJ1cmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5taWNoaWdhbi5nb3YvdGF4ZXMvcXVlc3Rpb25zL2lpdC9hY2NvcmRpb24vaGVhdGluZy9ob21lLWhlYXRpbmctY3JlZGl0LWluZm9ybWF0aW9uLTEifQ.7nhag6sepwYF4_1ASZinU1ODw_9pNfHWpzN-tNu4hH4\/s\/965807135\/br\/156330055607-l\" data-ogsc=\"\" title=\"https:\/\/lnks.gd\/l\/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDMsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMzAzMTcuNzM1MjIwMTEiLCJ1cmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5taWNoaWdhbi5nb3YvdGF4ZXMvcXVlc3Rpb25zL2lpdC9hY2NvcmRpb24vaGVhdGluZy9ob21lLWhlYXRpbmctY3JlZGl0LWluZm9ybWF0aW9uLTEifQ.7nhag6sepwYF4_1ASZinU1ODw_9pNfHWpzN-tNu4hH4\/s\/965807135\/br\/156330055607-l\">Home Heating Credit website<\/a>. For more information about resources available for heating assistance, go to <a href=\"https:\/\/lnks.gd\/l\/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDQsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMzAzMTcuNzM1MjIwMTEiLCJ1cmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5taWNoaWdhbi5nb3YvbWRoaHMvYXNzaXN0YW5jZS1wcm9ncmFtcy9lbWVyZ2VuY3ktcmVsaWVmL2VuZXJneXdlYXRoZXJpemF0aW9uIn0.K4bBSbuxVrTUXOqTDYFg8n9y91zumW7Q9viENmei8l4\/s\/965807135\/br\/156330055607-l\" data-ogsc=\"\" title=\"https:\/\/lnks.gd\/l\/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDQsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMzAzMTcuNzM1MjIwMTEiLCJ1cmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5taWNoaWdhbi5nb3YvbWRoaHMvYXNzaXN0YW5jZS1wcm9ncmFtcy9lbWVyZ2VuY3ktcmVsaWVmL2VuZXJneXdlYXRoZXJpemF0aW9uIn0.K4bBSbuxVrTUXOqTDYFg8n9y91zumW7Q9viENmei8l4\/s\/965807135\/br\/156330055607-l\">Michigan.gov\/HeatingAssistance<\/a>.\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<p><span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span><b>BETTER UNDERSTAND FINANCIAL AID AWARD LETTERS AT UPCOMING WEBINARS\u00a0<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>Students and families who have completed their Free Application for Student Aid (FAFSA) and received a financial aid award letter from their chosen college or university are encouraged to attend an upcoming webinar, according to the Michigan Department of Treasury.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<div><span>The MI Student Aid Outreach Team will be providing the following information during the webinars:\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<div>\n<ul>\n<li><span>How to compare college financial aid award letters,\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span>Tools to help students and families make the best financial decisions,\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span>Better understand the individual scholarships, grants, and loans offered,\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span>Scholarship search resources and easy to use budgeting tools,\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span>Submit general aid related questions via Q&amp;A and receive real-time answers.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div><span>All sessions are free of charge and open to the public. Please register for one session only, as space is limited.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<div>\n<ul>\n<li><span><a href=\"https:\/\/lnks.gd\/l\/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDIsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMzAzMjEuNzM3MzEyMDEiLCJ1cmwiOiJodHRwczovL3VzMDZ3ZWIuem9vbS51cy93ZWJpbmFyL3JlZ2lzdGVyL1dOX3RCb0ZlMWplUXU2bFczWGdjTG1JYVEifQ.I0jtp_VxSkpOGmnXC1py_QyYbzb3IUY-oAjNT7ZcZyQ\/s\/245387846\/br\/156491855752-l\" data-ogsc=\"\" title=\"https:\/\/lnks.gd\/l\/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDIsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMzAzMjEuNzM3MzEyMDEiLCJ1cmwiOiJodHRwczovL3VzMDZ3ZWIuem9vbS51cy93ZWJpbmFyL3JlZ2lzdGVyL1dOX3RCb0ZlMWplUXU2bFczWGdjTG1JYVEifQ.I0jtp_VxSkpOGmnXC1py_QyYbzb3IUY-oAjNT7ZcZyQ\/s\/245387846\/br\/156491855752-l\">April 13 at 6:30-7:30 pm\u00a0<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span><a href=\"https:\/\/lnks.gd\/l\/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDMsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMzAzMjEuNzM3MzEyMDEiLCJ1cmwiOiJodHRwczovL3VzMDZ3ZWIuem9vbS51cy93ZWJpbmFyL3JlZ2lzdGVyL1dOX1BQZTc2alBCU19PRFVwQnpoOGUwZlEifQ.69nDRnOOKOvTaYRzKBUaYrleIDWKzQm-K_TGIQEQ8kY\/s\/245387846\/br\/156491855752-l\" data-ogsc=\"\" title=\"https:\/\/lnks.gd\/l\/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDMsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMzAzMjEuNzM3MzEyMDEiLCJ1cmwiOiJodHRwczovL3VzMDZ3ZWIuem9vbS51cy93ZWJpbmFyL3JlZ2lzdGVyL1dOX1BQZTc2alBCU19PRFVwQnpoOGUwZlEifQ.69nDRnOOKOvTaYRzKBUaYrleIDWKzQm-K_TGIQEQ8kY\/s\/245387846\/br\/156491855752-l\">April 27 at 6:30-7:30 pm<\/a>\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div><span>For more resources, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/lnks.gd\/l\/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDQsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMzAzMjEuNzM3MzEyMDEiLCJ1cmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5taWNoaWdhbi5nb3YvbWlzdHVkZW50YWlkL3N0dWRlbnRzLWZhbXMvdW5kZXJzdGFuZGluZy15b3VyLWF3YXJkLWxldHRlciJ9.YbyOaFrV3QAjBMV7Ast9c5L6_EFJ5ob80T7g7T9nLv0\/s\/245387846\/br\/156491855752-l\" data-ogsc=\"\" title=\"https:\/\/lnks.gd\/l\/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDQsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMzAzMjEuNzM3MzEyMDEiLCJ1cmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5taWNoaWdhbi5nb3YvbWlzdHVkZW50YWlkL3N0dWRlbnRzLWZhbXMvdW5kZXJzdGFuZGluZy15b3VyLWF3YXJkLWxldHRlciJ9.YbyOaFrV3QAjBMV7Ast9c5L6_EFJ5ob80T7g7T9nLv0\/s\/245387846\/br\/156491855752-l\">Understanding Your Award Letter<\/a> on MI Student Aid\u2019s website.\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<div><span><\/span><\/div>\n<div>\n<p><span><b>$3 MILLION AWARDED TO HELP UNDER-REPRESENTED YOUTH BUILD BRIGHTER FUTURES IN MICHIGAN\u00a0<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>Governor Gretchen Whitmer and the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity (LEO) announced the recipients of Young Professionals grants totaling $3 million to provide under-represented young residents with a meaningful introduction to the world of work, including on-site, hybrid and virtual career exploration and job preparation activities.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>Young Professionals grants support young residents, ages 14-24, who face barriers on the path to obtaining employment by exposing them to multiple career and educational opportunities, earning a short-term training certificate, and obtaining work experience.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>These grants have been awarded to the state\u2019s Michigan Works! network, with the 16 agencies receiving awards ranging from $100,000 to $250,000 to support the creation and\/or enhancement of a locally developed Young Professionals employment initiative to meet the unique needs of the communities they serve.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>Michigan Works! provides career preparation, employment opportunities, and supportive services throughout the state. These agencies play a crucial role in the recruitment of employees, with a focus on regionally in-demand industries such as construction, energy, healthcare, information technology, manufacturing, and mobility.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>The Young Professionals initiative aligns with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sixtyby30.org\/?utm_medium=email&amp;utm_source=govdelivery\" data-ogsc=\"\" title=\"https:\/\/www.sixtyby30.org\/?utm_medium=email&amp;utm_source=govdelivery\">Michigan\u2019s Sixty by 30 goal<\/a> to increase the number of working-age adults with a skill certificate or college degree to 60% by 2030.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>Parents and young Michiganders should contact their local Michigan Works! Agency to find out what programs are available to support their academic and career training goals. To contact the nearest Michigan Works! Service Center, call (800) 285-WORKS (9675) or visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.michiganworks.org\/?utm_medium=email&amp;utm_source=govdelivery\" data-ogsc=\"\" title=\"https:\/\/www.michiganworks.org\/?utm_medium=email&amp;utm_source=govdelivery\">MichiganWorks.org<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<div><span>\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<p><span><b>VIRTUAL BABY SAFETY FAIR\u00a0<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>On April 4, 2023, from 10 &#8211; 11:30 am, join the Oakland County Health Division for a virtual baby safety fair to learn about important safety information to keep your baby or grandbaby safe. You don&#8217;t need to be an Oakland County resident to participate.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<div><span>Topics will include:\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<div>\n<ul>\n<li><span>Child Passenger Safety,\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span>Marijuana and Vaping Risks &amp; Cessation,\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span>Referrals through WIC,\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span>Postpartum Depression and Coping,\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span>Wellness Visits,\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span>Infant Safe Sleep Friendly Gifts.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div><span>Please register at <a href=\"https:\/\/lnks.gd\/l\/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJlbWFpbCI6ImNrcmF1c2VAc2VuYXRlLm1pY2hpZ2FuLmdvdiIsImJ1bGxldGluX2xpbmtfaWQiOiIxMDAiLCJzdWJzY3JpYmVyX2lkIjoiMjk2ODA0MDgzNiIsImxpbmtfaWQiOiIyNjUwNjIwNTkzIiwidXJpIjoiYnAyOmRpZ2VzdCIsInVybCI6Imh0dHBzOi8vb2FrZ292LmNvMS5xdWFsdHJpY3MuY29tL2pmZS9mb3JtL1NWXzBpaHBuUjFidzNCb2dkdyIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMzAzMjAuNzM2NDQ1NTEifQ.ZsrABxT43IiMo48bi42Zgiqlp1AOVGpcPuSka_eDzPA\" data-ogsc=\"\" title=\"https:\/\/lnks.gd\/l\/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJlbWFpbCI6ImNrcmF1c2VAc2VuYXRlLm1pY2hpZ2FuLmdvdiIsImJ1bGxldGluX2xpbmtfaWQiOiIxMDAiLCJzdWJzY3JpYmVyX2lkIjoiMjk2ODA0MDgzNiIsImxpbmtfaWQiOiIyNjUwNjIwNTkzIiwidXJpIjoiYnAyOmRpZ2VzdCIsInVybCI6Imh0dHBzOi8vb2FrZ292LmNvMS5xdWFsdHJpY3MuY29tL2pmZS9mb3JtL1NWXzBpaHBuUjFidzNCb2dkdyIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMzAzMjAuNzM2NDQ1NTEifQ.ZsrABxT43IiMo48bi42Zgiqlp1AOVGpcPuSka_eDzPA\">bit.ly\/3XzkIYs<\/a>. Registration is required.\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<p><span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span><b>HELPING MEDICAID MEMBERS KEEP THEIR COVERAGE\u00a0<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span><i>Take action to avoid a gap in coverage\u00a0<\/i><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>At the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, the federal government declared a Public Health Emergency (PHE), allowing Medicaid members to keep their health care coverage. Per recent federal legislation, eligibility renewals will start again in June. Monthly renewal notifications will be sent by mail beginning in May.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<div><span>Following these steps will help determine if you still qualify:\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<div>\n<ul>\n<li><span>Make sure your contact information is up to date.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span>Check mail or text messages for a letter.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span>Complete your renewal form (if you get one).\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div><span>If you\u2019re a Medicaid member, learn more about how these changes may affect your health care coverage at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.michigan.gov\/mdhhs\/end-phe\" data-ogsc=\"\" title=\"https:\/\/www.michigan.gov\/mdhhs\/end-phe\">Michigan.gov\/2023benefitchanges<\/a>.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Dear Friends, I hope this newsletter reaches you and your family safe and healthy. 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