[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ theme_builder_area=”post_content” _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” type=”4_4″ theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/senatedems.com\/wojno\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/02\/Wojno_EmailBanner.png” _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” theme_builder_area=”post_content” alt=”Wojno banner” title_text=”Senator Paul Wojno” url=”www.senatedems.com\/wojno\/” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” theme_builder_area=”post_content” custom_margin=”-15px|auto||auto||”][et_pb_column _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” type=”4_4″ theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” theme_builder_area=”post_content” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n
Dear Neighbor,<\/p>\n
As we enter the holiday season and prepare to celebrate all things winter, I hope you are taking time to rest and gather with loved ones. The end of the year is a perfect opportunity to express gratitude in our lives \u2014 and I am incredibly grateful to serve and represent you in District 10.<\/p>\n
In this legislative year alone, the Senate Majority has passed critical legislation to address the issues and challenges facing our state. I am pleased that our caucus accomplished this by listening and engaging in real conversations with constituents. I look forward to our continued progress in the new year.<\/span><\/p>\n As always, if you or someone you know, wants to provide any feedback about what\u2019s happening in Lansing or needs assistance of any sort, please feel free to reach out to my office. You can email us at SenPWojno@senate.michigan.gov<\/a> or call 517-373-3860.<\/span><\/p>\n Warmest regards,<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” column_structure=”1_3,1_3,1_3″ theme_builder_area=”post_content” custom_margin=”-18px|auto||auto||”][et_pb_column _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” type=”1_3″ theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/senatedems.com\/wojno\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/02\/Wojno_Signature.jpg” _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” theme_builder_area=”post_content” title_text=”Wojno_Signature” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” type=”1_3″ theme_builder_area=”post_content”][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” type=”1_3″ theme_builder_area=”post_content”][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” theme_builder_area=”post_content” custom_margin=”-10px|auto||auto||”][et_pb_column _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” type=”4_4″ theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” theme_builder_area=”post_content” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n Paul Wojno<\/b> <\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n Included in this Newsletter <\/b><\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Community Updates <\/b><\/span><\/p>\n Warren Swearing-In Ceremony<\/i><\/b><\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” theme_builder_area=”post_content” custom_margin=”-18px|auto||auto||”][et_pb_column _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” type=”4_4″ theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/senatedems.com\/wojno\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/12\/WojnoPicture1.jpg” _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” theme_builder_area=”post_content” title_text=”WojnoPicture1″ hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” theme_builder_area=”post_content” custom_margin=”-13px|auto||auto||”][et_pb_column _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” type=”4_4″ theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” theme_builder_area=”post_content” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n It was a pleasure to attend the unofficial swearing-in ceremony for our newly elected Warren City Council members and Mayor! I look forward to partnering with them as we work to move the city of Warren forward.<\/p>\n Food Security<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n In the state of Michigan, many communities are struggling to access food on a daily basis. In fact, according to the 2022 Food Security Council final <\/span>report<\/a>, food insecurity increased to approximately 1.9 million people in Michigan at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, including 552,000 children. Throughout the holiday season, the issue of food insecurity is often exacerbated, and many families go without a holiday dinner. However, local food banks and food centers serve as vital resources and aid in reducing the food insecurity gap during the holiday season and beyond. To learn more, click <\/span>here<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n EGLE Invites Public Input on Implementing MI Healthy Climate Plan<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n The Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) is inviting Michigan residents to offer input on the implementation of the MI Healthy Climate Plan in preparation for federal funding.<\/span><\/p>\n The aim is to identify local needs and provide localized context for Michigan climate action while involving local governments and community organizations. Each meeting will educate attendees about the plan and the latest progress. However, the main purpose is to gather feedback on key strategies for climate action, particularly those with the most significant greenhouse gas reduction measures.<\/span><\/p>\n Upcoming meeting dates:<\/span><\/p>\n Comments or questions can also be submitted to EGLE\u2019s Office of Climate and Energy (OCE) at EGLE-OCE@Michigan.gov<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n Learn more online about the <\/span>public input sessions<\/a> and the <\/span>MHCP<\/a> and stay up to date by subscribing to <\/span>Michigan Climate Action News and Updates<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n MI Dept. of Agriculture and Rural Development Invites Feedback on Grant Programs Implementing MI Healthy Climate Plan<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) launched a \u20182024 Industry Input Survey\u2019 and is now asking for feedback for its upcoming grant programs next year. The results will help shape program priorities that better reflect the needs of Michigan\u2019s food and agriculture industry.<\/span><\/p>\n In addition to the online survey, here are some upcoming industry stakeholder input meetings:<\/p>\n The new grant programs launching next year include over $10 million in funding from the United States Department of Agriculture\u2019s Agricultural Marketing Service through the Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure (RFSI) program and $1.8 million in state dollars for supporting Michigan\u2019s food and agriculture supply chains.<\/p>\n Additionally, MDARD received $2.9 million for a new program aimed at helping minority-owned food and agriculture ventures in the Governor\u2019s Fiscal Year 2024 budget. The Department is working to build out this new program to support and expand minority food and agriculture businesses throughout Michigan. The survey closes on December 20, 2023. For more information, click <\/span>here<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n Michigan Department of Lifelong Education, Advancement and Potential Officially Launches<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n On December 1, Governor Gretchen Whitmer officially launched the Michigan Department of Lifelong Education, Advancement, and Potential, or MiLEAP. The new department, established by executive order in July, is tasked with improving outcomes from preschool through postsecondary so anyone can \u2018make it in Michigan\u2019 with a solid education and a path to a good-paying job.<\/span><\/p>\n The new department will take over several early learning, higher education, and education partnership responsibilities from other state departments. Over 300 staff members will join MiLEAP in the same roles they had in their previous department. For more information, click <\/span>here<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n Legislative Updates<\/b><\/p>\n The Reproductive Health Act<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n Nearly 2.5 million Michigan voters showed overwhelming support for Proposal 3 in November 2022 after the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade<\/i>.<\/span><\/p>\n On November 22, Michigan took another bold step forward to ensure Michigan laws reflect Michigan values when Gov. Whitmer signed into law the Reproductive Health Act, Senate Bills 474<\/a>\u2013477<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n The Reproductive Health Act:<\/span><\/p>\n This legislation was crafted with constituents and advocates in mind \u2014 taking into account their diverse lived experiences and perspectives.<\/p>\n Protecting Survivors of Domestic Violence from Further Abuse<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n Domestic violence is a crisis facing women and families across Michigan and the United States. The issue of domestic violence is also deeply interconnected with gun violence, as more abusers are choosing firearms as their weapon of choice.<\/span><\/p>\n For a long time under state law, individuals convicted of a domestic violence misdemeanor were not barred from possessing or carrying a firearm for any amount of time. This dangerous loophole was closed on Nov. 21, when Senate Bills <\/span>471<\/a>, <\/span>472<\/a>, and <\/span>528<\/a> \u2014 sponsored by Sen. Stephanie Chang and Sen. Sue Shink \u2014 were signed into law.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” theme_builder_area=”post_content” custom_margin=”-16px|auto||auto||”][et_pb_column _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” type=”4_4″ theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/senatedems.com\/wojno\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/12\/Domestic-ViolencePicture2.png” _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” theme_builder_area=”post_content” title_text=”Domestic ViolencePicture2″ hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” theme_builder_area=”post_content” custom_margin=”-12px|auto||auto||”][et_pb_column _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” type=”4_4″ theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” theme_builder_area=”post_content” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n Michigan has now joined the majority of states that have enhanced protections for survivors of domestic violence. Click here<\/a> to read more about this legislation.<\/p>\n If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, visit the Michigan State Police webpage on domestic violence <\/span>here<\/a> for more information, or call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233.<\/span><\/p>\n Financial Disclosure, Improving Transparency<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n For a long time, Michigan was one of only two states where lawmakers did not have to file any type of public report about their personal finances. After extensive input from stakeholders and lawmakers, bipartisan financial disclosure Senate Bills <\/span>613<\/a>–<\/span>616<\/a>, sponsored by Sen. Jeremy Moss and Sen. Sam Singh, passed the Senate nearly unanimously and are now one step closer to helping improve government transparency and codify Proposal 1 of 2022 \u2014 which was supported by 2.8 million Michigan voters just last year.<\/span><\/p>\n Per Proposal 1 of 2022, and going beyond it, the legislation passed would ensure that starting next year on April 15, each lawmaker must disclose:<\/span><\/p>\n The Senate bills also extend this disclosure to candidates for office so that voters can vet these potential conflicts as they decide on who they want to represent them.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Resources <\/b><\/p>\n AG Nessel Launches New Consumer Protection Website, Holiday Scams Campaign<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n With the launch of Attorney General Nessel\u2019s annual Holiday Scam Campaign, the Department is also launching a new Consumer Protection website and logo! The website now includes:<\/span><\/p>\n Michigan residents who follow the Department\u2019s Instagram page and share at least five Instagram stories will qualify for the drawing to win a $25 gift card. There is no purchase or entry fee required to win, and residents are not required to be present at a state office or event. The winner must be a resident of the state, and their name will be randomly drawn from qualified users.<\/p>\n For more information, click <\/span>here<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n To file a complaint with the Attorney General, or get additional information, contact:<\/span><\/p>\n Consumer Protection Team Your connection to consumer protection is just a click or phone call away. The Department provides a library of resources for consumers to review anytime on a variety of topics.<\/p>\n Student Tools for Emergency Planning \u2014 Deadline Extended for the 2023-24 School Year!<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n
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P.O. Box 30213
<\/span>Lansing, MI 48909
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<\/span>Fax: 517-241-3771
<\/span>Toll-free: 877-765-8388
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