{"id":6752,"date":"2025-02-14T11:10:52","date_gmt":"2025-02-14T16:10:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/senatedems.com\/wojno\/?p=6752"},"modified":"2025-02-14T11:10:54","modified_gmt":"2025-02-14T16:10:54","slug":"district-10-news-and-updates-13","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dev.senatedems.com\/wojno\/2025\/02\/14\/district-10-news-and-updates-13\/","title":{"rendered":"District 10 News and Updates"},"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\/wojno\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/12\/Senator-Paul-Wojno.png&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; title_text=&#8221;Senator-Paul-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;4.27.3&#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\">I hope you have a Happy Valentine\u2019s Day and are able to spend time with loved ones. February also marks Black History Month and Cancer Awareness Month. In this newsletter we have included events to celebrate Black History Month, as well as resources in honor of Cancer Awareness Month!<\/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.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Featured in Today\u2019s Newsletter:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Celebrating Black History This Month and Beyond\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;:240,&quot;335559991&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Valentine\u2019s Day is Here!\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;:240,&quot;335559991&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Michigan Education Trust Makes College Savings Even More Accessible for Working Families<\/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;:240,&quot;335559991&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Cancer Awareness Month\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;:240,&quot;335559991&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">2025 Grow Detroit\u2019s Young Talent Application Portal Now Open\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;:240,&quot;335559991&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">February 11 Was 2-1-1 Day!\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;:240,&quot;335559991&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Remembering the Lives Lost on February 13, 2023<\/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;:240,&quot;335559991&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Warren Community Homebuying Resource Fair\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;:240,&quot;335559991&quot;:360}\"> <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Please feel free to reach out to share your thoughts or seek assistance with challenges you may be facing with state departments. You can email me at <a href=\"mailto:senpwojno@senate.michigan.gov\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">SenPWojno@senate.michigan.gov<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> or call (517) 373-8360.\u202f<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Warmest regards,\u202f<\/span><\/p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/senatedems.com\/wojno\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/02\/Wojno_Paul_Signature_Official.png&#8221; title_text=&#8221;Wojno_Paul_Signature_Official&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; width=&#8221;30%&#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\">Paul Wojno<br \/><\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">State Senator<br \/><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">District 10<\/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;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\/wojno\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/11\/EnewsHeaders_News-Resources.png&#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><strong><span data-contrast=\"none\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun MacChromeBold SCXW24236354 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW24236354 BCX0\">Celebrating Black History This Month and Beyond<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW24236354 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;:257}\">\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\/wojno\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/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=\"none\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW61401277 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW61401277 BCX0\">February is <\/span><\/span><a class=\"Hyperlink SCXW61401277 BCX0\" href=\"https:\/\/www.michigan.org\/blackhistory\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun Underlined SCXW61401277 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW61401277 BCX0\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">Black History Month<\/span><\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW61401277 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW61401277 BCX0\">, 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 <\/span><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW61401277 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW61401277 BCX0\">\u2014 whose <\/span><\/span><a class=\"Hyperlink SCXW61401277 BCX0\" 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.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun Underlined SCXW61401277 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW61401277 BCX0\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">birthday<\/span><\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW61401277 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW61401277 BCX0\"> is annually celebrated on Feb. 4.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW61401277 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;: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\/wojno\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/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 fought hard to ensure Michigan is a state where anyone has the opportunity to succeed, no matter their background or the color of their skin. From <\/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\/anthony\/2024\/07\/30\/state-budget\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">centering equity in our state budget investments<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">, my colleagues and I are committed to uplifting communities 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\">Valentine\u2019s Day is Here!<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Valentine&#8217;s Day is upon us, and while love is certainly in the air, the history behind this cherished occasion might surprise you. Believe it or not, there were actually <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.history.com\/topics\/valentines-day\/history-of-valentines-day-2#section_1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">two St. Valentines<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">, which raises the question: were they both waiting for sweethearts to embrace, or was one of them crafting the infamous &#8220;<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.history.com\/news\/victorian-valentines-day-cards-vinegar\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">vinegar valentines<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">?\u201d These cheeky Victorian-era cards, also known as <\/span><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">penny dreadfuls<\/span><\/i><span data-contrast=\"none\">, offered a sharp refusal to unwanted admirers and suitors. And who could forget that those adorable conversation hearts, originally started as <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mentalfloss.com\/article\/61510\/history-conversation-heart\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">medical lozenges!<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Fast forward to the present, and Valentine&#8217;s Day has morphed into a major spending holiday, with Americans expected to shell out a staggering <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.statista.com\/statistics\/285028\/us-valentine-s-day-sales\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">$27.5 billion this year<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> \u2014 averaging $193 per person. The floral industry is blooming, with approximately <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/safnow.org\/aboutflowers\/holidays-occasions\/valentines-day\/valentines-day-floral-statistics\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">2.8 billion cut roses<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> set to fill homes across the country, while about 190 million greeting cards are poised to be delivered. And let\u2019s not forget our furry companions; in 2020, around 27.6 million households splurged on <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/how-much-do-americans-spend-on-their-pets-on-valentines-day\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Valentine\u2019s gifts on their pets<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">, proving that love extends beyond just humans. Whether you&#8217;re celebrating with a partner, friends, or even your<\/span> <span data-contrast=\"none\">cherished pet, Valentine\u2019s Day remains a heartwarming reminder that love \u2014 past, present, and future \u2014 is worth cherishing and sharing!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Michigan Education Trust Makes College Savings Even More Accessible for Working Families<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The Michigan Education Trust (MET) is Michigan\u2019s 529 prepaid tuition program. The MET is making opening a college savings account more accessible than ever with a new $25 minimum enrollment contribution beginning 2025, replacing the previous requirement to purchase at least one credit hour to start.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Families interested in opening a MET or learning more about the program can visit <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/links-2.govdelivery.com\/CL0\/https:%2F%2Fwww.setwithmet.com\/1\/01010194dcdfc910-4fe57477-f5a1-40c0-8029-6d5f37199700-000000\/5ddcovPTFf99To2UjTxK6JCLmJsP3xcQiaCG3n4CfBc=391\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">MET\u2019s website<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">. Enrollment for the $25 minimum begins immediately.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Cancer Awareness Month<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">February is Cancer Awareness Month! This month we strive to raise awareness about cancer and prevention efforts. The detrimental effects of cancer are felt by many Michiganders, so Cancer Awareness Month is the perfect time to share resources and support for all those impacted:<\/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><\/li>\n<li><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><a href=\"https:\/\/www.michigan.gov\/mdhhs\/keep-mi-healthy\/chronicdiseases\/cancer\/wisewoman\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">WISEWOMAN Program<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> helps participants understand their chronic disease risk factors through a free health screening<\/span><\/li>\n<li>American Cancer Society Michigan <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cancer.org\/about-us\/local\/michigan.html\" style=\"font-size: 14px\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">local resources<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\" style=\"font-size: 14px\"> and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cancer.org\/about-us\/local\/michigan.html#:~:text=help%20is%20free.-,Local%20Events,-American%20Cancer%20Society\" style=\"font-size: 14px\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">events<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\" style=\"font-size: 14px\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">2025 Grow Detroit\u2019s Young Talent Application Portal Now Open\u00a0<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The 2025 application for the Grow Detroit\u2019s Young Talent (GDYT) portal is now open. This program offers meaningful summer employment opportunities for Detroit\u2019s youth, aged 14 through 24 years of age.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">GDYT offers a citywide summer jobs program that trains and employs young adults for up to 120 hours. Youth participants must be permanent residents of the city of Detroit and be eligible to work in the United States. There are a broad range of jobs available to the participants. Examples of jobs include community cleanups, event planning, accounting, retail, and the Junior Police or Fire Cadets to name a few. Last year, over 8,000 local youth received employment, which is the goal again this year.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">To learn more about the application process please visit, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/gdyt.org\/youth\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">gdyt.org\/youth<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">February 11 Was 2-1-1 Day!<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">On February 11, we recognized 2-11 day! During this day, we focused on raising awareness about the toll-free health and human services referral service system, 2-1-1. This program, available across all 50 states, Washington, D.C., and Puerto Rico, is a fantastic resource to connect people with information and resources to build healthy, safe communities. Made possible through partnership with local United Way offices, 2-1-1 is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. To learn more and for help getting connected with resources, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/mi211.org\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">click here<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> or simply call 2-1-1.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Remembering the Lives Lost on February 13, 2023<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">This past Thursday we honored and paid remembrance to the lives lost in the February 13 shooting that took place at Michigan State University in 2023. This year is the two-year mark of the tragedy, and I would like to take time to remember the lives lost and those affected by this event, as well as thank all the first responders who worked tirelessly to secure the safety of the students and staff. Since this incident, the Michigan Legislature has passed <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/senatedems.com\/blog\/2023\/12\/01\/gun-violence-prevention-2\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">common sense gun laws<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> to ensure incidents like this do not occur again.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">For those still struggling with the aftermath of this event, resources are available. 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