Sen. Hertel, Mayor Gillis Join Local Leaders at Groundbreaking of Lions Field Community Pool Construction

by jlindsay | Sep 9, 2024 | Budget

Sen. Hertel, Macomb County Public Works Commissioner Miller Celebrate Funding Secured for Local Water Monitoring Efforts 

by jlindsay | Aug 7, 2024 | Budget

Funding for SEMCOG’s Drinking Water Monitoring Program will ensure local communities are equipped with the knowledge necessary to protect public health    MACOMB COUNTY, Mich. (August 6, 2024) — On July 24, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed the Fiscal Year (FY) 2025 State...

Sens. Cavanagh, Irwin Introduce Legislative Package to Improve Access to Contraception, Give Michiganders the Freedom to Plan

by jlindsay | Jul 30, 2024 | Reproductive Healthcare

While other states work to restrict individuals’ reproductive rights, Michigan Senate Democrats are leading the fight to protect freedom of choice for all LANSING, Mich. (July 30, 2024) — Building on a list of policy wins to protect Michiganders’ reproductive freedom,...

Sen. Hertel, Rep. Mentzer Join Local Leaders at Demolition of Mt. Clemens Victory Inn, Break Ground on Housing Project 

by jlindsay | Jul 30, 2024 | Budget

Demolition of the old Victory Inn, made possible by state funds, marks the beginning of transformational project to bring more housing options to the city    MT. CLEMENS, Mich. (July 30, 2024) — Today, Sen. Kevin Hertel (D-St. Clair Shores) and Rep. Denise Mentzer...

Sen. Hertel Celebrates Signing of State Budget, Including Investments to Build up Senate District 12

by jlindsay | Jul 24, 2024 | Budget

DETROIT, Mich. (July 24, 2024) — Sen. Kevin Hertel (D-St. Clair Shores) has issued the following statement regarding the governor’s signing of the state budget for the upcoming 2025 Fiscal Year:    “This state budget is more than just numbers on a page; it’s a...