Sen. Hertel Continues Fight to Support Teachers, First Responders, Calls for an End to Political Games
As Michigan House Republicans withhold critical legislation from being presented to the governor, Sen. Hertel calls for immediate action LANSING, Mich. (Jan. 22, 2025) — In response to the passage of Senate Resolution 3, which empowers the...
Hertel, Singh, Camilleri Tackle Urgent Tipped Wage Fix and Wage Theft on Day One, Making Workers a Priority in 2025
Balancing the interests of workers, small businesses, and consumers, this legislative package seeks to build a fair economy that works for all LANSING, Mich. (Jan. 8, 2025) — On day one of a new legislative session, Senate Democrats are not shying...
Michigan Senate Passes Comprehensive Legislative Package to Hold Sexual Abusers Accountable, Provide Justice for Survivors
Legislation led by Sen. Hertel would make Michigan safer for all potential victims of sexual assault and child sex abuse LANSING, Mich. (Dec. 13, 2024) — Today, the Michigan Senate passed the “Justice for Survivors” package to give survivors of...
Sen. Hertel Applauds the Senate’s Passage of Legislation to Support First Responders and Protect Michigan Communities
LANSING, Mich. (Dec. 12, 2024) — Compared to other Midwest states, Michigan falls significantly behind when it comes to the total number of full-time professional firefighters, posing a threat to the health and safety of both first responders and...
Senate Committee Passes McDonald Rivet Legislation to Improve Child Care for Parents, Providers, and Workers
Bills to Streamline and Expand Access to Child Care Subsidies, Modernize Licensing Recommended to Full Senate LANSING, Mich. (Dec. 10, 2024) – Today, the Michigan Senate Housing and Human Services Committee passed legislation introduced by State...
Sen. Klinefelt Introduces Legislation in the Senate to Support First Responders and Protect Michigan Communities
LANSING, Mich. (December 3, 2024) — Today, Sen. Veronica Klinefelt (D-Eastpointe) rallied with Michigan firefighters on the steps of the state Capitol to discuss legislation she recently introduced in the Senate to allow firefighters to bring their...
Shop Small to Make a Big Difference This Holiday Season
After seeing the challenges faced by small business owners such as his grandparents, Sen. Kevin Hertel reflects on the important role small businesses play in Michigan communities and how we all can do our part to support them Michigan’s economy...
Uplifting Michigan Veterans in the Capitol and Our Communities
Michigan Senate Democrats express gratitude for everything Michigan veterans have done for our nation and continue to do for our communities Every year on November 11, Americans come together to express profound gratitude for those who honored our...
Honey, Hunting and Health Care: How Senate Democrats are Uplifting Michigan’s Rural Communities
Michigan’s rural communities are close-knit, bonded by a sense of pride in place and rooted in connections that, for some, go back for generations. Neighbors not only care for each other, but are also thoughtful stewards of the forests, fields, and...
Sen. Hertel on the Senate’s Passage of Protections Against Abuse for Vulnerable Adults
To protect the state’s aging population and vulnerable adults, the Michigan Senate takes bipartisan action to implement tools to better detect and address cases of abuse LANSING, Mich. (Oct. 16, 2024) — Elder abuse and exploitation is a serious...
Hertel, Singh, Camilleri Tackle Urgent Tipped Wage Fix and Wage Theft on Day One, Making Workers a Priority in 2025
Balancing the interests of workers, small businesses, and consumers, this legislative package seeks to build a fair economy that works for all LANSING, Mich. (Jan. 8, 2025) — On day one of a new legislative session, Senate Democrats are not shying...
Michigan Senate Passes Comprehensive Legislative Package to Hold Sexual Abusers Accountable, Provide Justice for Survivors
Legislation led by Sen. Hertel would make Michigan safer for all potential victims of sexual assault and child sex abuse LANSING, Mich. (Dec. 13, 2024) — Today, the Michigan Senate passed the “Justice for Survivors” package to give survivors of...
Sen. Hertel Applauds the Senate’s Passage of Legislation to Support First Responders and Protect Michigan Communities
LANSING, Mich. (Dec. 12, 2024) — Compared to other Midwest states, Michigan falls significantly behind when it comes to the total number of full-time professional firefighters, posing a threat to the health and safety of both first responders and...
Senate Committee Passes McDonald Rivet Legislation to Improve Child Care for Parents, Providers, and Workers
Bills to Streamline and Expand Access to Child Care Subsidies, Modernize Licensing Recommended to Full Senate LANSING, Mich. (Dec. 10, 2024) – Today, the Michigan Senate Housing and Human Services Committee passed legislation introduced by State...
Sen. Klinefelt Introduces Legislation in the Senate to Support First Responders and Protect Michigan Communities
LANSING, Mich. (December 3, 2024) — Today, Sen. Veronica Klinefelt (D-Eastpointe) rallied with Michigan firefighters on the steps of the state Capitol to discuss legislation she recently introduced in the Senate to allow firefighters to bring their...
Sen. Hertel on the Senate’s Passage of Protections Against Abuse for Vulnerable Adults
To protect the state’s aging population and vulnerable adults, the Michigan Senate takes bipartisan action to implement tools to better detect and address cases of abuse LANSING, Mich. (Oct. 16, 2024) — Elder abuse and exploitation is a serious...
Senate Committee Unanimously Votes to Advance Legislative Package to Strengthen Protections for Vulnerable Adults
To better protect the state’s aging population and vulnerable adults, Michigan Senate seeks to implement tools to better detect and address cases of abuse LANSING, Mich. (Oct. 2, 2024) — According to the Michigan Dept. of Attorney General,...
Senate Committee Hears Testimony on Legislation to Improve Access to Contraception, Give Michiganders the Freedom to Plan
From over-the-counter contraception to postpartum contraception, Senate Democrats are paving the way to a future where Michiganders have full control over their reproductive health LANSING, Mich. (Sept. 26, 2024) — Today, Sens. Mary Cavanagh...
Michigan Senate Unanimously Passes Sen. Hertel’s Legislation to Expand Survivor Benefits for Public Safety Officers
Michigan Senate takes bipartisan steps to bolster support for first responders LANSING, Mich. (Sept. 17, 2024) — Today, the Michigan Senate unanimously passed Senate Bill 834. Introduced by Sen. Kevin Hertel (D-St. Clair Shores), this...
Senate Committee Advances Sen. Hertel’s Legislation to Expand Survivor Benefits for Public Safety Officers
On the 23rd anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks, the Michigan Senate takes bipartisan steps to bolster support for first responders LANSING, Mich. (Sept. 11, 2024) — On the 23rd anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist...
2024 Year in Review
Dear Neighbor,As we enter a new year and a new legislative session, I want to take a moment to reach out and reflect on the progress made and victories won for the people of our lakeshore district. Together with your partnership, we’ve been able to...
Hertel Hosts Roundtable with Local Workers, Small Business Owners to Talk Solutions on Tipped Wage, Paid Sick Leave
Meeting underscores the importance of putting politics aside to find compromise and deliver solutions to build a fair economy that works for all ST. CLAIR SHORES, Mich. (Feb. 10, 2025) — As new policies around Michigan’s tipped wage and paid sick...
Legislation to Put Michiganders First
Dear Neighbor, With the first month of the year already over, we’re one step closer to the end of winter and the start of spring! But before the snow melts and the ice thaws for the year, make sure you don’t miss out on the fun of a pure Michigan...
Hertel Looking Forward to Partnering with Gov. Whitmer, Michigan House to Secure the Future of Selfridge
As another budget process gets underway, Hertel reaffirms his commitment to using his role on the Appropriations Cmte. to secure critical dollars for the Harrison Twp. base LANSING, Mich. (Feb. 5, 2025) — Today, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s seventh...
Sen. Hertel Joins Local Leaders to Celebrate the Life of Lou’s Pet Shop’s Beloved Tortoise, Franky
GROSSE POINTE WOODS, Mich. (Feb. 3, 2025) — On Jan. 31, 2025, Sen. Kevin Hertel (D-St. Clair Shores) joined local leaders and Donnie Cook, owner of Lou’s Pet Shop, to celebrate the life of Franky the Sulcata tortoise. During the event, Sen. Hertel...
Senate Majority Leader Brinks Files Lawsuit Against Republican Speaker Hall for Violating Constitution, Failing to Send Passed Legislation to Governor
NOTE: Legal documents related to today's lawsuit filing are attached. LANSING, Mich. (Feb. 3, 2025) — Today, Senate Majority Leader Winnie Brinks (D-Grand Rapids) hosted a press conference where she announced that the Michigan Senate has filed a...
Hertel Stands with Teachers, First Responders During Senate Committee Hearing on Critical Legislation Blocked by House Republicans
As Michigan House Republicans withhold vital legislation from being presented to the governor, Sen. Hertel calls for immediate end to their political games LANSING, Mich. (Jan. 29, 2025) — Today, the Senate Labor Committee heard direct testimony...
Sen. Hertel on His ‘YES’ Vote Supporting Greater Government Transparency Through FOIA Expansion
LANSING, Mich. (Jan. 29, 2025) — Today, the Michigan Senate passed a bipartisan package of bills to expand the scope of the state’s Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) to include the Michigan Legislature and governor. In response to this...
Sen. Hertel on MDHHS Announcement to Move Youth Offenders From Grayling Facility to the Macomb County Juvenile Justice Center
MT. CLEMENS, Mich. (Jan. 24, 2025) — Today, the Michigan Dept. of Health and Human Services announced their intentions to close the Shawono Center in Grayling, Michigan, and relocate the youth offenders to the Macomb County Juvenile Justice Center....
Community Connections, Clean Water Investments, and More!
Dear Neighbor, Michigan’s infamous winter weather is here! As temperatures drop, I hope you are staying safe and warm. Be sure to take extra care when going outside or traveling in these conditions: bundle up, watch out for ice, and pay attention...
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