Michigan Dems Introduce Gun Violence Prevention Bills
Legislative majority introduces bills in House and Senate LANSING, Mich., Feb. 21, 2023 — Michigan House Democrats joined their Senate colleagues in the introduction of legislation to encourage gun safety and help prevent acts of violence like the...
Senate Democrats Celebrate Passage of Historic Tax Relief
Michiganders to see major savings under Lowering MI Costs Plan LANSING, Mich. (Feb. 16, 2023) — Today, Senate Democrats touted the passage of legislation to deliver the biggest tax relief initiative Michigan has seen in decades. The bill will...
Senate Passes Hertel Resolution Pushing for New Fighter Mission at Selfridge Air Base
Effort seeks to build on Michigan’s military presence, manufacturing infrastructure and geography to land lucrative contract LANSING, Mich. (Feb. 8, 2023) — Today, the Michigan Senate voted to pass Senate Resolution 9, legislation introduced by...
Senate Democratic Majority Passes Working Families Tax Credit, Pension Tax Repeal to Immediately Support Struggling Residents
Majority moves quickly to deliver key priorities, will continue progress on pressing needs of Michiganders LANSING, Mich. (Jan. 26, 2023) — The Michigan Senate Democratic Majority voted today to pass Senate Bill 1 to repeal the pension tax...
Sen. Hertel on Gov. Whitmer’s State of the State Address
LANSING, Mich. (Jan. 25, 2023) — Sen. Kevin Hertel (D-St. Claire Shores) has issued the following statement in response to Governor Gretchen Whitmer’s “State of the State” address on Wednesday evening: “The Governor's mention of Senate Bill 1...
Sen. Hertel on Being Sworn Into 102nd Michigan Legislature
LANSING, Mich. (Jan. 11, 2023) — Sen. Kevin Hertel (D-St. Clair Shores) has issued the following statement after being sworn into office to serve in the 102nd Michigan Legislature: “From Harper Woods to Harsens Island, our lakeshore district...
Sen. Hertel on Introduction of Retirement Tax Repeal Bill
LANSING, Mich. (Jan. 11, 2023) — Sen. Kevin Hertel (D-St. Clair Shores) has issued the following statement after introducing a bill to repeal the retirement tax on Michigan seniors: “For over a decade, Michigan families have been waiting for a...
Sen. Hertel on Introduction of Retirement Tax Repeal Bill
LANSING, Mich. (Jan. 11, 2023) — Sen. Kevin Hertel (D-St. Clair Shores) has issued the following statement after introducing a bill to repeal the retirement tax on Michigan seniors: “For over a decade, Michigan families have been waiting for a...
Sens. Klinefelt, Anthony, Hertel and Irwin Introduce Legislative Package to Strengthen Protections for Vulnerable Adults
LANSING, Mich. (June 12, 2024) — Today, Sens. Veronica Klinefelt (D-Eastpointe), Sarah Anthony (D-Lansing), Kevin Hertel (D-St. Clair Shores), and Jeff Irwin (D-Ann Arbor) introduced Senate Bills 922-925 to better protect those who are unable to...
Sen. Hertel Meets with Student Gun Violence Prevention Advocates to Discuss Solutions, Encourage Continued Activism
GROSSE POINTE WOODS, Mich. (June 6, 2024) — Today, Sen. Kevin Hertel (D-St. Clair Shores) met with the Grosse Pointe North High School’s chapter of Students Demand Action to listen to their experiences, talk about the importance of civic engagement...
Michigan Senate Passes Sen. Hertel’s Legislation to Expand Municipalities’ Toolbox for Building Strong, Vibrant Downtowns
Bipartisan legislation to modify the definition of a downtown district would allow communities such as Clay Township to grow their downtown footprint LANSING, Mich. (June 5, 2024) — Yesterday, the Michigan Senate acted in a bipartisan fashion to...
💦 Protecting Lake St. Clair (Plus Seasonal Resources!)
Dear Neighbor, From Grosse Pointe to Harsens Island — Lake St. Clair is what binds each and every one of our communities together. As costal residents, we know the importance of clean water. Not only do we depend on the lake for drinking water,...
Recognizing May as Mental Health Awareness Month & Other Legislative Updates
Dear Neighbor, While we are in the thick of budget season up in Lansing, the Michigan Senate has also had a busy legislative calendar as we work to advance policies to address the everyday issues facing residents. In this newsletter, you can read...
Michigan Senate Passes Sen. Hertel’s Legislation to Drive Economic Development Across Michigan, Promote Job Creation and Boost Local Revenue Streams
Legislation to attract large-scale data centers will allow Michigan to cultivate the economy of the future, resulting in a positive impact on jobs, local businesses, education, and more LANSING, Mich. (May 9, 2024) — Today, the Michigan Senate...
Community Connections + Upcoming Summer Events
Dear Neighbor, The sunshine has been out in full force, and I could not be more excited about the many things happening across our lakeshore district this season. With Lake St. Clair, a wide variety of lakefront restaurants, vibrant small...
Summer in Pure Michigan — Water, Boating and Fishing
Dear Neighbor, From Grosse Pointe to Harsens Island — Lake St. Clair is what binds eachand every one of our communities together. As coastal residents, we know the importance of clean water. Not only do we depend on the lake for drinking water, but...
Investments to Improve Public Safety + Secure the Future of Selfridge
Dear Neighbor, With spring finally here and all the sunshine and warmth that accompanies the new season, I’m energized to continue delivering results for our lakeshore community and look forward to all we can accomplish together. Since my last...
McDonald Rivet, Anthony, Hertel, Farhat, Fitzgerald, Mentzer, and Churches Introduce ‘Child Care for All’ Legislation
New plan aims to lower costs for Michigan families and providers, boost workforce LANSING, Mich. (April 18, 2024) — Today, Sen. Kristen McDonald Rivet (D-Bay City), Sen. Sarah Anthony (D-Lansing), Sen. Kevin Hertel (D-St. Clair Shores), Rep....
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