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Transformational State Budget Takes Effect as New Fiscal Year Begins
“Budget for the People” invests in Michigan kids, workers and communities October 1 marked the beginning of a new fiscal year for the state of Michigan — the day when the historic state budget the Michigan Senate passed on June 28 takes effect. Totaling $81.7...
Democratic Legislators Introduce Legislation to Help Students with Dyslexia
LANSING, Mich. (Oct. 5, 2023) — On Wednesday, Sen. Jeff Irwin (D-Ann Arbor), Sen. Dayna Polehanki (D-Livonia) and Rep. Carol Glanville (D-Walker) introduced comprehensive legislation to identify children who show signs of dyslexia and provide evidence-based...
Senate Democrats Deliver on First Big Fall Priority to Curb High Drug Costs, Protect Residents’ Health
Legislation to establish Prescription Drug Affordability Board in Michigan has widespread support LANSING, Mich. (Oct. 04, 2023) — Today, the Michigan Senate passed Senate Bills 483-485. The bills, sponsored by Sens. Darrin Camilleri (D-Trenton), Kristen McDonald...
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During National Teacher Appreciation Week, we’re backing our thanks with action. The Senate‑passed 2027 education budget proposal includes $150 million for teacher bonuses — a meaningful step to support educators and strengthen Michigan classrooms.
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On International Firefighters’ Day, we honor the firefighters who put their lives on the line for our communities. Senate Democrats have backed that gratitude with action — investing in equipment, training, and safer staffing so firefighters can do their jobs safely. Thank you for protecting Michigan.
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Children’s mental health matters — online and offline.
During Children’s Mental Health Awareness Week, we’re highlighting our Kids Over Clicks legislation, which will protect kids online from addictive algorithms, data mining, and predatory content.
Learn more: senatedems.com/kids-over-clicks/
During National Teacher Appreciation Week, we’re backing our thanks with action. The Senate‑passed 2027 education budget proposal includes $150 million for teacher bonuses — a meaningful step to support educators and strengthen Michigan classrooms.
During National Teacher Appreciation Week, we’re backing our thanks with action. The Senate‑passed 2027 education budget proposal includes $150 million for teacher bonuses — a meaningful step to support educators and strengthen Michigan classrooms.
On International Firefighters’ Day, we honor the firefighters who put their lives on the line for our communities. Senate Democrats have backed that gratitude with action — investing in equipment, training, and safer staffing so firefighters can do their jobs safely. Thank you
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