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Working to Build a Future Free from Gun Violence, Senate Judiciary Committee Advances Slate of Gun Safety Legislation
Actions coincide with Gun Violence Awareness Month, a time to honor communities shattered by gun violence and raise awareness of this growing issue LANSING, Mich. (June 5, 2025) — From big cities to small rural towns, gun violence hits communities in every corner of...
Michigan Senate Unites to Strengthen Protections and Benefits for Veterans
Senate votes unanimously to pass veteran-focused legislation sponsored by Santana, Hertel and Hauck LANSING, Mich. (June 3, 2025) — Today, in a show of support for veterans, the Michigan Senate unanimously passed three bills aimed at improving the lives of...
Putting Families First, Senate Democrats Introduce the “Building Blocks” Needed to Cut Costs, Create Opportunity
Transformational package would help make parenting more affordable for families across the state and give young Michiganders the best start possible LANSING, Mich. (May 15, 2025) — As the cost of everything from groceries and gas to health care and housing continues...
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With a #MajorityForThePeople, we are building a Michigan the next generation can be proud of.
While federal chaos creates uncertainty, Senate Democrats are focused on growth here at home. Our 2027 budget invests in workers, small businesses, and local communities — because our future should work for all of Michigan.
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Teachers are being buried by rising costs, and they need relief.
Even with pay increases, inflation is wiping out those gains, leaving many educators struggling to keep up.
We passed legislation to lower their health care costs, but House Republicans blocked it — refusing to send our bills to the governor and leaving Michigan teachers stuck paying the price.
Inflation is sucking the life out of teacher pay raises, report says
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While federal chaos creates uncertainty, Senate Democrats are focused on growth here at home. Our 2027 budget invests in workers, small businesses, and local communities — because our future should work for all of Michigan.
While chaos and uncertainty grow at the federal level, Senate Democrats are delivering relief here at home. Our 2027 budget lowers costs, protects health care, and invests in the programs families rely on.
Teachers are being buried by rising costs, and they need relief.
Even with pay increases, inflation is wiping out those gains, leaving many educators struggling to keep up.
We passed legislation to lower their health care costs, but House Republicans blocked it — refusing to
Families are feeling the strain of rising health care costs.
We’re taking action to lower premiums, cap drug prices, and protect people from medical debt, because no one should have to choose between their health and their wallet.
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