Sen. Shink, Volunteers Celebrate Budget Wins for the Environment and Water at Huron River Cleanup Event
Sen. Sue Shink (D-Northfield Twp.) and U.S. Rep. Debbie Dingell (D-Ann Arbor), along with conservation organizations and community members, gathered at Bandemer Park in Ann Arbor on August 4 for a river cleanup event. Co-hosted by the Michigan League of Conservation...
Historic ‘Budget for the People’ Signed into Law, Making Transformative Investments in Michigan Families, Workers and Communities
This budget makes critical investments to improve lives and Michigan’s future For the first time in forty years, Michigan has a budget that makes vital investments in the people that make up the fabric of our state: families, kids, workers, business owners, seniors...
Senate Democrats Celebrate Michigan’s Historic Economic Success
Unemployment rate reaches historic low as Michigan legislators work to make Michigan a place of economic opportunity for all In June, Michigan saw an additional 23,000 workers join the labor force which contributed to the state reaching a near-record-low unemployment...
From Pre-K to College: Supporting All Students in Michigan
Within the Senate Majority, these former teachers are taking on prominent leadership roles A few years ago, Assistant Senate Majority Leader Darrin Camilleri (D-Trenton) was teaching high school social studies in southwest Detroit. This legislative session, he led...
Historic Investment in Kids, Schools Are Hallmarks of Michigan’s Education Budget
For the first time, Michigan’s Education Budget was crafted by legislators with hands-on experience in the classroom Michiganders have made themselves clear: They want legislators who are willing to listen and deliver on the issues that matter most with thoughtful and...
Raise a glass to Michigan’s beer industry: It’s Michigan Beer Month!
Beer is an integral part of the fabric of Michigan and has been embedded into our state culture ever since the beverage was first brought to prominence by settlers. Entrepreneurial icons like Bernhard Stroh established a family brewery in Detroit in 1850, beginning a...
Pride Month: The Progress Continues
As Pride Month comes to a close, Michigan Senate Democrats continue the fight to ensure Michigan represents a safe space for all members of the LGBTQ+ community. This #MajorityForThePeople is committed to instilling a sense of inclusion and belonging in Michigan —...
Senate Democratic Majority Passes Transformative ‘Budget for the People,’ Tackles Pressing Needs of Michigan Kids, Workers and Communities
Budget includes major investments at local and state levels to improve lives, state's future LANSING, Mich. (June 28, 2023) — Today, the Michigan Senate Democrats passed their first majority-led state budget in 40 years, and with it, transformational change for...
Senate Democrats Introduce Michigan Voting Rights Act to Strengthen Election Protections for Voters
On heels of recent legislation to expand voters’ access, lawmakers now tackle voters’ rights, combat discrimination and disinformation LANSING, Mich. (June 22, 2023) — Today, the Michigan Senate Democratic Majority introduced legislation to establish the Michigan...
Senate’s Next Phase of Work Gets Underway on Clean Energy Future Plan
Senate Energy and Environment Committee hears testimony on innovative plan to help lower utility costs and reduce carbon emissions for homes and businesses NOTE: A graphic on the Clean Energy Future Plan is attached and included below. LANSING, Mich. (June 22,...