Sen. Shink Secures $4.5M for Hayes Hotel Redevelopment Project in State Budget
LANSING, Mich. (June 28, 2024) — This week, Senate Democrats successfully passed its second state budget under the historic Democratic trifecta. The Fiscal Year 2025 State Budget builds on last year’s transformative budget by continuing to invest...
Sen. Shink Applauds U.S. Supreme Court’s Ruling Upholding Protections for Domestic Violence Victims, Including New Michigan State Law
Shink was the sponsor of Senate Bill 528, which along with Senate Bill 471 and House Bill 4945, strengthens domestic violence protections from gun violence LANSING, Mich. (June 22, 2024) — Sen. Sue Shink (D-Northfield Twp.) has issued the...
State Legislature Holds Joint Committee on H5N1 in Michigan
Sen. Shink Invites MDARD to Testify H5N1 at Joint Committee HearingLANSING, Mich. (June 13, 2024) — Yesterday, Sen. Sue Shink (D-Northfield Twp.) chaired a joint meeting of the Senate Committee on Natural Resources and Agriculture and the House...
Sen. Shink Joined by Jackson County Michigan National Guard Veteran for Senate’s 29th Annual Memorial Day Ceremony
NOTE: Photo Included Below LANSING, Mich. (May 24, 2024) — Thursday, May 23, Sen. Sue Shink (D-Northfield Twp.) was joined at the Michigan Senate’s 29th Annual Memorial Day Ceremony by her distinguished guest, Trista Rink, a Jackson County...
Senate Passes Shink Resolution Declaring May 5-12 as Correctional Officers Week in Michigan
LANSING, Mich. (May 9, 2024) — Today, the Senate passed Senate Resolution 118 declaring May 5-12, 2024, Correctional Officers Week in Michigan. The resolution is sponsored by Sen. Sue Shink (D-Northfield Twp.) and had bipartisan support in the...
Sen. Sue Shink Encourages Non-Profits, Local Governments to Apply for MI Neighborhood Program Funding
Eligible applicants can receive funding to support housing development LANSING, Mich. (March 28, 2024) — Sen. Sue Shink (D-Northfield Twp.) is encouraging local nonprofits, developers, and local units of government to apply for the first round...
Sen. Sue Shink Celebrates Investments to Support Local Organizations in Jackson and Washtenaw Counties
Community organizations to receive $3 million in grant funding to support and uplift community centers and aid homeless veterans LANSING, Mich. (March 26, 2024) — Sen. Sue Shink (D-Northfield Twp.) is happy to announce the allocation of...
Join Me for a Violence Intervention Town Hall
Dear Neighbor, I invite you to join me and special guests State Representative Carrie Rheingans and Mayor Daniel Mahoney for a Violence Intervention Town Hall this Monday, March 11 to discuss important issues in our community and hear updates on...
Lt. Governor Gilchrist Signs Bipartisan Bills Reforming Michigan’s Juvenile Justice System
Implements recommendations of Michigan Task Force on Juvenile Justice Reform DETROIT, Mich.—Today, Lieutenant Governor Garlin Gilchrist signed first of its kind, bipartisan legislation transforming Michigan’s juvenile justice system and...
Governor Whitmer Signs Historic Clean Energy & Climate Action Package
Legislation makes Michigan a national leader with 100% clean energy standard, strong labor provisions to build clean energy, streamlining construction of energy projects, and lowering utility costs DETROIT, Mich. – Today, Governor...
Sen. Shink Secures $4.5M for Hayes Hotel Redevelopment Project in State Budget
LANSING, Mich. (June 28, 2024) — This week, Senate Democrats successfully passed its second state budget under the historic Democratic trifecta. The Fiscal Year 2025 State Budget builds on last year’s transformative budget by continuing to invest...
Sen. Shink Applauds U.S. Supreme Court’s Ruling Upholding Protections for Domestic Violence Victims, Including New Michigan State Law
Shink was the sponsor of Senate Bill 528, which along with Senate Bill 471 and House Bill 4945, strengthens domestic violence protections from gun violence LANSING, Mich. (June 22, 2024) — Sen. Sue Shink (D-Northfield Twp.) has issued the...
State Legislature Holds Joint Committee on H5N1 in Michigan
Sen. Shink Invites MDARD to Testify H5N1 at Joint Committee HearingLANSING, Mich. (June 13, 2024) — Yesterday, Sen. Sue Shink (D-Northfield Twp.) chaired a joint meeting of the Senate Committee on Natural Resources and Agriculture and the House...
Sen. Shink Joined by Jackson County Michigan National Guard Veteran for Senate’s 29th Annual Memorial Day Ceremony
NOTE: Photo Included Below LANSING, Mich. (May 24, 2024) — Thursday, May 23, Sen. Sue Shink (D-Northfield Twp.) was joined at the Michigan Senate’s 29th Annual Memorial Day Ceremony by her distinguished guest, Trista Rink, a Jackson County...
Senate Passes Shink Resolution Declaring May 5-12 as Correctional Officers Week in Michigan
LANSING, Mich. (May 9, 2024) — Today, the Senate passed Senate Resolution 118 declaring May 5-12, 2024, Correctional Officers Week in Michigan. The resolution is sponsored by Sen. Sue Shink (D-Northfield Twp.) and had bipartisan support in the...
Sen. Sue Shink Encourages Non-Profits, Local Governments to Apply for MI Neighborhood Program Funding
Eligible applicants can receive funding to support housing development LANSING, Mich. (March 28, 2024) — Sen. Sue Shink (D-Northfield Twp.) is encouraging local nonprofits, developers, and local units of government to apply for the first round...
Sen. Sue Shink Celebrates Investments to Support Local Organizations in Jackson and Washtenaw Counties
Community organizations to receive $3 million in grant funding to support and uplift community centers and aid homeless veterans LANSING, Mich. (March 26, 2024) — Sen. Sue Shink (D-Northfield Twp.) is happy to announce the allocation of...
Lt. Governor Gilchrist Signs Bipartisan Bills Reforming Michigan’s Juvenile Justice System
Implements recommendations of Michigan Task Force on Juvenile Justice Reform DETROIT, Mich.—Today, Lieutenant Governor Garlin Gilchrist signed first of its kind, bipartisan legislation transforming Michigan’s juvenile justice system and...
Governor Whitmer Signs Historic Clean Energy & Climate Action Package
Legislation makes Michigan a national leader with 100% clean energy standard, strong labor provisions to build clean energy, streamlining construction of energy projects, and lowering utility costs DETROIT, Mich. – Today, Governor...
Gov. Whitmer Signs Bills Supporting Workers, Teachers, and Tribal Communities
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 29, 2023 Contact: press@michigan.gov Gov. Whitmer Signs Bills Supporting Workers, Teachers, and Tribal Communities Other legislation helps government work better LANSING, Mich.—Today, Governor Whitmer signed...
Shink, Senate Democrats Unveil the “Building Blocks” Needed to Cut Costs, Improve Child Care and Create Opportunity for Parents and Kids
Transformational proposal would lay the foundation for a strong future for children and parents with tax credit, cash stipend for new parents, and child care improvements LANSING, Mich. (March 12, 2025) — Today at a press conference joined by...
Packed House at Sen. Shink’s Coffee Hour as Residents Voice Concerns and Stay Engaged
NORVELL TWP., Mich. (March. 7, 2025) — Earlier today, Sen. Sue Shink (D-Northfield Twp.) hosted a Community Coffee Hour to connect with constituents and provide updates on the work being done in the state Legislature. Sen. Shink was joined by...
Sen. Shink Comments on Gov. Whitmer’s 2025 State of the State Address
LANSING, Mich. (Feb. 26, 2025) — Sen. Sue Shink (D-Northfield Twp.) issued the following statement in response to Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s “State of the State” address tonight: “While Michigan’s future holds promise, the uncertainty of looming...
Sen. Shink Meets with Jackson Area Corrections Officers to Hear Concerns
Delivering expanded retirement options, currently being politically blocked, remains a top priority JACKSON, Mich. (Feb. 21, 2025) — Today, Sen. Sue Shink (D-Northfield Twp.) met with local corrections officers and Michigan Corrections...
Renter’s Rights Panel, Celebrating Michigan’s Hardest Workers, Black History Month, and More!
Dear Neighbor, With half of February already behind us, we’re 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 beauty and fun of a pure Michigan...
Shink Condemns Trump’s Reckless Funding Freeze as Chaos Continues for Local and State Residents
Funding remains unconstitutionally withheld, leaving Michiganders, nonprofits, and health centers in crisis LANSING, Mich. (Feb. 14, 2025) — Today, Sen. Sue Shink (D-Northfield Twp.) denounced the Trump administration’s illegal freeze on federal...
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...
Focusing on Accountability and Affordability + Other Updates
Dear Neighbor, Michigan’s real 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 to...
Shink Continues Fight to Move Stalled Legislation, Deliver Vital Retirement Improvements for Corrections Officers
House Republicans illegally block legislation to strengthen recruitment and retention for corrections and other law enforcement officers LANSING, Mich. (Jan. 30, 2025) — Yesterday, Senate Democrats held a special meeting of the Senate Labor...
New Year, New Legislation, Community Event Updates and More
Dear Neighbor, Happy New Year! I hope you and your loved ones were able to enjoy a restful holiday season and are feeling energized for 2025. While it was great to spend time with my family over the holidays, due to extended family health issues,...
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