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House Dems Deliver for School Safety, Mental Health
Legislators continue putting students, educators first LANSING, Mich. Sept. 25, 2024 — Michigan House Democrats passed House Bill 5503 today, [...]
Tate Commends Supreme Court for Striking Down Republican Adopt-And-Amend Tactic
LANSING, Mich., July 31, 2024 — In an opinion released today, the Michigan Supreme Court ruled that adopting an initiated [...]
Tate on the Passing of Tim Sneller
LANSING, Mich., July 12, 2024 — Former Rep. Tim Sneller has died at the age of 68. After hearing [...]
Legislative Leaders Celebrate Passage of FY25 Budget
Bipartisan, balanced budget will support students, boost public safety, and build affordable housing LANSING, Mich. — Michigan Democrats celebrated passage [...]
Witwer on Revised Revenue Estimate
LANSING, Mich., May 17, 2024 — Economists from the House and Senate fiscal agencies and State Budget Office gathered this [...]
Tate Commends Newest Economic Data: Unemployment Down, Jobs Up
LANSING, Mich., March 21, 2024 — Michigan officials announced today that the state’s unemployment rate has dropped to 3.9%; additionally, [...]
Michigan Dems have made it easier to make your voice heard! There are only 19 days until the upcoming election. If you have an absentee ballot, make sure to pop it in the mail to ensure it gets to your clerk on time. ... See MoreSee Less
Did you know the first recorded Filipino in America arrived in 1587? This month, we honor the incredible contributions of Filipino Americans to our culture, history and communities. From agriculture to the arts, let's celebrate the richness of this beautiful heritage! #FilipinoAmericanHistoryMonth ... See MoreSee Less
Did you know that in Michigan you can vote by mail, early at your clerk's office or in person on Election Day? For more information, check out this article. ... See MoreSee Less
How to check if you're registered to vote in Michigan before November election
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Michigan voters, are you wondering if you're registered to vote ahead of the Nov. 5 election? Here's how to check.To cut down on costs and put money back in Michiganders' pockets, MI Dems increased the Working Families Tax Credit, passed universal meals for kids in public school and repealed the retirement tax. We will never stop #PuttingPeopleFirst every chance we get. ... See MoreSee Less
The care crisis is crushing Michigan families. It’s time we talk about it. • Michigan Advance
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As a young mother in Detroit, Nicole and her husband both work full-time to make ends meet. All summer, they had to patch together childcare by relying on expensive day camps and trading favors with h...One in five kids have dyslexia, but that doesn't mean one in five kids should be left behind. We passed legislation to screen kids early on for reading challenges, including dyslexia, so that they can get the resources they need to read, learn and live with confidence, just like Caroline's son. ... See MoreSee Less
Today, we honor the deep connection Indigenous peoples have with the land and their vital contributions to society. To strengthen ties with the 12 federally recognized tribes, we passed legislation to create the Office of Tribal Legislative Liaison, ensuring tribal leaders have a voice in the Legislature. ... See MoreSee Less
"Parents can send their kids to school with peace of mind, knowing that the House Dems have listened to their concerns and have taken real action to deliver schools the resources they need to keep kids healthy and safe." — State Representative Matt Koleszar ... See MoreSee Less
Whitmer signs bills to boost school safety, mental health support and literacy
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Whitmer also signed two bills aimed at helping to detect dyslexia among students and to boost training for literacy coaches in K-12 schools.ICYMI: This week, Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed new literacy legislation into law, providing Michigan schools with tools to close Michigan's literacy gap. When kids read with confidence, they learn with confidence. #MichEd ... See MoreSee Less
Today, we honor the incredible farmers whose hard work nourishes our bodies and supports our communities. Their dedication, from dawn till dusk, ensures we have fresh, healthy food on our plates. #NationalFarmersDay ... See MoreSee Less