Dear Neighbor,
Happy Breast Cancer Awareness Month! I am honored to serve as the state representative for the 53rd House District and proud to be a strong advocate in Lansing for our community. Please encourage your friends and family to stay connected and subscribe to this e-newsletter. The e-news keeps everyone up-to-date on legislation and policies coming from the Capitol, coffee hours, and other virtual and in-person community events.
In service,
State Rep.
Brenda Carter
53rd House District
In this Issue:
- Upcoming Events
- Auto No-Fault Reform
- Financial Literacy Tour Finale
- MI Fitness Grant
- Lung Health Awareness Month PSA
- Mental Health Resources
Upcoming Events
- Financial Literacy Tour Finale: In-Person
- Friday, Oct. 13, from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
- Auburn Hills Marriott Pontiac
- 3600 Centerpoint Parkway, Pontiac, MI 48341
- Facebook Event Link
- Goldner Walsh Coffee Hour: In-Person
- Monday, Oct. 9, from 8:30-9:30 a.m.
- 559 Orchard Lake Road in Pontiac
- Facebook Event Link
- Waterford Senior Center Coffee Hour: In-Person
- Monday, Oct. 9, from noon to 1 p.m.
- 3621 Pontiac Lake Road in Waterford
- Facebook Event Link
Auto No-Fault Reform
For years, fixing Michigan’s auto no-fault laws and lowering insurance costs for Michiganders has been one of my top priorities. After the passage of historic legislation on issues from gun safety to reproductive health, the Legislature has turned its focus to auto no-fault reform. While the 2019 reforms made meaningful progress, we recognize that insurance costs and other aspects of the law have not lived up to our expectations. I am, therefore, happy to announce that my colleagues and I have begun talks to further reform auto no-fault in Michigan. I hope to be able to offer updates on our progress in the near future.
Financial Literacy Tour Finale
Over the last few months, I have been traveling the state to educate Michiganders on financial topics including credit unions, banking, saving, investing and many other topics. It is important that everyone understands the impact of finance on their lives; becoming financially literate can help people understand how to manage their finances and work toward a bright financial future. In this spirit, I invite you to join me at the Auburn Hills Marriott Pontiac to close out my Financial Literacy Tour. I hope to see all of your bright faces as we come together with other lawmakers, financial institutions and residents to help educate each other on all kinds of financial issues.
MI Fitness Grant
I am happy to announce that the Michigan Fitness Association is making $8.5 million in grant funds from the Michigan Economic Development Corp. available to Michigan fitness businesses! All Michigan-based fitness facilities, boutiques, gyms or studios are eligible to apply for and receive funds from the Michigan Fitness Association Health and Wellness Enhancement Grant. This grant is exclusively available to Michigan fitness industry businesses for the purpose of helping those businesses grow and enhance the health and wellness of their communities. Learn more about the Michigan Fitness Association Health and Wellness Enhancement Grant by visiting mfafit.org.
Mental Health Resources
Many people struggle with mental health every day, but thankfully, there are more resources available than ever that can help. It is always helpful to remember that you are not alone in this fight. Millions of Americans struggle with their mental health, and for these reasons, the state of Michigan and the U.S. as a whole are making historic investments in mental health resources. The 988 hotline is here for whatever you might need to talk about 24/7. Additionally, crisis and distress support for first responders and their family members can be obtained by calling (833) 34-STRONG 347-8766).
If you are living with serious mental illness or substance use challenges and feel it will help lower your stress if you talk with someone who understands these issues, get help from:
Michigan Peer Warmline
(888) PEER-753 (733-7753)
Available every day from 10 a.m. to 2 a.m.
The State of Michigan, Michigan State University and the University of Michigan have compiled resources for Michigan residents at the following links:
www.michigan.gov/coronavirus/resources/mental-health-resources
https://medicine.umich.edu/dept/psychiatry/mental-health-resource-list