State Representative
Julie Brixie
Okemos | 73rd House District
Serving 91,543 constituents in Locke Township, Leroy Township, White Oak Township, Stockbridge Township, Bunker Hill Township, Ingham Township, Wheatfield Township, Williamston, south Meridian Township, south East Lansing, Alaiedon Township, Mason, Vevay Township, Leslie, Leslie Township, Onondaga Township, Aurelius Township
juliebrixie@house.mi.gov
(517) 373-0218
Office: N-1092 House Office Building
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Yesterday was the anniversary of the passage of the Affordable Care Act. This transformational program has done so much for Americans, who prior to the ACA, suffered from being denied coverage over their pre-existing conditions and being enrolled in plans with dollar or lifetime limits - limits that restricted care for nearly 20,000 Americans each year.
The ACA:
- Halved the number of uninsured, strengthened coverage and codified consumer protections.
- Expanded affordable health coverage to nearly 40 million Americans.
- Dropped America's uninsured rate to an all-time low of 7.2%.
- Saved $1.4 billion in out-of-pocket costs on birth control in the first year of ACA coverage alone.
- Gave young people just starting out a hand by letting them stay on their parents' insurance until age 26.
- Capped insulin costs at $35 for seniors and people with disabilities.
- As of 2025, capped out of pocket costs for prescription drugs at $2,000 for seniors and people with disabilities.
Donald Trump and Elon Musk have been looking for things to cut that will allow them to cut taxes for America's wealthiest people - and Medicaid looks to be on the chopping block. Michigan Republicans have followed their playbook and passed a budget that would take away health care for 3 million Michiganders.
That's because 1 in 4 Michiganders are enrolled in Medicaid, including 1 million children, 300,000 people with disabilities, 168,000 seniors, and 40% of people living in our rural areas.
We MUST do everything we can to defend our most crucial programs, like Medicaid, and keep vulnerable Michiganders from losing the protections they've relied on for the past 15 years.On the 15th anniversary of the Affordable Care Act, we're thinking back to when we passed legislation to protect Michiganders' access to health care. Everyone deserves quality, affordable coverage they can rely on. Meanwhile, Republicans are cutting health care for 1 in 4 Michiganders.
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Some highlights of the week:
Presenting a tribute to Dart Bank in celebration of their 100 years serving our community.
Getting to know young farmers at MSU Extension's 4-H Day (yes, I grilled them about tariffs).
Talking to constituents from my district abotu their experiences with bleeding disorders and the needs of the Hemophilia Foundation.
Celebrating PA 39 with dietitian nutritionists - a new law going into effect that will improve their licensing structure and make healthcare more accessible and affordable.
And last but not least, celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Ronald McDonald House with the best taste bud, Grimace!
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Michigan Republicans cheered on Trump's decision to shut down the Department of Education today while passing HR 55, a Resolution that supports the dissolution of DOE.
Donald Trump, Elon Musk and House Republicans keep pointing out that reading scores are low - exactly what we've been saying for years while encouraging Michigan Republicans to stop divesting in K-12 education. But their playbook worked - they consistently defunded and devalued our schools and students so that they can claim educators are the problem rather than the politicians who have refused to make real investments in our children for years.
Approximately 90% of American students and 95% of students with disabilities learn in our public schools. They need more opportunities, more resources and greater protections, not less.
Trump orders end to Department of Education. What it means for Michigan | Bridge Michigan
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President Donald Trump is taking steps to further shrink the Department of Education's influence in education.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Today for #SunshineWeek, we re-introuced the BRITE Act to Bring Reforms for Integrity, Transparency and Ethics in government. My bills would require politicians to disclose their dark money transactions.
Everybody wants dark money out of politics, yet millions of dark money was pumped into last year's election. Our campaign finance laws exist for a reason. The public deserves to know their elected officials are working for them, not for billionaires and special interest groups.
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As Co-Chair of Governor Whitmer's bipartisan Michigan Women's Commission (MWC), I had an amazing opportunity to chat with Catwoman herself about women's health in Michigan.
Halle Berry joined us for the "Menopause: Its's a Movement!" event that kicked off MWC's project to increase awareness of menopause and its impact on workforce participation and help develop policy solutions that can keep working women healthy and successful as they age.
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Today in the House, I voted no on a Resolution that supports banning transgender girls from competing in school sports. These are young women trying to make friends, gain confidence, be active and participate in school activities, yet they are being named a problem and a threat to their peers by their own government.
The MHSAA already has rules for determining who can participate in sports at different skill levels. Claims that this Resolution is intended to prevent unfair advantages are disingenuous - this would apply a one-size-fits-all approach to an existing process.
The Resolution is symbolic and carries no legal ramifications, but there are real and dangerous consequences when a government body attacks an already underserved population. In 2024, only 2 transgender girls participated in high school sports in Michigan, but there are so many LGBTQ+ students and people hurting from the actions of their representatives today.
I'll always believe our children deserve the freedom to express themselves safely. Growing up is hard, especially when you're struggling with uncertainty about your identity. The cruelest thing we can do is isolate these students from their friends, teams and coaches.
I was proud to stand behind Rep. Emily Dievendorf, who put it best: "This resolution isn't about fairness. It isn't about protecting women's sports. This isn't about safety because there is no threat."
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Thank you standing up for trans kids!
With six months left to negotiate a budget between the House, Senate and Executive Office (something we've repeatedly been able to do regardless of divided government) House Republicans voted to skip the entire budget process and passed a proposal that would slash state spending by over 90% and goes into effect "if" there is a government shutdown.
It's an unprecedented and unnecesary move that only signals Republicans have no interest in working with us on a budget plan. They're determined to run out the clock, defund our schools and cut the services Michiganders depend on, like Medicaid.
House Democrats had 20 minutes to review the budget proposal before voting on it last week. Thankfully, my "no vote" was an easy decision.
The Republican plan for Michigan would take away health care for nearly 3 million Michiganders. It would eliminate school meals for children. It cuts revenue sharing to local communities by 7% - which will have a huge impact on our local EMS services and water infrastructure.
Michiganders are having a hard time. Egg prices are soaring. Trump's tariffs have shaken the stock market and put our auto and agriculture industries at risk. Amid so much uncertainty, Republicans unanimously voted to gut our state services and make life less affordable for us all.
I'm willing to work hard for our state and I want to reach across the aisle - but Republicans have slammed the door on compromise - 6 months early.
My colleagues and I will use this time to do everything we can to bring them back to the table, but I'm disheartened that Michiganders have to sit by while their representatives fail to provide for - or even consider - their needs.
Michigan Republicans back budget plan that puts Medicaid on the chopping block
gandernewsroom.com
House Republicans passed a budget plan that could slash nearly $880 billion from health care programs—including one that provides health care for nearly 3 million Michiganders.1 CommentsComment on Facebook
It's March Reading Month! I stopped by North Aurelius Elementary School in Mason this afternoon to read to their fantastic 1st grade classes. Literacy is the foundation for all other learning, which is why it's so important to promote a healthy appetite for reading. Check out their free book vending machine!
Thanks to the teachers and administrators at North Aurelius for having me and making thing go so smoothly today.
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Fun!
East Lansing's 54B District Court will be hosting a Road to Restoration driver's license clinic this upcoming Tuesday, March 11th at the Union Missionary Baptist Church in Lansing from 10am-4pm.
The Road to Restoration program helps Michigan residents connect with MDOS staff and volunteer attorneys to determine the best path to reinstate their driving privileges.
More information and registration info can be found on the Secretary of State website here:
www.michigan.gov/sos/license-id/road-to-restoration
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Yesterday was the anniversary of the passage of the Affordable Care Act. This transformational program has done so much for Americans, who prior to the ACA, suffered from being denied coverage over their pre-existing conditions and being enrolled in plans with dollar or lifetime limits - limits that restricted care for nearly 20,000 Americans each year.
The ACA:
- Halved the number of uninsured, strengthened coverage and codified consumer protections.
- Expanded affordable health coverage to nearly 40 million Americans.
- Dropped America's uninsured rate to an all-time low of 7.2%.
- Saved $1.4 billion in out-of-pocket costs on birth control in the first year of ACA coverage alone.
- Gave young people just starting out a hand by letting them stay on their parents' insurance until age 26.
- Capped insulin costs at $35 for seniors and people with disabilities.
- As of 2025, capped out of pocket costs for prescription drugs at $2,000 for seniors and people with disabilities.
Donald Trump and Elon Musk have been looking for things to cut that will allow them to cut taxes for America's wealthiest people - and Medicaid looks to be on the chopping block. Michigan Republicans have followed their playbook and passed a budget that would take away health care for 3 million Michiganders.
That's because 1 in 4 Michiganders are enrolled in Medicaid, including 1 million children, 300,000 people with disabilities, 168,000 seniors, and 40% of people living in our rural areas.
We MUST do everything we can to defend our most crucial programs, like Medicaid, and keep vulnerable Michiganders from losing the protections they've relied on for the past 15 years.On the 15th anniversary of the Affordable Care Act, we're thinking back to when we passed legislation to protect Michiganders' access to health care. Everyone deserves quality, affordable coverage they can rely on. Meanwhile, Republicans are cutting health care for 1 in 4 Michiganders. ... See MoreSee Less
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Some highlights of the week:
Presenting a tribute to Dart Bank in celebration of their 100 years serving our community.
Getting to know young farmers at MSU Extension's 4-H Day (yes, I grilled them about tariffs).
Talking to constituents from my district abotu their experiences with bleeding disorders and the needs of the Hemophilia Foundation.
Celebrating PA 39 with dietitian nutritionists - a new law going into effect that will improve their licensing structure and make healthcare more accessible and affordable.
And last but not least, celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Ronald McDonald House with the best taste bud, Grimace! ... See MoreSee Less
0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Michigan Republicans cheered on Trump's decision to shut down the Department of Education today while passing HR 55, a Resolution that supports the dissolution of DOE.
Donald Trump, Elon Musk and House Republicans keep pointing out that reading scores are low - exactly what we've been saying for years while encouraging Michigan Republicans to stop divesting in K-12 education. But their playbook worked - they consistently defunded and devalued our schools and students so that they can claim educators are the problem rather than the politicians who have refused to make real investments in our children for years.
Approximately 90% of American students and 95% of students with disabilities learn in our public schools. They need more opportunities, more resources and greater protections, not less. ... See MoreSee Less
Trump orders end to Department of Education. What it means for Michigan | Bridge Michigan
www.bridgemi.com
President Donald Trump is taking steps to further shrink the Department of Education's influence in education.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Today for #SunshineWeek, we re-introuced the BRITE Act to Bring Reforms for Integrity, Transparency and Ethics in government. My bills would require politicians to disclose their dark money transactions.
Everybody wants dark money out of politics, yet millions of dark money was pumped into last year's election. Our campaign finance laws exist for a reason. The public deserves to know their elected officials are working for them, not for billionaires and special interest groups. ... See MoreSee Less
0 CommentsComment on Facebook
As Co-Chair of Governor Whitmer's bipartisan Michigan Women's Commission (MWC), I had an amazing opportunity to chat with Catwoman herself about women's health in Michigan.
Halle Berry joined us for the "Menopause: Its's a Movement!" event that kicked off MWC's project to increase awareness of menopause and its impact on workforce participation and help develop policy solutions that can keep working women healthy and successful as they age. ... See MoreSee Less
1 CommentsComment on Facebook
Today in the House, I voted no on a Resolution that supports banning transgender girls from competing in school sports. These are young women trying to make friends, gain confidence, be active and participate in school activities, yet they are being named a problem and a threat to their peers by their own government.
The MHSAA already has rules for determining who can participate in sports at different skill levels. Claims that this Resolution is intended to prevent unfair advantages are disingenuous - this would apply a one-size-fits-all approach to an existing process.
The Resolution is symbolic and carries no legal ramifications, but there are real and dangerous consequences when a government body attacks an already underserved population. In 2024, only 2 transgender girls participated in high school sports in Michigan, but there are so many LGBTQ+ students and people hurting from the actions of their representatives today.
I'll always believe our children deserve the freedom to express themselves safely. Growing up is hard, especially when you're struggling with uncertainty about your identity. The cruelest thing we can do is isolate these students from their friends, teams and coaches.
I was proud to stand behind Rep. Emily Dievendorf, who put it best: "This resolution isn't about fairness. It isn't about protecting women's sports. This isn't about safety because there is no threat." ... See MoreSee Less
1 CommentComment on Facebook
Thank you standing up for trans kids!
With six months left to negotiate a budget between the House, Senate and Executive Office (something we've repeatedly been able to do regardless of divided government) House Republicans voted to skip the entire budget process and passed a proposal that would slash state spending by over 90% and goes into effect "if" there is a government shutdown.
It's an unprecedented and unnecesary move that only signals Republicans have no interest in working with us on a budget plan. They're determined to run out the clock, defund our schools and cut the services Michiganders depend on, like Medicaid.
House Democrats had 20 minutes to review the budget proposal before voting on it last week. Thankfully, my "no vote" was an easy decision.
The Republican plan for Michigan would take away health care for nearly 3 million Michiganders. It would eliminate school meals for children. It cuts revenue sharing to local communities by 7% - which will have a huge impact on our local EMS services and water infrastructure.
Michiganders are having a hard time. Egg prices are soaring. Trump's tariffs have shaken the stock market and put our auto and agriculture industries at risk. Amid so much uncertainty, Republicans unanimously voted to gut our state services and make life less affordable for us all.
I'm willing to work hard for our state and I want to reach across the aisle - but Republicans have slammed the door on compromise - 6 months early.
My colleagues and I will use this time to do everything we can to bring them back to the table, but I'm disheartened that Michiganders have to sit by while their representatives fail to provide for - or even consider - their needs. ... See MoreSee Less
Michigan Republicans back budget plan that puts Medicaid on the chopping block
gandernewsroom.com
House Republicans passed a budget plan that could slash nearly $880 billion from health care programs—including one that provides health care for nearly 3 million Michiganders.1 CommentsComment on Facebook
It's March Reading Month! I stopped by North Aurelius Elementary School in Mason this afternoon to read to their fantastic 1st grade classes. Literacy is the foundation for all other learning, which is why it's so important to promote a healthy appetite for reading. Check out their free book vending machine!
Thanks to the teachers and administrators at North Aurelius for having me and making thing go so smoothly today. ... See MoreSee Less
1 CommentComment on Facebook
Fun!
East Lansing's 54B District Court will be hosting a Road to Restoration driver's license clinic this upcoming Tuesday, March 11th at the Union Missionary Baptist Church in Lansing from 10am-4pm.
The Road to Restoration program helps Michigan residents connect with MDOS staff and volunteer attorneys to determine the best path to reinstate their driving privileges.
More information and registration info can be found on the Secretary of State website here:
www.michigan.gov/sos/license-id/road-to-restoration ... See MoreSee Less
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