State Representative
Kristian Grant
Grand Rapids | 82nd House District
Serving 91,219 constituents in E/SE/S Grand Rapids, part of Wyoming
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(517) 373-1800
Office: S-1186 House Office Building
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Kristian Grant
Congratulations to the Hispanic Chamber and everyone who helped bring their vision to life!
I loved celebrating the opening of the West Michigan Hispanic Chamber of Commerce’s new home in Roosevelt Park.
This space will help Latino entrepreneurs grow their businesses, connect young people with career opportunities, and bring neighbors together. I’m excited to see the ideas, businesses, and relationships that grow here.
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Another exciting investment in District 82! 🚒
In 2023 I worked with Senator Brinks, the City of GR, the Firefighters, and others to secure $35M in funding for two new stations.
At the time we had the longest wait times in Kent County.
This week we cut the ribbon on our 2nd station on Division Ave. What an important investment. We are working to ensure that this part of town is no longer the “forgotten first ward” but a place that thrives.
It’s so meaningful that this station has been dedicated to the Hispanic community that it was built in and we cut the ribbon during Hispanic Heritage Month!
This new fire station means safer neighborhoods, stronger emergency response, and modern facilities for the firefighters who show up for our community every day.
This is what bringing state dollars back home is all about! So many people came together to make this possible, and I’m proud to see this investment become a reality for our Southside community. ❤️
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🎶🎨 Celebrating the art, culture, and creativity that make our community so special!
The African American Arts and Music Festival happens every year during ArtPrize while celebrating heritage, and bringing community together.
We were proud to recognize the festival with a special tribute honoring the incredible work they do to uplift Black voices, celebrate culture, and create opportunities for connection right here in Grand Rapids. 💙
Thank you to the AAAMF board, its organizers, and everyone who continues to make this celebration possible. Your work makes a difference in our community!
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Last week Governor Whitmer held the official bill signing for our new Low Income Housing Tax Credits program!
I’m proud to sponsor HB 5806 that was a part of the package.
This investment will help build new housing for families with lower incomes, and update existing housing for those families. 🏡💙
Joining Governor Whitmer for these photos was a chance to celebrate that progress. But I know how many people are still struggling to find a home they can afford. Our work is far from over, and I’ll keep pushing for the housing opportunities our communities need.
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Today, we recognize Indigenous Peoples’ Day and honor the history, cultures, and contributions of Indigenous communities here in West Michigan and across the country.
Long before Grand Rapids became the city we know today, this land was home to the Anishinaabek, including the Odawa, Ojibwe, and Potawatomi peoples. The Grand River Bands of Ottawa Indians have deep roots in our community, and their history, traditions, and contributions remain an important part of West Michigan.
As we recognize this day, we also celebrate the Indigenous communities who continue to shape our region and remind ourselves of the importance of preserving their history, uplifting their voices, and respecting their rights.
Happy Indigenous Peoples’ Day!
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I’m looking forward to getting together with our community!
Whether you have questions about what’s happening in Lansing, want to share what’s on your mind, or just want to stop by and say hello, I’d love to see you!
📅 Friday, October 30
⏰ 4:00–5:00 PM
📍 HUB 07 | 1534 Kalamazoo Ave SE
I’m looking forward to seeing some familiar faces, meeting some new ones, and catching up with neighbors at our October Community Conversation!
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And that’s a wrap on ArtPrize 2026! 🎨✨
What an incredible few weeks celebrating creativity, community, and the talented artists who help make Grand Rapids such a special place!
From the incredible artwork throughout downtown to the local artists and businesses who brought SouthPrize to life in our Southtown neighborhoods, it was wonderful to see our community come together to celebrate the arts. (thanks to the local leaders for making it happen!)
A huge thank you to the artists, organizers, volunteers, local businesses, and everyone who helped make this year’s ArtPrize and SouthPrize possible. And congratulations to all of this year’s winners! 👏🏾
ArtPrize may be over for the year, but the creativity and talent in our community are worth celebrating all year long! 💙
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September Coffee Hour was a good one! ☕
We spent the morning at AYA Youth Collective talking about the importance of voting, what it means to make our voices heard in our community, and catching up on some of what’s been happening in Lansing and right here in District 82 over the past few months.
Thank you to everyone who came out, asked questions, shared what’s on your mind, and spent part of your morning with me. These conversations are always one of my favorite parts of this work. 💙
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It always feels good to be back at my alma mater, especially when Spartans are coming together to help shape Michigan’s future. 💚🤍
Thank you to Spartan Housing Alliance and Abundant Housing Michigan for bringing us together for a thoughtful conversation about housing. We talked about the challenges students and young people face finding a place they can afford, how the Housing Readiness Package could help create more housing options, and how students can make their voices heard.
You should be able to build a future here in Michigan and find a home in the community you love. That’s why this work matters to me, and why hearing directly from the young people navigating these challenges is so important.
Thank you to everyone who showed up, asked questions, and shared your perspective. Keep speaking up and staying involved. Your voice belongs in these conversations! Go Green! 💚
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Congratulations to the Hispanic Chamber and everyone who helped bring their vision to life!
I loved celebrating the opening of the West Michigan Hispanic Chamber of Commerce’s new home in Roosevelt Park.
This space will help Latino entrepreneurs grow their businesses, connect young people with career opportunities, and bring neighbors together. I’m excited to see the ideas, businesses, and relationships that grow here. ...
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Another exciting investment in District 82! 🚒
In 2023 I worked with Senator Brinks, the City of GR, the Firefighters, and others to secure $35M in funding for two new stations.
At the time we had the longest wait times in Kent County.
This week we cut the ribbon on our 2nd station on Division Ave. What an important investment. We are working to ensure that this part of town is no longer the “forgotten first ward” but a place that thrives.
It’s so meaningful that this station has been dedicated to the Hispanic community that it was built in and we cut the ribbon during Hispanic Heritage Month!
This new fire station means safer neighborhoods, stronger emergency response, and modern facilities for the firefighters who show up for our community every day.
This is what bringing state dollars back home is all about! So many people came together to make this possible, and I’m proud to see this investment become a reality for our Southside community. ❤️ ...
0 CommentsComment on Facebook
🎶🎨 Celebrating the art, culture, and creativity that make our community so special!
The African American Arts and Music Festival happens every year during ArtPrize while celebrating heritage, and bringing community together.
We were proud to recognize the festival with a special tribute honoring the incredible work they do to uplift Black voices, celebrate culture, and create opportunities for connection right here in Grand Rapids. 💙
Thank you to the AAAMF board, its organizers, and everyone who continues to make this celebration possible. Your work makes a difference in our community! ...
0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Last week Governor Whitmer held the official bill signing for our new Low Income Housing Tax Credits program!
I’m proud to sponsor HB 5806 that was a part of the package.
This investment will help build new housing for families with lower incomes, and update existing housing for those families. 🏡💙
Joining Governor Whitmer for these photos was a chance to celebrate that progress. But I know how many people are still struggling to find a home they can afford. Our work is far from over, and I’ll keep pushing for the housing opportunities our communities need. ...
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Today, we recognize Indigenous Peoples’ Day and honor the history, cultures, and contributions of Indigenous communities here in West Michigan and across the country.
Long before Grand Rapids became the city we know today, this land was home to the Anishinaabek, including the Odawa, Ojibwe, and Potawatomi peoples. The Grand River Bands of Ottawa Indians have deep roots in our community, and their history, traditions, and contributions remain an important part of West Michigan.
As we recognize this day, we also celebrate the Indigenous communities who continue to shape our region and remind ourselves of the importance of preserving their history, uplifting their voices, and respecting their rights.
Happy Indigenous Peoples’ Day! ...
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I’m looking forward to getting together with our community!
Whether you have questions about what’s happening in Lansing, want to share what’s on your mind, or just want to stop by and say hello, I’d love to see you!
📅 Friday, October 30
⏰ 4:00–5:00 PM
📍 HUB 07 | 1534 Kalamazoo Ave SE
I’m looking forward to seeing some familiar faces, meeting some new ones, and catching up with neighbors at our October Community Conversation! ...
0 CommentsComment on Facebook
And that’s a wrap on ArtPrize 2026! 🎨✨
What an incredible few weeks celebrating creativity, community, and the talented artists who help make Grand Rapids such a special place!
From the incredible artwork throughout downtown to the local artists and businesses who brought SouthPrize to life in our Southtown neighborhoods, it was wonderful to see our community come together to celebrate the arts. (thanks to the local leaders for making it happen!)
A huge thank you to the artists, organizers, volunteers, local businesses, and everyone who helped make this year’s ArtPrize and SouthPrize possible. And congratulations to all of this year’s winners! 👏🏾
ArtPrize may be over for the year, but the creativity and talent in our community are worth celebrating all year long! 💙 ...
1 CommentsComment on Facebook
September Coffee Hour was a good one! ☕
We spent the morning at AYA Youth Collective talking about the importance of voting, what it means to make our voices heard in our community, and catching up on some of what’s been happening in Lansing and right here in District 82 over the past few months.
Thank you to everyone who came out, asked questions, shared what’s on your mind, and spent part of your morning with me. These conversations are always one of my favorite parts of this work. 💙 ...
0 CommentsComment on Facebook
It always feels good to be back at my alma mater, especially when Spartans are coming together to help shape Michigan’s future. 💚🤍
Thank you to Spartan Housing Alliance and Abundant Housing Michigan for bringing us together for a thoughtful conversation about housing. We talked about the challenges students and young people face finding a place they can afford, how the Housing Readiness Package could help create more housing options, and how students can make their voices heard.
You should be able to build a future here in Michigan and find a home in the community you love. That’s why this work matters to me, and why hearing directly from the young people navigating these challenges is so important.
Thank you to everyone who showed up, asked questions, and shared your perspective. Keep speaking up and staying involved. Your voice belongs in these conversations! Go Green! 💚 ...
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