State Representative
Phil Skaggs
East Grand Rapids | 80th House District
Serving 92,350 constituents in Cascade Township, Kentwood, East Grand Rapids, southern Grand Rapids Township, small portion of Grand Rapids
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(517) 373-0836
Office: N-1099 House Office Building
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Things are heating up at the Capitol ... it's looking like we'll have budgets to vote on in the middle of the night!
I'm working to make sure our community's priorities are in the budget: backfilling as many of the Trump cuts to Medicaid as possible, RxKids for moms and babies, and k-12 education (including increased funding, free breakfasts and lunches (from local farms whenever possible), fully funding special education and support for English-language learners and kids experiencing poverty).
For West Michiganders, I'm prioritizing the pedestrian bridge over Grand River that would connect the amphitheater to surrounding neighborhoods, and a juvenile treatment center, Grace Academy.
I'm fighting hard for West Michigan -- and all Michiganders -- in this budget.
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I'm excited to announce that RxKids is expanding to Grand Rapids' 49507 zip code!
RxKids is a proven program that supports Michigan families afford diapers, groceries, rent and other basics. RxKids is proven to give kids a healthy start in life. If you're pregnant or have a new baby, apply for your support at rxkids.org/.
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Extreme heat can be dangerous — and fans alone won’t protect you. Seek out air-conditioned spaces like libraries, malls or official cooling centers. Need help finding one? Call 211 or visit 211.org.
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Here’s a great way to find a safe place for your money.The Michigan Open Account Coalition members offer accounts that are certified and no- or low-cost. Learn why it’s important to protect your money and form a relationship with a financial institution by checking out this recent press release:
go.mi.gov/08g0e2243
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Congratulations to the East Kentwood Boys Track & Field team for winning the MHSAA Division 1 State Championship.
I join with the school board, parents and the entire Kentwood community: we are proud to celebrate this team, their achievement and the hard work of our student-athletes and coaches throughout an incredible season!
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Michigan must be able to defend itself against unconstitutional federal overreach, regardless of who occupies the White House.
Representative Natalie Price and I have introduced two bills to give Michigan a concrete, court-triggered mechanism to respond when the federal executive branch unlawfully withholds funds Congress has already appropriated to our state.
When any presidential administration blocks resources Michigan is entitled to receive - due to Congressional appropriated funds - our state needs a stronger way to respond and hold Washington DC accountable. These bills are designed to help protect taxpayer dollars, safeguard essential services, and ensure the federal executive has more incentives to follow the law.
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Gas prices are too damn high. It’s gotten all the way up to $5 a gallon this spring. While it has come back down, with everything going on in the world, this relief may not last long. Even at $4, hard-working Michigan families are hurting. People have to choose between groceries, rent, utilities, and gas.
It’s not fair. Enough is enough.
So, here’s my plan: When gas hits $5, we roll back the state gas tax entirely.
That’s $0.52 per gallon, of your hard-earned money back in your pocket.
I'll be introducing the bill in the next few weeks.
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I’m in the capitol supporting working Michiganders!
Life is too expensive: grocery bills cause sticker shock, gas prices are too darn high, childcare costs seem like college tuition, and healthcare is out of reach for too many Michiganders. So, lowering costs for all of us is a top priority for me.
I’m fighting to support working families by bringing down the costs of everyday things like energy, food, healthcare, housing and childcare.
🤰 Expanding RxKids across the state to give moms and babies the support they deserve (Currently fighting for it in this year’s budget)
🏥 Protecting funding for Medicaid, SNAP nutrition and Double Up Food Bucks (Currently fighting for it in this year’s budget)
💵 Increasing the Working Families Tax Credit to get more money in the pockets of people who need it the most (Current law)
👧 Investing in workplace childcare programs like MI Tri-Share and Care-Share that work for families (Current law)
🥪 Defending universal free school breakfasts and lunches to keep kids fed and save families money (Currently fighting for it in this year’s budget)
💉 Capping insulin copays at $35 per month to help people get the lifesaving medication they need (Currently in committee)
📈 Cracking down on corporations who use unfair AI “surveillance pricing” to gouge your money (Co-Sponsorship on current legislation)
🏡 Targeting property tax relief to encourage empty nesters to downsize and free up housing for young families (Legislation to be introduced in next few weeks)
The affordability crisis is top of mind for many Michiganders. That’s why I’m working to find real solutions.
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I’m dedicated to creating a Michigan where every pet is happy, healthy and safe.
Michigan’s pets are at risk: Inhumane high-volume dog breeding facilities – puppy mills – churn out puppies for profit, ignoring the health of pups and their mothers.
Puppy mills are often known to overbreed, force dogs to live in cramped cages in unsanitary conditions, offer little to no veterinary care, and provide inadequate food and water. Puppies can suffer serious health issues, creating heartbreaking challenges for families who should be experiencing the joy of adopting a new family member.
The pets we share our lives with are our friends. We form deep connections with them. They need us to speak up and act. I believe our furry friends deserve to live safe from cruelty and abuse.
That’s why I am introducing the Safe and Healthy Pets Act to:
🐕 Set basic animal welfare standards to ensure animals are treated humanely.
🐈 Require licenses for dog breeders, animal shelters and pet shops.
🐇 Require animal facilities pass regular inspections, meet care standards, and maintain safe and healthy conditions.
It’s common sense legislation and will help ensure hundreds of thousands of dogs, cats, rabbits, and hamsters will be happy, healthy, and safe with their families.
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Phil Skaggs IN THE NEWS
Tsernoglou, Legislators Announce Legislation to Regulate Toxic PFAS “Forever Chemicals,” Promote a Healthier Michigan
LANSING, Mich., April 23, 2026 — This week, state Rep. Penelope Tsernoglou (D-East Lansing) hosted a press conference to introduce [...]
Skaggs on Gov.’s Commitment to Universal Pre-K
Skaggs Highlights Governor’s Commitment to Universal Pre-K, Calls for Continued Action on Affordable Child Care State Rep. Phil Skaggs [...]
Skaggs Applauds AG Opinion Determining House Republican Funding Clawbacks Unconstitutional
EAST GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., Jan. 7, 2026 — Michigan State Attorney General Dana Nessel issued an opinion today concluding that [...]
Things are heating up at the Capitol ... it's looking like we'll have budgets to vote on in the middle of the night!
I'm working to make sure our community's priorities are in the budget: backfilling as many of the Trump cuts to Medicaid as possible, RxKids for moms and babies, and k-12 education (including increased funding, free breakfasts and lunches (from local farms whenever possible), fully funding special education and support for English-language learners and kids experiencing poverty).
For West Michiganders, I'm prioritizing the pedestrian bridge over Grand River that would connect the amphitheater to surrounding neighborhoods, and a juvenile treatment center, Grace Academy.
I'm fighting hard for West Michigan -- and all Michiganders -- in this budget. ... See MoreSee Less
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I'm excited to announce that RxKids is expanding to Grand Rapids' 49507 zip code!
RxKids is a proven program that supports Michigan families afford diapers, groceries, rent and other basics. RxKids is proven to give kids a healthy start in life. If you're pregnant or have a new baby, apply for your support at rxkids.org/. ... See MoreSee Less
0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Extreme heat can be dangerous — and fans alone won’t protect you. Seek out air-conditioned spaces like libraries, malls or official cooling centers. Need help finding one? Call 211 or visit 211.org. ... See MoreSee Less
0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Here’s a great way to find a safe place for your money.The Michigan Open Account Coalition members offer accounts that are certified and no- or low-cost. Learn why it’s important to protect your money and form a relationship with a financial institution by checking out this recent press release:
go.mi.gov/08g0e2243 ... See MoreSee Less
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Congratulations to the East Kentwood Boys Track & Field team for winning the MHSAA Division 1 State Championship.
I join with the school board, parents and the entire Kentwood community: we are proud to celebrate this team, their achievement and the hard work of our student-athletes and coaches throughout an incredible season! ... See MoreSee Less
0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Michigan must be able to defend itself against unconstitutional federal overreach, regardless of who occupies the White House.
Representative Natalie Price and I have introduced two bills to give Michigan a concrete, court-triggered mechanism to respond when the federal executive branch unlawfully withholds funds Congress has already appropriated to our state.
When any presidential administration blocks resources Michigan is entitled to receive - due to Congressional appropriated funds - our state needs a stronger way to respond and hold Washington DC accountable. These bills are designed to help protect taxpayer dollars, safeguard essential services, and ensure the federal executive has more incentives to follow the law. ... See MoreSee Less
54 CommentsComment on Facebook
Gas prices are too damn high. It’s gotten all the way up to $5 a gallon this spring. While it has come back down, with everything going on in the world, this relief may not last long. Even at $4, hard-working Michigan families are hurting. People have to choose between groceries, rent, utilities, and gas.
It’s not fair. Enough is enough.
So, here’s my plan: When gas hits $5, we roll back the state gas tax entirely.
That’s $0.52 per gallon, of your hard-earned money back in your pocket.
I'll be introducing the bill in the next few weeks. ... See MoreSee Less
52 CommentsComment on Facebook
I’m in the capitol supporting working Michiganders!
Life is too expensive: grocery bills cause sticker shock, gas prices are too darn high, childcare costs seem like college tuition, and healthcare is out of reach for too many Michiganders. So, lowering costs for all of us is a top priority for me.
I’m fighting to support working families by bringing down the costs of everyday things like energy, food, healthcare, housing and childcare.
🤰 Expanding RxKids across the state to give moms and babies the support they deserve (Currently fighting for it in this year’s budget)
🏥 Protecting funding for Medicaid, SNAP nutrition and Double Up Food Bucks (Currently fighting for it in this year’s budget)
💵 Increasing the Working Families Tax Credit to get more money in the pockets of people who need it the most (Current law)
👧 Investing in workplace childcare programs like MI Tri-Share and Care-Share that work for families (Current law)
🥪 Defending universal free school breakfasts and lunches to keep kids fed and save families money (Currently fighting for it in this year’s budget)
💉 Capping insulin copays at $35 per month to help people get the lifesaving medication they need (Currently in committee)
📈 Cracking down on corporations who use unfair AI “surveillance pricing” to gouge your money (Co-Sponsorship on current legislation)
🏡 Targeting property tax relief to encourage empty nesters to downsize and free up housing for young families (Legislation to be introduced in next few weeks)
The affordability crisis is top of mind for many Michiganders. That’s why I’m working to find real solutions. ... See MoreSee Less
0 CommentsComment on Facebook
I’m dedicated to creating a Michigan where every pet is happy, healthy and safe.
Michigan’s pets are at risk: Inhumane high-volume dog breeding facilities – puppy mills – churn out puppies for profit, ignoring the health of pups and their mothers.
Puppy mills are often known to overbreed, force dogs to live in cramped cages in unsanitary conditions, offer little to no veterinary care, and provide inadequate food and water. Puppies can suffer serious health issues, creating heartbreaking challenges for families who should be experiencing the joy of adopting a new family member.
The pets we share our lives with are our friends. We form deep connections with them. They need us to speak up and act. I believe our furry friends deserve to live safe from cruelty and abuse.
That’s why I am introducing the Safe and Healthy Pets Act to:
🐕 Set basic animal welfare standards to ensure animals are treated humanely.
🐈 Require licenses for dog breeders, animal shelters and pet shops.
🐇 Require animal facilities pass regular inspections, meet care standards, and maintain safe and healthy conditions.
It’s common sense legislation and will help ensure hundreds of thousands of dogs, cats, rabbits, and hamsters will be happy, healthy, and safe with their families. ... See MoreSee Less
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