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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I stood with Democratic state senators from Texas today at a press conference opposing attempts to rig Texas' congressional elections by redrawing lines mid-decade.
President Trump has been openly and aggressively pushing the GOP in Texas to gerrymander their maps and create up to five new Republican seats ahead of midterms - which historically are unfavorable for the party of the sitting president.
The maps were redrawn and approved by the Republican Governor just four years ago, yet Texan Republicans have quickly moved to adopt a new map that dilutes the voices of people of color and those living in urban areas.
Texan Democrats have fled the state to prevent their Legislature from voting on this hyperpartisan, anti-democratic, blatant attempt to rig the outcome of our upcoming election.
In Michigan, I'm proud to have an independent redistricting commission that will work to fairly draw our districts every ten years in accordance with the census. Texas' move creates a dangerous precedent - already, several states are looking to re-balance the scales by drawing their own Congressional lines only IF Texas goes ahead with its plan. We desperately need Texan Republicans to show integrity and resist the White House's plea for more seats.
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Last year, Democrats ensured that ALL students had access to free breakfast and lunch.
This year, uncertainty over the still unfinished budget means schools have to make hard decisions - like whether or not to maintain the free breakfast and lunch program - considering they have no idea how much funding they will receive from the state.
The key to raising test scores is investing in students, teachers and school programs, not causing chaos and uncertainty.
housedems.com
OKEMOS, Mich., Aug. 5, 2025 — This week, Okemos Public Schools announced it will no longer offer universal meals to students for the 2025-2026 school year. Last legislative session, Michigan Democra...1 CommentsComment on Facebook
Today marks 60 years since Medicaid was signed into law. Medicaid is a program that has saved lives, protected families from bankruptcy, and ensured millions of Michiganders could see a doctor, fill a prescription, or access emergency care when they needed it most.
But this year, we’re not celebrating. We’re fighting.
More than 2.6 million Michiganders are on Medicaid. Most recipients are children and people with disabilities. Almost half of all births in the state are covered by Medicaid.
Yet Republicans are pushing the largest Medicaid cuts in American history based on lies. Undocumented immigrants are not eligible for Medicaid, and implementing work requirements on a population that is primarily children, seniors and people with disabilities will do nothing but make adminstering the program costlier and kick off recipients who do not have the time, capacity or technology to meet the administrative burden.
In addition, being uninsured doesn't prevent anyone from getting sick and needing care. Without Medicaid, rural hospitals may be forced to close their doors - leaving entire communities without access to care and driving up medical costs for everyone.
To make matters worse, House Republicans in Lansing still haven't passed a general government budget. That means we can’t plan for critical investments in health care, food access, or public schools, just when our communities need them most.
Medicaid has been a lifeline for 60 years. I will not stand by while its future is put at risk. I’m fighting to protect Michigan families, defend essential care, and pass a budget that puts people first.
Whitmer addresses cuts to Medicare and Medicaid on programs' 60th anniversary
www.wzzm13.com
Gov. Whitmer said the programs are "under attack, threatening the health and wellbeing of our family, friends, and neighbors."0 CommentsComment on Facebook
I joined local officials and the Route Zero team this morning in Lansing to talk about the potential that electric vehicles have for Michigan. Our state is uniquely positioned to rebuild our manufacturing strength with the transition to EVs and give Michiganders the choice to drive cheaper, cleaner, and safer vehicles.
It’s concerning that Republicans in Washington have chosen to turn their backs on drivers, workers, and the environment with their repeal of the EV credits. We can be the leaders for a national and global shift toward cleaner transportation, so long as our leaders recognize this opportunity and support progress in the state and across the country.
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Last year, I was proud to support a supplemental that provided medical debt relief to nearly 210,000 Michiganders.
Medical debt is the #1 cause of bankruptcy in the country. It prevents Michigander families from getting ahead and forces them to choose between buying groceries and gas or paying their bills, all because they got sick.
This is just one example of how much we can do for Michiganders with a balanced, thoughtful and compassionate budget that invests in programs that give back.
michiganadvance.com
As Michigan remains without a budget deal for the upcoming fiscal year, Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist and Sen. Sarah Anthony (D-Lansing) took a moment to celebrate past bud...0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Last night, Republicans didn't have the votes to pass their own bills through the chamber. My colleague, Rep. Farhat, was removed from his position as Minority Vice Chair when he defended his values and voted no. Dems are being punished for Republican infighting.
And we still don't have a budget.
michiganadvance.com
State Rep. Alabas Farhat (D-Dearborn) was removed as the minority vice chair of the House Appropriations Committee on Thursday evening after a political standoff on the chamber floor ended with two Re...0 CommentsComment on Facebook
The deadline to pass a budget was 3 weeks ago. The first day of school gets closer every day, yet school administrators still have no idea what funding they can expect from the state.
We were scheduled for session again today...but House Republicans still aren't taking attendance or voting on anything. They're at home on summer break.
I'm here, and ready to pass a budget that invests in our state. Michiganders deserve legislators who show up and get the job done.
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Don't forget - my happy hour is Monday, July 21st from 4-5:30pm at Bad Brewing Company in Mason!
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Julie Brixie IN THE NEWS
Brixie on Okemos Schools Ending School Meals for All, Condemns House Republican Leadership for Failing to Pass Final Budget
OKEMOS, Mich., Aug. 5, 2025 — This week, Okemos Public Schools announced it will no longer offer universal meals to [...]
Brixie on House Republicans Failure to Get a Budget Passed on Time
LANSING, Mich., July 3, 2025 — July 1 is the statutory deadline for the legislature to pass and present a [...]
Brixie Champions Democratic K-12 Budget Proposal, Condemns GOP Budgets Slashing Funding for Schools, MSU
LANSING, Mich., June 13, 2025 — House Democrats introduced their vision for the School Aid budget this week during a [...]
I stood with Democratic state senators from Texas today at a press conference opposing attempts to rig Texas' congressional elections by redrawing lines mid-decade.
President Trump has been openly and aggressively pushing the GOP in Texas to gerrymander their maps and create up to five new Republican seats ahead of midterms - which historically are unfavorable for the party of the sitting president.
The maps were redrawn and approved by the Republican Governor just four years ago, yet Texan Republicans have quickly moved to adopt a new map that dilutes the voices of people of color and those living in urban areas.
Texan Democrats have fled the state to prevent their Legislature from voting on this hyperpartisan, anti-democratic, blatant attempt to rig the outcome of our upcoming election.
In Michigan, I'm proud to have an independent redistricting commission that will work to fairly draw our districts every ten years in accordance with the census. Texas' move creates a dangerous precedent - already, several states are looking to re-balance the scales by drawing their own Congressional lines only IF Texas goes ahead with its plan. We desperately need Texan Republicans to show integrity and resist the White House's plea for more seats. ... See MoreSee Less
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Last year, Democrats ensured that ALL students had access to free breakfast and lunch.
This year, uncertainty over the still unfinished budget means schools have to make hard decisions - like whether or not to maintain the free breakfast and lunch program - considering they have no idea how much funding they will receive from the state.
The key to raising test scores is investing in students, teachers and school programs, not causing chaos and uncertainty. ... See MoreSee Less
Brixie on Okemos Schools Ending School Meals for All, Condemns House Republican Leadership for Failing to Pass Final Budget - Michigan House Democrats
housedems.com
OKEMOS, Mich., Aug. 5, 2025 — This week, Okemos Public Schools announced it will no longer offer universal meals to students for the 2025-2026 school year. Last legislative session, Michigan Democra...1 CommentsComment on Facebook
Today marks 60 years since Medicaid was signed into law. Medicaid is a program that has saved lives, protected families from bankruptcy, and ensured millions of Michiganders could see a doctor, fill a prescription, or access emergency care when they needed it most.
But this year, we’re not celebrating. We’re fighting.
More than 2.6 million Michiganders are on Medicaid. Most recipients are children and people with disabilities. Almost half of all births in the state are covered by Medicaid.
Yet Republicans are pushing the largest Medicaid cuts in American history based on lies. Undocumented immigrants are not eligible for Medicaid, and implementing work requirements on a population that is primarily children, seniors and people with disabilities will do nothing but make adminstering the program costlier and kick off recipients who do not have the time, capacity or technology to meet the administrative burden.
In addition, being uninsured doesn't prevent anyone from getting sick and needing care. Without Medicaid, rural hospitals may be forced to close their doors - leaving entire communities without access to care and driving up medical costs for everyone.
To make matters worse, House Republicans in Lansing still haven't passed a general government budget. That means we can’t plan for critical investments in health care, food access, or public schools, just when our communities need them most.
Medicaid has been a lifeline for 60 years. I will not stand by while its future is put at risk. I’m fighting to protect Michigan families, defend essential care, and pass a budget that puts people first.
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Whitmer addresses cuts to Medicare and Medicaid on programs' 60th anniversary
www.wzzm13.com
Gov. Whitmer said the programs are "under attack, threatening the health and wellbeing of our family, friends, and neighbors."0 CommentsComment on Facebook
I joined local officials and the Route Zero team this morning in Lansing to talk about the potential that electric vehicles have for Michigan. Our state is uniquely positioned to rebuild our manufacturing strength with the transition to EVs and give Michiganders the choice to drive cheaper, cleaner, and safer vehicles.
It’s concerning that Republicans in Washington have chosen to turn their backs on drivers, workers, and the environment with their repeal of the EV credits. We can be the leaders for a national and global shift toward cleaner transportation, so long as our leaders recognize this opportunity and support progress in the state and across the country. ... See MoreSee Less
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Last year, I was proud to support a supplemental that provided medical debt relief to nearly 210,000 Michiganders.
Medical debt is the #1 cause of bankruptcy in the country. It prevents Michigander families from getting ahead and forces them to choose between buying groceries and gas or paying their bills, all because they got sick.
This is just one example of how much we can do for Michiganders with a balanced, thoughtful and compassionate budget that invests in programs that give back. ... See MoreSee Less
Whitmer and Gilchrist mark $144 million in medical debt forgiveness fueled by state efforts • Michigan Advance
michiganadvance.com
As Michigan remains without a budget deal for the upcoming fiscal year, Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist and Sen. Sarah Anthony (D-Lansing) took a moment to celebrate past bud...0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Last night, Republicans didn't have the votes to pass their own bills through the chamber. My colleague, Rep. Farhat, was removed from his position as Minority Vice Chair when he defended his values and voted no. Dems are being punished for Republican infighting.
And we still don't have a budget. ... See MoreSee Less
Farhat ousted from key budget post amid GOP standoff and failed Michigan House votes • Michigan Advance
michiganadvance.com
State Rep. Alabas Farhat (D-Dearborn) was removed as the minority vice chair of the House Appropriations Committee on Thursday evening after a political standoff on the chamber floor ended with two Re...0 CommentsComment on Facebook
The deadline to pass a budget was 3 weeks ago. The first day of school gets closer every day, yet school administrators still have no idea what funding they can expect from the state.
We were scheduled for session again today...but House Republicans still aren't taking attendance or voting on anything. They're at home on summer break.
I'm here, and ready to pass a budget that invests in our state. Michiganders deserve legislators who show up and get the job done. ... See MoreSee Less
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... See MoreSee Less
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Don't forget - my happy hour is Monday, July 21st from 4-5:30pm at Bad Brewing Company in Mason! ... See MoreSee Less
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