Dear Neighbor,

I’m writing to share an update on upcoming office hours and the ongoing $645 million budget dispute affecting communities across Michigan.

With the start of the 2026 legislative session on Jan. 14, I am committed to keeping the needs of families in our community and throughout Michigan front and center in the Legislature. Please do not hesitate to reach out to my office by phone at (517) 373-0837 or email at [email protected] if we can help.

Sincerely,

Amos O’Neal

State Representative
94th House District

In this issue:

  • Upcoming Office Hours – Feb. 2
  • Update on the $645 Million Funding Dispute

Upcoming Office Hours – Feb. 2

 

Please join me for this month’s office hours on Monday, Feb. 2, from 4-5:30 p.m. at Delta College Downtown Saginaw Center, located at 319 E. Genesee Ave. This is a great opportunity for constituents to come and discuss the issues they care about.

Update on the $645 Million Funding Dispute

 

Earlier in December, the Republican-led House Appropriations Committee voted to cancel nearly $645 million in previously approved funding that supported community projects across Michigan, including investments in public health, housing, infrastructure and essential local services. The decision was made without a public hearing or a clear accounting of which projects were affected, creating uncertainty for communities and
organizations that had already begun planning and contracting in good faith.

On Jan. 7, 2026, the Michigan Attorney General issued a formal opinion concluding that the committee’s action violated the Michigan Constitution and that the funding should be restored. While state departments have indicated they intend to move forward with issuing the funds, House Republican leadership has filed a lawsuit seeking to block that action.

I will continue monitoring developments closely and advocating for transparency, constitutional governance and responsible budgeting so that communities receive the resources they were promised and need.