State Representative
Joey Andrews
Saint Joseph | 38th House District
Serving 93,422 constituents in New Buffalo Township, New Buffalo city, Chikaming Township, Bridgman, Lake Township, Lincoln Township, St. Joseph, St. Joseph Township, Benton Harbor, Benton Township, Hagar Township, Covert Township, South Haven, South Haven Township, Casco Township, Ganges Township, Saugatuck, Douglas, Saugatuck Township,
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(517) 373-0827
Office: S-887 House Office Building
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Proud to announce that Matthew Bierlein - State Representative and I introduced a bipartisan package of bills today to strike a balance between short-term rentals and the communities they operate in. Our plan would establish the Short-Term Rental Act and include provisions for the creation of a registry, database and a six percent excise tax that would be evenly split between the municipality where an STR is located and Pure Michigan. It would also clarify that local governments may enact and enforce regulations on STRs as long as those measures do not have the effect of a total ban or prohibition.
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LANSING, Mich., May 21, 2026 — State Reps. Joey Andrews (D-St. Joseph) and Matthew Bierlein (R-Vassar) introduced a bipartisan package of bills today to strike a balance between short-term rentals (...8 CommentsComment on Facebook
For the fifth time, the U.S. Department of Energy has issued an order forcing the J.H. Campbell Coal plant to remain open. Consumers Energy has reported $180 million in costs related to keeping the plant open past its original retirement date nearly a year ago.
Continuing to rely on 19th century technology does nothing to prepare Michigan for the future or build long-term sustainability and grid reliability. We should be focused on investing in technologies that help foster Michigan’s energy independence like nuclear, solar and wind.
Read my full statement here:
housedems.com
LANSING, Mich., May 20, 2026 — For the fifth time, the U.S. Department of Energy has issued an order forcing the J.H. Campbell Coal plant to remain open. Consumers Energy has reported $180 million i...6 CommentsComment on Facebook
Yesterday, a teen was sent to the hospital after being shot in the leg at Jean Klock Park. While I am beyond thankful and relieved the injuries are non-life threatening, this kind of incident should never happen in the first place.
The gun violence epidemic continues to be a scourge that affects families across our state. That is why community safety remains a top priority for me; no one should have to bear the pain of seeing a loved one harmed or even losing a loved one to gun violence. These tragedies are preventable, and we must do all we can to stop them.
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Students arrested for disturbances at Silver Beach, Jean Klock Park
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Several teenagers from out of state were arrested and issued citations Monday following a disturbance at Silver Beach County Park in St. Joseph and later, a shooting at Jean Klock12 CommentsComment on Facebook
Yesterday, our bipartisan Housing Readiness Package was heard in Government Operations committee, and I testified on HB 5584. This package is really important to me because I represent seven of the fastest-rising zip codes for housing costs in the state and one of the struggles we have is that you cannot build housing to meet the demand in our area.
Part of the challenge is that duplexes are largely zoned out of many communities today even though many already exist. They represent that starter or retirement home, a bridge to or from a larger single-family home. When we don’t allow these types of housing to be built, then we put pressure on the market and on the apartment complexes that were not designed to absorb that demand.
This bill does not require approval of every proposal. Communities still retain the ability to evaluate projects based on infrastructure capacity, utilities, and safety standards. It is important to give developers and builders the ability to adapt and try to meet the needs of the community.
More importantly, having diverse types of housing where transient workers, new families starting out, and retirees have options is good for our state as we grapple with a changing population, an aging population, and efforts to draw young people back to the state. This bill ensures duplexes must be considered and that communities cannot outright exclude this type of housing from its zoning.
Read more: housedems.com/repgrant-housing-readiness-package/
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It is a tremendous honor to be a part of the inaugural class of Nuclear State Champions with Nuclear Matters! I’m humbled to join a cohort marked by long-standing advocacy and commitment to supporting nuclear energy and a carbon-free energy future.
Read more: housedems.com/andrews-named-to-inaugural-class-of-nuclear-state-champions/
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Congratulations to our constituent, Barry Conybeare, on being sworn in by Chief Justice Cavanagh as the 74th President of the Michigan Association for Justice during its 81st Annual Banquet. We wish him continued success in this new leadership role and thank him for his many years of dedicated service to our community.
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Happy Mother’s Day! Wishing all the moms, grandmas, and mother figures a very special day today.
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Reminder: Our Community Conversation in Douglas is happening today at 4 PM. We’re looking forward to discussing the issues that matter most to our communities.
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Last week, I introduced House Resolution 297 urging Congress to pass H.R. 7459, which would establish a coastal storm risk management trust fund to support beach nourishment, dune restoration, and other shoreline protection measures.
Stable, long-term federal investment through this trust fund would help Michigan communities better plan for, respond to, and recover from coastal storm impacts, while reducing future costs associated with emergency response and infrastructure damage.
Read more:
housedems.com
LANSING, Mich., April 30, 2026 — This week, state Rep. Joey Andrews (D-St. Joseph) introduced House Resolution 297 urging the Michigan Congressional delegation to support the passage of H.R. 7459. T...4 CommentsComment on Facebook
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Andrews Introduces Bipartisan Legislation Aimed at Balancing Short-Term Rentals’ Benefits and Complications
LANSING, Mich., May 21, 2026 — State Reps. Joey Andrews (D-St. Joseph) and Matthew Bierlein (R-Vassar) introduced a bipartisan package [...]
Andrews Condemns Trump Administration’s Order Forcing Campbell Coal Plant to Remain Open
LANSING, Mich., May 20, 2026 — For the fifth time, the U.S. Department of Energy has issued an order forcing [...]
Andrews Named to Inaugural Class of Nuclear State Champions
LANSING, Mich., May 11, 2026 — Last week, Nuclear Matters, in conjunction with the Nuclear Energy Institute, named state Rep. [...]
Proud to announce that Matthew Bierlein - State Representative and I introduced a bipartisan package of bills today to strike a balance between short-term rentals and the communities they operate in. Our plan would establish the Short-Term Rental Act and include provisions for the creation of a registry, database and a six percent excise tax that would be evenly split between the municipality where an STR is located and Pure Michigan. It would also clarify that local governments may enact and enforce regulations on STRs as long as those measures do not have the effect of a total ban or prohibition.
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Andrews Introduces Bipartisan Legislation Aimed at Balancing Short-Term Rentals’ Benefits and Complications - Michigan House Democrats balance between short-term rentals
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LANSING, Mich., May 21, 2026 — State Reps. Joey Andrews (D-St. Joseph) and Matthew Bierlein (R-Vassar) introduced a bipartisan package of bills today to strike a balance between short-term rentals (...8 CommentsComment on Facebook
For the fifth time, the U.S. Department of Energy has issued an order forcing the J.H. Campbell Coal plant to remain open. Consumers Energy has reported $180 million in costs related to keeping the plant open past its original retirement date nearly a year ago.
Continuing to rely on 19th century technology does nothing to prepare Michigan for the future or build long-term sustainability and grid reliability. We should be focused on investing in technologies that help foster Michigan’s energy independence like nuclear, solar and wind.
Read my full statement here: ... See MoreSee Less
Andrews Condemns Trump Administration’s Order Forcing Campbell Coal Plant to Remain Open - Michigan House Democrats
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LANSING, Mich., May 20, 2026 — For the fifth time, the U.S. Department of Energy has issued an order forcing the J.H. Campbell Coal plant to remain open. Consumers Energy has reported $180 million i...6 CommentsComment on Facebook
Yesterday, a teen was sent to the hospital after being shot in the leg at Jean Klock Park. While I am beyond thankful and relieved the injuries are non-life threatening, this kind of incident should never happen in the first place.
The gun violence epidemic continues to be a scourge that affects families across our state. That is why community safety remains a top priority for me; no one should have to bear the pain of seeing a loved one harmed or even losing a loved one to gun violence. These tragedies are preventable, and we must do all we can to stop them.
Read more: ... See MoreSee Less
Students arrested for disturbances at Silver Beach, Jean Klock Park
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Several teenagers from out of state were arrested and issued citations Monday following a disturbance at Silver Beach County Park in St. Joseph and later, a shooting at Jean Klock12 CommentsComment on Facebook
Yesterday, our bipartisan Housing Readiness Package was heard in Government Operations committee, and I testified on HB 5584. This package is really important to me because I represent seven of the fastest-rising zip codes for housing costs in the state and one of the struggles we have is that you cannot build housing to meet the demand in our area.
Part of the challenge is that duplexes are largely zoned out of many communities today even though many already exist. They represent that starter or retirement home, a bridge to or from a larger single-family home. When we don’t allow these types of housing to be built, then we put pressure on the market and on the apartment complexes that were not designed to absorb that demand.
This bill does not require approval of every proposal. Communities still retain the ability to evaluate projects based on infrastructure capacity, utilities, and safety standards. It is important to give developers and builders the ability to adapt and try to meet the needs of the community.
More importantly, having diverse types of housing where transient workers, new families starting out, and retirees have options is good for our state as we grapple with a changing population, an aging population, and efforts to draw young people back to the state. This bill ensures duplexes must be considered and that communities cannot outright exclude this type of housing from its zoning.
Read more: housedems.com/repgrant-housing-readiness-package/ ... See MoreSee Less
10 CommentsComment on Facebook
It is a tremendous honor to be a part of the inaugural class of Nuclear State Champions with Nuclear Matters! I’m humbled to join a cohort marked by long-standing advocacy and commitment to supporting nuclear energy and a carbon-free energy future.
Read more: housedems.com/andrews-named-to-inaugural-class-of-nuclear-state-champions/ ... See MoreSee Less
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Congratulations to our constituent, Barry Conybeare, on being sworn in by Chief Justice Cavanagh as the 74th President of the Michigan Association for Justice during its 81st Annual Banquet. We wish him continued success in this new leadership role and thank him for his many years of dedicated service to our community. ... See MoreSee Less
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Happy Mother’s Day! Wishing all the moms, grandmas, and mother figures a very special day today. ... See MoreSee Less
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Reminder: Our Community Conversation in Douglas is happening today at 4 PM. We’re looking forward to discussing the issues that matter most to our communities. ... See MoreSee Less
1 CommentsComment on Facebook
Last week, I introduced House Resolution 297 urging Congress to pass H.R. 7459, which would establish a coastal storm risk management trust fund to support beach nourishment, dune restoration, and other shoreline protection measures.
Stable, long-term federal investment through this trust fund would help Michigan communities better plan for, respond to, and recover from coastal storm impacts, while reducing future costs associated with emergency response and infrastructure damage.
Read more: ... See MoreSee Less
Andrews Introduces Resolution Urging Congress to Create a Coastal Storm Risk Management Trust Fund - Michigan House Democrats
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LANSING, Mich., April 30, 2026 — This week, state Rep. Joey Andrews (D-St. Joseph) introduced House Resolution 297 urging the Michigan Congressional delegation to support the passage of H.R. 7459. T...4 CommentsComment on Facebook