State Representative Mai Xiong is at Michigan State Capitol.

3 days ago

As we approach the final four session days of the year during the lame-duck period, I’m reflecting on the work we’ve accomplished and the opportunities ahead to continue delivering results for Michigan families.

I’m proud to be here at the State Capitol today to vote on meaningful legislation that strengthens school safety by improving emergency response, communication, and collaboration between schools, law enforcement, parents, and mental health experts.

We’ve also heard from workers across Michigan about how the economy and inflation are impacting their families. That’s why I’m proud to support legislation to expand unemployment benefits, ensuring they better reflect the realities of today’s workforce and provide critical support when it’s needed most.

Serving the people of Michigan is my honor. Thank you for trusting me to represent your voices and fight for the issues that matter most. Let’s finish this session strong, focused on building a safer, more secure, and more equitable future for all. ... See MoreSee Less

State Representative Mai Xiong is at Michigan State Capitol.

1 week ago

Michigan’s public sector has been experiencing a staffing crisis across schools, public safety departments and essential municipal services. We’ve heard directly from workers about the significant increases in health care costs they are facing. These rising costs are simply unsustainable for our teachers, fire fighters, and police officers. Today, I testified in the House Labor Committee on my legislation, House Bill 6058, which would help alleviate this crisis by making health care more affordable for public employees.

The legislation ensures that public employees will not pay more than 20% of their health insurance costs under renegotiated, renewed or extended collective bargaining agreements. Additionally, it increases the hard cap dollar amounts for existing agreements to keep up with inflation and provides greater flexibility for employers and employees in the bargaining process.

This legislation sends a clear message: We value the people who dedicate their lives to serving our communities. By improving their access to affordable health care, we can attract and retain the dedicated individuals our state needs to thrive. I am deeply grateful to my colleagues for recognizing the urgency of this issue and moving this legislation forward. Together, we can ensure that public employees and their families are supported while securing a stronger, more stable future for Michiganders. ... See MoreSee Less

State Representative Mai Xiong is at Michigan State Capitol.

1 week ago

Proud to stand with our firefighters, paramedics, and first responders on the steps of the Capitol today to show support for House Bill 4688.

This bill recognizes that every community has unique needs and challenges and ensures that critical staffing decisions are made with input from those on the front lines. By making minimum staffing levels a mandatory topic in collective bargaining, we empower our first responders and their employers to address staffing shortages collaboratively.

To our firefighters, paramedics, and first responders: Thank you for your courage, your dedication, and your sacrifice. But you deserve more than our gratitude—you deserve policies that support your safety, your families, and your mission to protect us.

I humbly urge my colleagues to come together to pass House Bill 4688 and send a clear message: Michigan values its first responders. We see you, we hear you, and we stand with you. Together, we can ensure that every firefighter and paramedic has the resources they need to return home safely after each shift. ... See MoreSee Less

State Representative Mai Xiong

2 weeks ago

From my family to yours, Happy Thanksgiving and GO LIONS!

Today, as we gather with loved ones and share a meal, let’s take a moment to reflect on the blessings we sometimes take for granted—the food on our tables, the roofs over our heads, and the hands that make it all possible.

Behind every meal are hard-working farmers, food workers, and countless others who ensure we can nourish our families. And behind every family is someone doing their best to provide, no matter the challenges.

This Thanksgiving, I hope we all find a moment to express gratitude—not just for what we have, but for the people and communities who make it all possible.

May your day be filled with love, warmth, and the spirit of giving thanks.

With gratitude,

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State Representative Mai Xiong is at Michigan State Capitol.

3 weeks ago

I’m proud to introduce the Reproductive Health Data Privacy Act, House Bill 6077, which will protect Michiganders’ private reproductive health information. My bill ensures family planning apps and services cannot collect or misuse your data without informed consent.

Reproductive health decisions are deeply personal, and Michiganders deserve to know they can trust their family planning services. Every person has a fundamental right to privacy, especially in health care spaces — reproductive health information should be no different. My bill will protect Michiganders’ right to securely use family planning services.

As technology advances and software applications become widely utilized for managing data and information, this legislation will ensure that individuals’ rights are protected. This legislation builds on our efforts in Michigan to safeguard access to family planning and reproductive health services, ensuring you can navigate your options securely and with peace of mind. ... See MoreSee Less