State Representative
Matt Longjohn
40th House District
Serving 90,211 constituents in Kalamazoo, Portage, Oshtemo Township and Texas Township
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(517) 373-8670
Office: S 889 House Office Building
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Today, I am proud to introduce the Primary Care Transformation Package, a bipartisan eight-bill legislative effort to strengthen the foundation of Michigan's health care system.
Our health care system is on fire. Across Michigan, families are struggling to find a primary care provider, costs continue to rise, and the workforce needed to provide care is under tremendous strain. Nearly one in three Michiganders lacks regular access to primary care, and most counties in our state face provider shortages. At the same time, less than 6% of our health care spending goes toward the primary care system that keeps people healthy and helps prevent more costly medical problems down the road.
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act will exacerbate an already fragile situation by reducing health coverage, shifting costs to states, and placing additional strain on providers and patients. At a time when too many Michiganders already struggle to access primary care, these federal changes move us in the wrong direction. Michigan cannot afford to wait, we must act now to strengthen primary care, expand access, and invest in the workforce our communities depend on.
The Primary Care Transformation Package represents a coherent strategy to address these challenges. The package will increase investment in primary care, establish the infrastructure needed to drive long-term improvement, and strengthen the workforce pipeline by supporting physicians, nurses, students, educators, and training programs across our state.
This package is not a silver bullet. There are no silver bullets in health policy. There’s a lot of work ahead, it will not solve every challenge facing our health care system overnight. But it is an important first step toward building a healthier Michigan where every resident can access high-quality, affordable care close to home.
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TUNE IN LIVE: We're introducing the Primary Care Transformation Package to invest in Michiganders seeking care and healthcare workers alike.
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Join me tonight at Centre Street Tap House for our monthly Community Office Hours. I will be there from 4:30-6pm, I hope to see you there!
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Tomorrow I will be at the Texas Township Fire Department Training Room from 10:30am to noon for my Community Coffee Hour. Stop by to enjoy donuts and coffee! I hope to see you there.
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What great news for Texas Township! Congratulations on the successful fire millage and the continued investment in keeping our communities safe. If you're in the area, join me this Friday, August 7, from 10:30am to 12pm at the Texas Township Fire Department Training Room for my monthly Coffee Hour.❤️ THANK YOU, TEXAS TOWNSHIP! 🚒
Yesterday, our community made an investment in the future of fire and emergency services, and we are incredibly grateful for the trust you’ve placed in the Texas Township Fire Department.
Thank you to every resident who attended a meeting, asked thoughtful questions, shared conversations with neighbors, and took the time to vote. Your engagement helped shape an informed decision, and we sincerely appreciate your support.
This investment allows us to continue building a department that is prepared to meet the needs of our growing community while remaining responsible stewards of every tax dollar. Our firefighters have always been committed to serving Texas Township with professionalism, compassion, and dedication, and we will continue to serve our community with that same commitment every day.
It is an honor to serve this community. Thank you for believing in us.
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Happy 4th, Everyone! I hope everyone can celebrate our nation's 250th with friends and family today. While having fun, please keep safety in mind and look out for one another.
Many in our community are without power and the heat will cause challenges across our region. Add in fireworks, open flames, beers, boats, sun, etc., and you can see why this is a busy time of year for Emergency Departments!
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There are plenty of ways to stay connected with my office! Join us at our monthly Coffee Hours, Office Hours, and occasional Walking Office Hours. Check out the upcoming events below and stop by one, or all, of them. I hope to see you there!
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Today, I am proud to introduce the Primary Care Transformation Package, a bipartisan eight-bill legislative effort to strengthen the foundation of Michigan's health care system.
Our health care system is on fire. Across Michigan, families are struggling to find a primary care provider, costs continue to rise, and the workforce needed to provide care is under tremendous strain. Nearly one in three Michiganders lacks regular access to primary care, and most counties in our state face provider shortages. At the same time, less than 6% of our health care spending goes toward the primary care system that keeps people healthy and helps prevent more costly medical problems down the road.
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act will exacerbate an already fragile situation by reducing health coverage, shifting costs to states, and placing additional strain on providers and patients. At a time when too many Michiganders already struggle to access primary care, these federal changes move us in the wrong direction. Michigan cannot afford to wait, we must act now to strengthen primary care, expand access, and invest in the workforce our communities depend on.
The Primary Care Transformation Package represents a coherent strategy to address these challenges. The package will increase investment in primary care, establish the infrastructure needed to drive long-term improvement, and strengthen the workforce pipeline by supporting physicians, nurses, students, educators, and training programs across our state.
This package is not a silver bullet. There are no silver bullets in health policy. There’s a lot of work ahead, it will not solve every challenge facing our health care system overnight. But it is an important first step toward building a healthier Michigan where every resident can access high-quality, affordable care close to home. ... See MoreSee Less
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TUNE IN LIVE: We're introducing the Primary Care Transformation Package to invest in Michiganders seeking care and healthcare workers alike. ... See MoreSee Less
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Join me tonight at Centre Street Tap House for our monthly Community Office Hours. I will be there from 4:30-6pm, I hope to see you there! ... See MoreSee Less
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Tomorrow I will be at the Texas Township Fire Department Training Room from 10:30am to noon for my Community Coffee Hour. Stop by to enjoy donuts and coffee! I hope to see you there. ... See MoreSee Less
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What great news for Texas Township! Congratulations on the successful fire millage and the continued investment in keeping our communities safe. If you're in the area, join me this Friday, August 7, from 10:30am to 12pm at the Texas Township Fire Department Training Room for my monthly Coffee Hour.❤️ THANK YOU, TEXAS TOWNSHIP! 🚒
Yesterday, our community made an investment in the future of fire and emergency services, and we are incredibly grateful for the trust you’ve placed in the Texas Township Fire Department.
Thank you to every resident who attended a meeting, asked thoughtful questions, shared conversations with neighbors, and took the time to vote. Your engagement helped shape an informed decision, and we sincerely appreciate your support.
This investment allows us to continue building a department that is prepared to meet the needs of our growing community while remaining responsible stewards of every tax dollar. Our firefighters have always been committed to serving Texas Township with professionalism, compassion, and dedication, and we will continue to serve our community with that same commitment every day.
It is an honor to serve this community. Thank you for believing in us. ... See MoreSee Less
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Happy 4th, Everyone! I hope everyone can celebrate our nation's 250th with friends and family today. While having fun, please keep safety in mind and look out for one another.
Many in our community are without power and the heat will cause challenges across our region. Add in fireworks, open flames, beers, boats, sun, etc., and you can see why this is a busy time of year for Emergency Departments! ... See MoreSee Less
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An update from last night and this morning on the state budget. ... See MoreSee Less
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There are plenty of ways to stay connected with my office! Join us at our monthly Coffee Hours, Office Hours, and occasional Walking Office Hours. Check out the upcoming events below and stop by one, or all, of them. I hope to see you there! ... See MoreSee Less
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