LANSING, Mich., Oct. 3, 2025 — The Michigan Legislature passed the final FY 2025-26 General and School Aid budgets. After refusing to back down in budget negotiations to defend critical Medicaid, food assistance and education funding, House Democrats voted for a bipartisan budget that reflects Michigan’s priorities. The state budget provides relief to Michiganders harmed by Republican cuts in the federal so-called One Big Beautiful Bill Act, protects access to affordable health care and SNAP benefits, funds universal school meals, transportation and mental health resources that kids depend on and eliminates tax on tips, overtime, and social security.
In addition to statewide wins, state Rep. Mike McFall (D–Hazel Park) delivered $3.4 million in direct investments for House District 14, including $2.5 million for the City of Hazel Park to purchase a new fire truck and equipment. He also worked with state Sen. Paul Wojno (D-Warren), to secure a $900,000 investment for updates to the City of Warren’s Public Safety Dispatch Center.
After the vote, McFall issued the following statement:
“Our first responders put their lives on the line every day to keep families safe, and they deserve the best tools and resources to do their jobs. With this budget, Hazel Park will be able to replace an outdated ladder fire truck, and Warren will receive critical updates to its Public Safety Dispatch Center. These investments will strengthen public safety, improve emergency response, and protect our communities for years to come.”
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