Tate on Post CREC Agreement
LANSING, Mich., May 15, 2026 — The Consensus Revenue Estimating Conference (CREC) — a biannual non-partisan conference held to determine an approximate state revenue figure, which is used to inform the state budget — met today and provided Michigan’s revenue outlook. The results show revenues remain stable, though a $1 billion gap due to multiple economic factors. After the conference, state Rep. Joe Tate (D-Detroit), Minority Vice Chair of House Appropriations, issued the following statement: “This economic outlook means that, [...]
MI House Passes Hoskins’ Bill to Honor Deputy Claude Wilson with Southfield Highway Designation
MI House Passes Hoskins’ Bill to Honor Deputy Claude Wilson with Southfield Highway Designation Press Release | State Rep. Jason Hoskins LANSING, Mich., May 15, 2026 — Yesterday, The Michigan House of Representatives passed House Bill 5636, sponsored by state Rep. Jason Hoskins (D-Southfield), to designate a portion of US-24 (Telegraph Road) between 9 Mile Road and 14 Mile Road in Southfield as the “Deputy Claude Wilson Memorial Highway.” “Deputy Claude Wilson’s life reflects extraordinary courage, resilience, and service [...]
McFall Reintroduces Step Therapy Legislation to Protect Patients
McFall Reintroduces Legislation to Protect Patients by Reforming “Step Therapy” and “Fail First” Insurance Protocols State Rep. Mike McFall (D-Hazel Park) introduces House Bill 5988 at the Capitol Building in Lansing. LANSING, Mich., May 15, 2026 — Yesterday, state Rep. Mike McFall (D-Hazel Park) announced the reintroduction of critical legislation aimed at protecting Michigan patients from burdensome insurance practices known as step therapy or “fail first” protocols. The bill, House Bill 5988, seeks to ensure that patients can [...]
Xiong Introduces Asian Pacific American Heritage Month, Hmong SGU Veterans Remembrance Day Resolutions
Xiong Introduces Asian Pacific American Heritage Month, Hmong SGU Veterans Remembrance Day Resolutions Democratic legislator honors the heritage of Asian American Michiganders and the bravery of the Hmong Special Guerilla Units during the Vietnam War LANSING, Mich., May 15, 2026 — Yesterday, state Rep. Mai Xiong (D-Warren) introduced and spoke to her resolutions on the House floor at the Capitol honoring Asian Pacific American Heritage Month this May, and declaring May 14, 2026, as Hmong Special Guerilla Units (SGU) Veterans Remembrance Day [...]
Neeley’s Bills to Increase Penalties for Car and Residential Shootings Pass Michigan House, Advance to Senate
Neeley’s Bills to Increase Penalties for Car and Residential Shootings Pass Michigan House, Advance to Senate Photo: State Rep. Cynthia Neeley (D-Flint) speaks before the House floor in favor of her bills to protect children from gun violence (May 14, 2026). Press Release | State Rep. Cynthia Neeley LANSING, Mich., May 15, 2026 — Yesterday, the Michigan House passed House Bills 5744 and 5745, sponsored by state Rep. Cynthia Neeley (D-Flint). The legislation strengthens community safety and addresses gun violence across Michigan by increasing penalties for [...]
Rep. Rogers Introduces Bipartisan Auto Insurance Reforms to Create Clear, Consistent Care Standards
Rep. Rogers Introduces Bipartisan Auto Insurance Reforms to Create Clear, Consistent Care Standards Press Release | State Rep. Julie Rogers LANSING, May 14, 2026 – State Reps. Julie Rogers (D-Kalamazoo) and Mark Tisdel (R-Rochester Hills) introduced bipartisan legislation (HB 5980 and 5981) aimed at simplifying Michigan’s no-fault auto insurance system by creating clearer standards for long-term injury care, reducing costly legal disputes and making reimbursement rules more predictable for families, care providers and insurers. The legislation would establish more clearly defined payment standards for providers caring for [...]
O’Neal Receives 2026 Rail Champion Award from the Michigan Railroads Association
O’Neal Receives 2026 Rail Champion Award from the Michigan Railroads Association Photo: State Rep. Amos O'Neal (D-Saginaw), far left, with other awardees, alongside MRA President Jon Cool, right. Press Release | State Rep. Amos O'Neal LANSING, Mich., May 14, 2026 — This week, state Rep. Amos O’Neal (D-Saginaw) received the 2026 Rail Champion Award from the Michigan Railroads Association (MRA). The award recognizes individuals who demonstrate a commitment to collaboration with the freight rail industry, including engagement with industry stakeholders, participation in [...]
Snyder Praises Partnership between MDARD, City of Muskegon for Transformational Infrastructure Investments to Support Regional Economic Development
LANSING, Mich., May 14, 2026 — The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) approved a $481,267 grant to the City of Muskegon for improvements and expansions at the Muskegon Farmers Market. The final approvals were completed this week at Muskegon’s city commission meeting. This grant will partially fund the expansion and updates for the indoor market and Kitchen 242. “Since its construction ten years ago, the Muskegon Farmers Market has been a catalyst for development and change,” said [...]
Hoskins, Young, Myers Phillips, Paiz Reintroduce the MI Voting Rights Act
Democratic lawmakers demand swift action against heightened federal attacks on voting rights LANSING, Mich., May 14, 2026 — In response to escalating right-wing efforts nationwide to restrict access to the ballot box, including the recent U.S. Supreme Court decision in Louisiana v. Callais that further weakened foundational protections under the Voting Rights Act of 1965, state Reps. Jason Hoskins (D-Southfield), Stephanie A. Young (D-Detroit), Tonya Myers Phillips (D-Detroit) and Veronica Paiz (D-Harper Woods) reintroduced legislation this week to establish a Michigan Voting Rights Act. The legislation would help ensure every [...]
Hoskins, Young, Myers Phillips, Paiz Reintroduce the Michigan Voting Rights Act
Hoskins, Young, Myers Phillips, Paiz Reintroduce the Michigan Voting Rights Act Democratic lawmakers demand swift action against heightened federal attacks on voting rights Joint Press Release | State Reps. Jason Hoskins, Stephanie A. Young, Tonya Myers Phillips and Veronica Paiz LANSING, Mich., May 14, 2026 — In response to escalating right-wing efforts nationwide to restrict access to the ballot box, including the recent U.S. Supreme Court decision in Louisiana v. Callais that further weakened foundational protections under the Voting Rights Act of [...]