Rogers, Meerman Reintroduce Bipartisan Bills Requiring Fall Prevention Training in Nursing Homes, Combating Leading Cause of Injury Death
Rogers, Meerman Reintroduce Bipartisan Bills Requiring Fall Prevention Training in Nursing Homes, Combating Leading Cause of Injury Death Press Release | Office of State Rep. Julie Rogers LANSING, Mich., Mar. 6, 2026 — State Reps. Julie M. Rogers (D-Kalamazoo) and Luke Meerman (R-Coopersville) reintroduced House Bills 5678 and 5679 this week with bipartisan support. The legislation aims to prevent injury-related deaths among seniors by establishing fall prevention training for unlicensed nursing home staff and ensuring employees are compensated for the time spent completing the training. “As a [...]
Coffia Introduces Resolution Calling for Justice for Epstein Victims
Coffia Introduces Resolution Calling for Justice for Epstein Victims and Survivors Lawmakers urge Congress to investigate all implicated individuals LANSING, Mich., March 5, 2026 — Today, state Rep. Betsy Coffia (D-Traverse City) introduced House Resolution 258 calling on Congress to investigate all individuals implicated in the Epstein files and compel them to testify under oath. Coffia gathered co-sponsorships from 31 of her House colleagues, three of them Republicans, the rest Democrats. After introducing the resolution, Coffia issued the following statement: [...]
Andrews, Green, Prestin Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Protect Road Workers
LANSING, Mich., March 5, 2026 — State Reps. Joey Andrews (D-St. Joseph), Dave Prestin (R-Cedar River), and Phil Green (R-Millington) introduced bipartisan legislation this week to establish clearer legal protections and strengthen driver accountability when road workers are performing their duties in the roadway. The legislative package was introduced in response to the tragic death of William “Mack” Isom, an employee of the Berrien County Road Department. On July 20, 2022, Mack was clearing a fallen tree blocking both lanes [...]
McFall, Harris Introduce MSP PAYS Act Legislation
McFall, Harris Introduce MSP PAYS Act Legislation to Hold Michigan State Police Leadership Accountable, Support Municipal Cost Recovery State Reps Mike McFall (D-Hazel Park) and Mike Harris (R-Waterford) stand together after introducing House Bills 5705 and 5706 on Thursday, March 5, 2026, at the Capitol Building in Lansing. LANSING, Mich., March 5, 2026 – State Reps. Mike McFall, D-Hazel Park, and Mike Harris, R-Waterford, today introduced bipartisan legislation [House Bills 5705 & 5706], the MSP PAYS Act – [...]
Death Certificate Bills Pass Unanimously in Senate, Providing More Dignified Support for Grieving Families
Death Certificate Bills Pass Unanimously in Senate, Providing More Dignified Support for Grieving Families Press Release | Office of State Rep. Julie Rogers LANSING, Mich., March 5, 2026 — Yesterday, the Michigan Senate unanimously passed House Bills 4077 and 4078, bipartisan legislation sponsored by state Reps. Julie M. Rogers (D-Kalamazoo) and Mike Mueller (R-Linden) to modernize Michigan’s death certificate process and reduce delays that grieving families often face. The bills now head to Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s desk for signing. “When someone passes away, loved ones deserve [...]
Snyder, Witwer, Kunse, Meerman Introduce Package to Modernize Michigan’s Drain Code
LANSING, Mich., March 5, 2026 — This week, a bipartisan group of legislators introduced a comprehensive bill package addressing the Michigan drain code. After hearing issues from their respective constituents across the state, these lawmakers united to address concerns with the drain code. “Communities across the state have been struggling for years with issues arising from the vast and unchecked power afforded to drain commissioners in state law,” said state Rep. Will Snyder (D-Muskegon). “We need some common-sense bipartisan solutions [...]
Miller, Wilson, Jr. Introduce Bills Requiring Elections for MPSC
Miller, Wilson, Jr. Introduce Legislation Requiring Elections for Public Service Commissioners, Removes Appointments Newly developed bills would give Michiganders direct representation in setting energy rates and regulating utility companies LANSING, Mich., March 5, 2026 — State Reps. Reggie Miller (Van Buren Twp.) and Jimmie Wilson, Jr. (D-Ypsilanti) introduced a legislative package yesterday to require that members of the Michigan Public Service Commission (MPSC) be elected, rather than appointed, beginning with the 2028 general election. Currently, three members are appointed [...]
Myers Phillips Condemns Trump’s War with Iran, Calls for Immediate Congressional Actio
Myers Phillips Condemns Trump’s War with Iran, Calls for Immediate Congressional Action Press Statement | Office of State Rep. Tonya Myers Phillips LANSING, Mich., March 4, 2026 — State Rep. Tonya Myers Phillips (D-Detroit) issued the following statement condemning President Donald Trump’s congressionally unauthorized war in Iran and calling on Congress to act immediately to stop further escalation: “President Donald Trump has launched a war with Iran without congressional authorization and without verified evidence of an imminent threat. His actions are unlawful [...]
Mentzer Introduces Bill to Slow Utility Rate Hikes in Michigan
Legislator pursues protections for families following unpopular $242 million DTE rate increase LANSING, Mich., March 4, 2026 — State Rep. Denise Mentzer (D-Mt. Clemens) introduced legislation today that would prohibit utility companies from filing to increase their retail rates sooner than three years after their last filing. Currently, utility companies only have to wait one year from filing their last application to file another rate case with the Michigan Public Service Commission (MPSC). The bill is identical to and serves [...]
Edwards, McKinney, McFall Host Returning Citizens ID Press Conference
Edwards, McKinney, McFall Host Press Conference Uplifting Legislation to Support Returning Citizens Identification Program State Reps. Kimberly Edwards (D-Eastpointe), Mike McFall (D-Hazel Park) and Donavan McKinney (D-Detroit) stand with stakeholders at the Returning Citizens Identification press conference on Tuesday, March 3, 2026 LANSING, Mich., March 3, 2026 — State Rep. Kimberly Edwards (D-Eastpointe) hosted a press conference today to uplift a bill package, House Bills 5474-77, that would codify the Returning Citizens Identification program. Edwards was joined by [...]