Tate Kicks of March is Reading Month in the Community
DETROIT, March 3, 2026 — State Rep. Joe Tate (D-Detroit) is proud to kick off March is Reading Month throughout Michigan’s 9th House District, encouraging students and families to embrace the power of reading. Throughout the Month of March, Tate will visit local schools such as Detroit Prep and Nichols Elementary-Middle School, among others, to read with students and promote literacy initiatives aimed at strengthening educational outcomes for Detroit youth. Before his first school visits, Tate issued the following statement: [...]
Witwer’s Bill Increasing Funding Access for County Fairs, 4-H Orgs Passes House
Witwer’s Bill Increasing Funding Access for County Fairs, 4-H Orgs Passes House State legislator leading in supporting agricultural education celebrates a step forward for 4-H funding in Michigan LANSING, Mich., March 2, 2026 — A bill package passed the state House that will support county fairs and 4-H organizations through increasing the cap for deposits into the Michigan Agriculture Equine Industry Fund (AEIDF). State Rep. Angela Witwer (Delta Twp.) sponsored HB 4346, which would gradually increase the annual deposit [...]
Carter Presents Tribute in Celebration of Gladys Myers’ Birthday
Democratic lawmakers highlights 100 years of grace and legacy State Rep. Brenda Carter (D-Pontiac) presents tribute to Gladys Myers on Sunday, March 1, 2026. PONTIAC, Mich., March 2, 2026 — Yesterday, state Rep. Brenda Carter (D-Pontiac) honored and celebrated the remarkable life of Pontiac resident Gladys Myers, a woman whose century of living reflects God’s grace, unwavering faith, resilience and boundless love, with a tribute presentation. Born on March 1, 1926, Gladys has witnessed and endured a hundred [...]
Witwer Introduces Rare Disease Day Resolution, Honoring Michigan Family’s Continued Advocacy
PHOTO: State Reps. Angela Witwer (Delta Township) and Mike Mueller (Linden) with the Majewski family and other Rare Disease Day advocates in the Michigan Capitol Building on Feb. 26, 2026. Witwer Introduces Rare Disease Day Resolution, Honoring Michigan Family’s Continued Advocacy Michigan legislator recognized the lives and advocacy of families living with rare diseases, urging action to advance research and diagnosis of rare diseases LANSING, Mich., Feb. 26, 2026 — State Rep. Angela Witwer (Delta Township) introduced and [...]
MacDonell Applauds Focus on Literacy,Back-to-School Affordability Following State of the State Address
MacDonell Applauds Focus on Literacy, Back-to-School Affordability Following State of the State Address Press Statement | Office of State Rep. Sharon MacDonell LANSING, Mich., Feb. 26, 2026 — Gov. Gretchen Whitmer delivered her State of the State address yesterday before a joint legislative session, outlining priorities for the year ahead. In response, state Rep. Sharon MacDonell (D-Troy) issued the following statement on prioritizing education and lowering costs: “Education remains the most reliable pathway to opportunity and a cornerstone of [...]
Coffia Welcomes Educator and Tribal Member Samantha TwoCrow
Coffia Welcomes Educator and Tribal Member Samantha TwoCrow to the Michigan Capitol as State of the State Guest State Rep. Betsy Coffia (D-Traverse City) stands with guest Samantha TwoCrow at the State of the State address on Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2026 on the House floor of the Capitol Building in Lansing. LANSING, Mich., Feb. 26, 2026 — Yesterday, state Rep. Betsy Coffia (D-Traverse City) welcomed Samantha TwoCrow to the Michigan Capitol as her guest for Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s [...]
Andrews Applauds Forward Focus of State of the State Address
Andrews Applauds Forward Focus of State of the State Address Photo: State Rep. Joey Andrews (D-St. Joseph) attends Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's final State of the State address on Feb. 25, 2026. Press Statement | Office of State Rep. Joey Andrews LANSING, Mich., Feb. 26, 2026 — Gov. Gretchen Whitmer delivered her final State of the State address before a joint legislative session last night, outlining her vision to continue building a Michigan for all. In her remarks, the governor focused on [...]
O’Neal Emphasizes Small Business Stability in Response to State of the State
O’Neal Emphasizes Small Business Stability in Response to State of the State Press Statement | Office of State Rep. Amos O'Neal LANSING, Mich., Feb. 25, 2026 — Gov. Gretchen Whitmer delivered her State of the State address before a joint legislative session today, outlining priorities for the year, especially as Michigan enters a critical budget cycle. In response, state Rep. Amos O’Neal (D-Saginaw) issued the following statement: “The governor’s State of the State address set the tone for the [...]
Mentzer Reaffirms Priorities Following State of the State
State Rep. Denise Mentzer (D-Mt. Clemens) stands with her guest at the State of the State address on Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2026 on the House Floor at the Capitol Building in Lansing. LANSING, Mich., Feb. 26, 2026 — Gov. Gretchen Whitmer delivered her final State of the State address before a joint legislative session yesterday evening, setting forth her priorities for the year ahead. With affordability concerns top of mind for many, the address was an opportunity for House Democrats to reflect [...]
Byrnes Reaffirms Priorities Following State of the State
State Rep. Erin Byrnes (D-Dearborn) stands with her guest at the State of the State address on Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2026 on the House Floor at the Capitol Building in Lansing. LANSING, Mich., Feb. 26, 2026 — Gov. Gretchen Whitmer delivered her final State of the State address before a joint legislative session yesterday evening, setting forth her priorities for the year ahead. With affordability concerns top of mind for many, the address was an opportunity for House Democrats to reflect on [...]