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Conlin Calls for Affordability Following State of State Address

Conlin Calls for Budget Focus on Affordability Following State of State Address 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 legislative successes that helped bring down costs and provide relief for Michiganders. Priority-focuses also narrowed in on [...]

February 26, 2026|

McFall Calls for Investments in Affordability After State of the State

State Rep. Mike McFall (D-Hazel Park) stands with guest Mindy Moore, Warren City Council Member, 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 [...]

February 26, 2026|

Carter on State of the State

Carter Highlights Investments in Affordability Following State of the State State Rep. Brenda Carter (D-Pontiac) stands with guest Mike McGuinness, Mayor of Pontiac 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 [...]

February 26, 2026|

Young Applauds Focus on Affordability, Jobs in Governor’s Address

State Rep. Stephanie A. Young (D-Detroit) stands with guest James E. Tate Jr., Detroit City Council President, 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 [...]

February 26, 2026|

Tate Attends State of the State, Highlights Transit, Affordability

Tate Attends State of the State With SMART General Manager Tiffany J. Gunter, Highlights Transit, Affordability State Rep. Joe Tate (D-Detroit) stands with guest Tiffany J. Gunter, General Manager of SMART 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, setting forth her [...]

February 26, 2026|

Longjohn, Rogers Call for Improvements in Health Care, Lowering Costs Following State of the State

Longjohn, Rogers Call for Improvements in Health Care, Lowering Costs Following State of the State Photo: State Reps. Julie Rogers (D-Kalamazoo), in white, and Matt Longjohn (D-Portage) were joined by their moms on the House floor ahead of the 2026 State of the State address.   Joint Press Statement | State Reps. Matt Longjohn and Julie Rogers LANSING, Mich., Feb. 25, 2026 — Gov. Gretchen Whitmer delivered her final State of the State address before a joint legislative session today. [...]

February 25, 2026|

East Central House Democrats Reaffirm Housing Affordability, Small Businesses and Working-Family Priorities After  State of the State

East Central House Democrats Reaffirm Housing Affordability, Small Businesses and Working-Family Priorities After  State of the State   Joint Press Statement | State Reps. Cynthia Neeley, Amos O'Neal and Jasper Martus LANSING, Mich., Feb. 25, 2026 — Gov. Gretchen Whitmer delivered her final State of the State address before a joint legislative session today. In her speech, Whitmer set forth her priorities for the year ahead. With affordability concerns top of mind for many, the address was an opportunity for [...]

February 25, 2026|

Michigan House Democrats Reaffirm Priorities After State of the State

Michigan House Democrats Reaffirm Priorities After State of the State Photo: Democratic Leader Ranjeev Puri (D-Canton) attends the State of the State address on Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2026 at the Capitol Building in Lansing.   Joint Press Release | Michigan House Democratic Caucus LANSING, Mich., Feb. 25, 2026 — Gov. Gretchen Whitmer delivered her final State of the State address before a joint legislative session today. In her speech, Whitmer set forth her priorities for the year ahead [...]

February 25, 2026|

Hoskins Emphasizes Education, Economic Development and Lowering Costs Following State of the State

Hoskins Emphasizes Education, Economic Development and Lowering Costs Following State of the State   Press Statement | Office of State Rep. Jason Hoskins LANSING, Mich., Feb. 25, 2026 — Gov. Gretchen Whitmer delivered her final State of the State address before a joint legislative session today, outlining her priorities for the year ahead, including lowering costs and continued investments in education, economic development, and infrastructure. In response, state Rep. Jason Hoskins (D-Southfield) issued the following statement: “The governor’s address reflected [...]

February 25, 2026|

Breen Calls for Leadership Grounded in Humanity and Focused on Lower Costs Following State of the State Address

Breen Calls for Leadership Grounded in Humanity and Focused on Lower Costs Following State of the State Address   Press Statement | Office of State Rep. Kelly Breen LANSING, Mich., Feb. 26, 2026 — Gov. Gretchen Whitmer delivered her final State of the State address before a joint legislative session yesterday, outlining priorities for the year ahead as Michigan continues work to protect families and strengthen communities. In response, state Rep. Kelly Breen (D-Novi) issued the following statement: “Yesterday’s address [...]

February 25, 2026|
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