MacDonell, McMorrow to Honor Mai Family Services for 40-year Commitment to Supporting South Asian Survivors
MacDonell, McMorrow to Honor Mai Family Services for 40-year Commitment to Supporting South Asian Survivors Joint Press Release | Rep. Sharon MacDonell and Sen. Mallory McMorrow LIVONIA, Mich., June, 30, 2026 — On Saturday, August 1, State Rep. Sharon MacDonell (D-Troy) and state Sen. Mallory McMorrow (D-Royal Oak) will recognize Mai Family Services with an official tribute for its dedication to providing confidential and culturally sensitive support to South Asian survivors of abuse and domestic violence. "Organizations like Mai Family Services are essential to the [...]
Grant Joins NAACP Calls for Investments to Protect Grand Rapids Neighborhoods from Extreme Heat
Grant Joins NAACP Calls for Investments to Protect Grand Rapids Neighborhoods from Extreme Heat Press Statement | Rep. Kristian Grant GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., June 30, 2026 — State Rep. Kristian Grant (D-Grand Rapids) last week joined the Greater Grand Rapids NAACP, additional community leaders and public health advocates at Heartside Park in Grand Rapids to highlight the growing impact of extreme heat on historically underserved neighborhoods. Speakers discussed how decades of underinvestment have made some neighborhoods more vulnerable to extreme heat. They called [...]
Grant Celebrates Funding for New Affordable Senior Housing in Southeast Grand Rapids
Grant Celebrates Funding for New Affordable Senior Housing in Southeast Grand Rapids Press Release | Rep. Kristian Grant LANSING, Mich., June 29, 2026 — State Rep. Kristian Grant (D-Grand Rapids) today celebrated the Michigan State Housing Development Authority's (MSHDA) award of $1.5 million in Low-Income Housing Tax Credit funding for the 848 Division affordable senior housing development in Southeast Grand Rapids. The development, a partnership between United Methodist Community House, Samaritas and the Grand Rapids Housing Commission, will provide affordable housing for [...]
Grant Calls for Fair Contract That Reflects the Value of Michigan’s Home Care Workers
Grant Calls for Fair Contract That Reflects the Value of Michigan's Home Care Workers Press Statement | Rep. Kristian Grant LANSING, Mich., June 26, 2026 — As SEIU Healthcare continues contract negotiations with employers to secure fair wages and stronger benefits for personal care aides, state Rep. Kristian Grant (D-Grand Rapids) released the following statement: “Home care workers provide essential care and support to some of our most vulnerable residents, including our elders and people with disabilities. Their work helps individuals remain [...]
Hoskins Introduces I.C.O.N. Act to Protect Michiganders’ Name, Likeness from A.I., Commercial Use
Hoskins Introduces I.C.O.N. Act to Protect Michiganders' Name, Likeness from A.I., Commercial Use Press Release | Rep. Jason Hoskins LANSING, Mich., June 26, 2026 — State Rep. Jason Hoskins (D-Southfield) this week introduced the Identity, Consent, Ownership, and Name Rights (I.C.O.N.) Act, HB 6150, legislation to protect individuals from the unauthorized commercial use of their name, likeness, voice, image, and other aspects of their identity. "Your voice belongs to you. Your likeness belongs to you. And your personal data and identity should not [...]
Andrews, Fellow Democrats Introduce Comprehensive Legislative Package Putting Guardrails on Data Centers
State Rep. Joey Andrews (D-St. Joseph) speaks at the Data Center Guardrail press conference, alongside fellow House Democrats. LANSING, Mich., June 25, 2026 — This week, state Rep. Joey Andrews (D-St. Joseph), joined by fellow House Democrats, hosted a press conference to introduce House Bills 6135-6142, a legislative package placing guardrails on data centers. The bills would protect ratepayers and local communities from bearing the costs and impacts of rapidly expanding data centers. “Data centers are here in Michigan, bringing [...]
Warren Lawmakers Back Full Funding Effort for Innovate Mound Reconstruction to Complete Project Between 8 Mile and I-696
Warren Lawmakers Back Full Funding Effort for Innovate Mound Reconstruction to Complete Project Between 8 Mile and I-696 LANSING, Mich., June 25, 2026 — State Reps. Mai Xiong (D-Warren), Mike McFall (D-Hazel Park) and Donavan McKinney (D-Detroit) are backing a renewed effort to secure full federal funding for the Innovate Mound Segment II reconstruction project in Warren, a major infrastructure effort aimed at fully rebuilding the corridor between 8 Mile Road and I-696. Macomb County has already secured [...]
Mentzer Applauds Passage of Medical Debt Bill She Developed
LANSING, Mich., June 25, 2026 — This week, the Michigan House passed House Bill 6073 with broad bipartisan support. The bill, nearly identical to HB 4329 introduced by state Rep. Denise Mentzer (D-Mt. Clemens) last spring, prohibits medical debt from appearing on consumer credit reports. Mentzer has long advocated for better protections for individuals with medical debt, working to ensure they can still afford essentials like mortgages or car payments. After the passage of the bill, Mentzer released the following [...]
Warren Lawmakers Back Funding Effort for Innovate Mound Reconstruction
Warren Lawmakers Back Full Funding Effort for Innovate Mound Reconstruction to Complete Project Between 8 Mile and I-696 LANSING, Mich., June 25, 2026 — State Reps. Mai Xiong (D-Warren), Mike McFall (D-Hazel Park) and Donavan McKinney (D-Detroit) are backing a renewed effort to secure full federal funding for the Innovate Mound Segment II reconstruction project in Warren, a major infrastructure effort aimed at fully rebuilding the corridor between 8 Mile Road and I-696. Macomb County has already secured $8.75 million [...]
Breen Votes for Guardianship Licensure Package, Urges for Continued Work to Protect Wards
Breen Votes for Guardianship Licensure Package, Urges for Continued Work to Protect Wards Democratic legislator calls on the Michigan House to take up House Bills 4632-35 to strengthen ward protections and services Press Release | Rep. Kelly Breen LANSING, Mich., June 25, 2026 — The Michigan House passed the Professional Guardian and Conservator Licensure package (House Bills 4727-29 and 4959) this week, which would require licensure for professional guardians and conservators in Michigan using the National Center for Guardianship Certification exam as a [...]