MLBC, Detroit Caucus on Supreme Court’s Voting Rights Decision
Michigan Legislative Black Caucus, Detroit Caucus Denounce Supreme Court’s Devastating Decision in Voting Rights Act Case Democratic lawmakers reflect on harmful impacts to minority communities LANSING, Mich., May 1, 2026 — Recently, the Supreme Court of the United States issued a decision in Louisiana v. Callais, gutting provisions in the landmark Voting Rights Act that prohibit discrimination in voting and representation. Experts assert that the decision demolishes the protective law and allows a pathway for gerrymandering that undermines minority representation [...]
McFall, Mueller Introduce Bipartisan Bills Supporting First Responders
McFall, Mueller Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Support First Responders Battling PTSD Bipartisan bill package creates specialized fund and establishes a presumption of causation for post-traumatic stress injuries sustained in the line of duty LANSING, Mich., May 1, 2026 — State Reps. Mike McFall (D-Hazel Park) and Mike Mueller (R-Linden) introduced House Bills 5953 and 5952 to modernize Michigan’s worker’s disability compensation system by recognizing the unique psychological toll of emergency service. The bipartisan legislation establishes a specialized fund and a [...]
Hope Reintroduces Worker Protection Legislation to Promote Fair Scheduling, Strengthen Temporary Worker Rights
Hope Reintroduces Worker Protection Legislation to Promote Fair Scheduling, Strengthen Temporary Worker Rights Press Release | State Rep. Kara Hope LANSING, Mich., April 30, 2026 — Ahead of International Workers’ Day, State Rep. Kara Hope (D-Holt) today reintroduced a legislative package aimed at improving workplace fairness and stability for Michigan workers through the Fair Scheduling Act and the Temporary Workers Bill of Rights. This legislation aims to provide more predictable schedules for employees in certain industries while strengthening protections for temporary workers, who often face [...]
Dievendorf Introduces Legislation Limiting Chemical Weapons Against Protestors
LANSING, Mich., April 30, 2026 — State Rep. Emily Dievendorf (D-Lansing) introduced legislation this week to limit the use of chemical weapons against protestors. The bill is, in part, a response to recently introduced House Bill 5388 that would expand the types of chemicals that can be used as “self-defense sprays.” “Chemical weapons being used against peaceful protestors is inhumane,” Dievendorf said. “We saw earlier this year the kind of force the federal government is willing to exert against its [...]
Rep. Rogers: Supreme Court Guts Core Protections of the Voting Rights Act
Rep. Rogers: Supreme Court Guts Core Protections of the Voting Rights Act Press Statement | State Rep. Julie Rogers LANSING, Mich., April 30, 2026 — The U.S. Supreme Court issued a 6-3 decision this week significantly weakening the Voting Rights Act of 1965 by requiring plaintiffs to prove intentional discrimination in redistricting cases, a change experts warn will make it far harder to challenge maps that dilute minority voting power. In response, state Rep. Julie Rogers (D-Kalamazoo) issued the following statement: "Yesterday's Supreme [...]
Andrews Introduces Resolution Urging Congress to Create a Coastal Storm Risk Management Trust Fund
LANSING, Mich., April 30, 2026 — This week, state Rep. Joey Andrews (D-St. Joseph) introduced House Resolution 297 urging the Michigan Congressional delegation to support the passage of H.R. 7459. The bill would create a coastal storm risk management trust fund to support coastal storm risk management projects nationwide, including beach nourishment, dune restoration, and other shoreline protection measures. Michigan’s shorelines and beaches are a critical resource, contributing billions of dollars annually to the state’s economy. After the introduction of [...]
Tate Honors 85th Anniversary of International Peace Memorial
Tate Offers Resolution Commemorating 85th Anniversary of the International Peace Memorial Democratic lawmaker reaffirms Michigan’s relationship with Canada LANSING, Mich., April 29, 2026 — Today, state Rep. Joe Tate (D-Detroit) offered House Resolution 298 to commemorate the 85th anniversary of the International Peace Memorial on Belle Isle in Detroit. After the resolution was adopted, Tate issued the following statement: “I was honored to bring forward this resolution with the support of Colin Bird, the Consul General of Canada in Detroit. [...]
Rep. Paiz Says Erasing Cesar Chavez Day Is Not Enough, Advocates Renaming It to Farmworkers Day
Rep. Paiz Says Erasing Cesar Chavez Day Is Not Enough, Advocates Renaming It to Farmworkers Day Press Release | State Rep. Veronica Paiz LANSING, Mich., April 29, 2026 — State Rep. Veronica Paiz (D-Harper Woods) yesterday introduced substitute legislation to a bill (HB 5836) proposing to remove Cesar Chavez Day from state law. Rep. Paiz’s substitute legislation would have instead replaced the observance with Farmworkers Day, honoring the broader farmworkers’ rights movement and the communities who have carried it forward. “The sweat, [...]
Dievendorf Introduces MiCALM Legislation Regulating Advertisement Volume on Streaming Services
LANSING, Mich., April 28, 2026 — Today, State Rep. Emily Dievendorf (D-Lansing) introduced their MiCALM legislation to regulate the volume of advertisements on video streaming services. The bill mandates an ad on a streaming service cannot be louder than the content being streamed. This would protect against blaring ads, and is especially important for individuals with hearing aids who may have connected to a device in order to hear. Services that do not comply would face a fine of up [...]
Witwer Helps Secure $2.5 Million in Relief for Bank Intercounty Drain Project
Witwer Helps Secure $2.5 Million in Relief for Delta Township Homeowners, Helping Pay for Bank Intercounty Drain Upgrades State lawmaker pursues critical grant funding from EGLE to continue bringing down the cost of the project affecting 1,900 property owners DELTA TWP., Mich., April 28, 2026 — In her latest successful effort to bring home financial relief to property owners in Delta Township, state Rep. Angela Witwer (Delta Twp.) was instrumental in securing a $2.5 million grant to offset the [...]