Scott Unveils Legislation to Foster Hope, Revitalize Communities
State Rep. Helena Scott (D-Detroit) stands with fellow House Democrats and community stakeholders at the H.O.P.E. Zones press conference on Thursday, April 23, 2026 at the Anderson House Office Building in Lansing. LANSING, Mich., April 23, 2026 — State Rep. Helena Scott (D-Detroit) hosted a press conference today, announcing her HOPE Zone package. “Many communities across our state face systemic economic challenges — disinvestment, limited access to opportunity and barriers to growth,” Scott said. “This legislation addresses those [...]
Tsernoglou, Legislators Announce Legislation to Regulate Toxic PFAS “Forever Chemicals,” Promote a Healthier Michigan
LANSING, Mich., April 23, 2026 — This week, state Rep. Penelope Tsernoglou (D-East Lansing) hosted a press conference to introduce a legislative package, House Bills 5890-5898, that would regulate and provide relief for Michiganders affected by toxic PFAS chemicals. Joining her were state Reps. Jenifer Conlin (D-Ann Arbor Charter Twp.), Phil Skaggs (D-East Grand Rapids) and representatives from the Great Lakes PFAS Action Network. The package is a part of Michigan House Democrats’ broader push to promote a healthier Michigan [...]
Brixie Introduces Wetland Protection Legislation on Earth Day
LANSING, Mich., April 22, 2026 — Today, state Rep. Julie Brixie (D-Meridian Twp.) introduced legislation to expand the list of rare and imperiled wetlands in Michigan to better protect vulnerable natural resources. “Our special landscape and unique water features define pure Michigan and make this such a great state to live in and visit. These are fragile, critical ecosystems that sustain the life of plants and animals, including native pollinators that protect our local food supply and specialty crops grown [...]
McKinney, Advocates Introduce MI Green Amendment on Earth Day
McKinney, Shink, Advocates Introduce Michigan Green Amendment in Honor of Earth Day Democratic lawmakers propose constitutional amendment to promote a healthier Michigan and protect environmental rights LANSING, Mich., April 22, 2026 — In honor of Earth Day, state Rep. Donavan McKinney (D-Detroit) hosted a press conference alongside state Sen. Sue Shink (D-Northfield Twp.) and advocates to announce the Michigan Green Amendment. “On this Earth Day, we are reminded that clean air, safe drinking water and a stable climate are fundamental [...]
Capitol and Community Updates
Greetings! Last year, I joined my colleagues in hosting dozens of town halls across Michigan to hear directly from YOU about what you want to see from your state government. I also held a special town hall in our district to make sure I heard what was on the minds of my constituents as we began work crafting a new vision for Michiganders. One thing was loud and clear across all the meetings we had around the state and in [...]
PPEC Legislation Pass Unanimously in House Health Policy Committee
PPEC Legislation Pass Unanimously in House Health Policy Committee Photo: State Reps. Julie M. Rogers (D-Kalamazoo) and Curt VanderWall (R-Ludington) testify before the Health Policy Committee on April 15, 2026, in support of their legislation to expand health care options for children with complex needs. Press Release | Office of State Rep. Julie M. Rogers LANSING, Mich., April 20, 2026 — Bipartisan legislation led by state Reps. Julie M. Rogers (D-Kalamazoo) and Curt VanderWall (R-Ludington) to create Prescribed Pediatric Extended Care (PPEC) facilities in [...]
Tsernoglou, MI House Members Seek Bipartisan Committee to Investigate Interlochen Ties to Epstein
LANSING, Mich., April 16, 2026 — Today, state Rep. Penelope Tsernoglou (D-East Lansing), was joined by members from both parties in introducing House Resolution 284, which would create a special committee to explicitly examine the Interlochen Center for the Arts over allegations of abuse and the center’s relationship with Jeffrey Epstein. “To be honest, I was completely shocked when I found out how deeply rooted the apparent connections between Epstein and Interlochen were,” Tsernoglou said. “Not only was Epstein a [...]
Farhat Leads Letter Urging Senators Slotkin and Peters to Block Sale of Military Weapons to Israel
Farhat Leads Letter Urging Senators Slotkin and Peters to Block Sale of Military Weapons to Israel Press Release | State Rep. Alabas Farhat LANSING, Mich., April 15, 2026 – State Rep. Alabas Farhat (D-Dearborn) sent a letter today to U.S. Sens. Elissa Slotkin and Gary C. Peters urging them to support U.S. Sen. Bernie Sanders’ joint resolutions of disapproval to block the proposed sale of $151.8 million in 1,000-pound “dumb” gravity bombs and $295 million in Caterpillar D9 bulldozers to the Israeli government. According to Sanders and Farhat, these weapons have [...]
Morgan, Prestin Introduce Plan to Protect Heritage Fishing Industry
Reps. Prestin, Morgan Introduce Plan to Protect Michigan’s Heritage Fishing Industry LANSING, Mich., April 15, 2026 — State Reps. Dave Prestin (R-Cedar River) and Jason Morgan (D-Ann Arbor) this week announced a bipartisan plan (House Bills 5801 and 5802) to create a more positive business environment for licensed commercial fishermen, provide better access to more diverse fish from the Great Lakes, and support Michigan’s economy. The lawmakers were able to secure support from more than 60 state representatives from both [...]
Xiong Unveils Hall Cost Taxpayers Over $291,000 While Withholding Nine Bills
Xiong Unveils Hall’s Defense in Lawsuit Over Nine Limbo Bills Has Cost Taxpayers Over $291,000 The nine bills unconstitutionally held hostage from the governor’s desk include lower health insurance costs for public workers, benefits for correction officers LANSING, Mich., April 10, 2026 — State Rep. Mai Xiong (D-Warren) provided transparency for residents by revealing in a social media post that House Speaker Matt Hall has cost Michigan taxpayers $291,152 in legal fees to defend his unconstitutional refusal to present [...]