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A budget hasn’t been passed because Republicans are playing with people’s lives, and Matt Hall’s failures are causing chaos and dysfunction. House Dems are united and ready to pass a budget that puts people first. Hall needs to stop the tantrums or step aside.
This is “not normal.” Budget inaction leaves Lansing a complete mess
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The principal negotiators in the Republican led-House and the Democrat-controlled Senate all seem resigned to the fact that it’s going to take more time before there’s a budget deal in Lansing. Pl...The Big, Ugly Bill continues slashing funds that matter to Michigan's future. More than $20 million already confirmed for Northern Michigan conservation projects has been taken back, jeopardizing efforts to save our environment for future generations.
‘Big, beautiful bill’ scraps conservation projects in northwest Michigan | Bridge Michigan
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Congress withdrew $20 million that was earmarked for stream restoration and farmland preservation across northwest Michigan after groups already spent $450,000 getting ready for the projects.
A year ago today, Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed a state budget crafted by MI Dems that put people first. One year later, we’re at MI Capitol still with no budget in sight. One thing is different: Speaker Matt Hall & Michigan Republicans now hold the gavel. #RepublicanFailure #TBT
Radioactive waste from the Manhattan Project will not be shipped to Wayne County, thanks to advocacy efforts by State Representative Reggie Miller. Her message was loud & clear: you will not endanger the health of our communities. Michigan is not your dumping ground.
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Press Release VAN BUREN TWP., Mich., July 23, 2025 — State Rep. Reggie Miller (D–Van Buren Twp.) issued the following statement after today’s U.S. Army Corps of Engineers announcement that rad...Republicans have gutted food assistance programs like SNAP, forcing more Michigan families to struggle with hunger. As the GOP abandons their duty to public service, organizations like Forgotten Harvest are stepping up.
'This is so important.' How Forgotten Harvest's food pantries are helping those in need
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At the food pantry on Detroit's west side, people waited in their cars for their turn to get the food. Forgotten Harvest CEO Adrian Lewis said the line typically stretches down the block.Republicans' reckless economic agenda continues to destabilize Michigan's manufacturing center and, in turn, squeeze families. Thanks for nothing, trade wars. 🙄
GM’s profit falls as Trump tariffs add $1.1B in costs in Q2
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The Detroit-based automaker said it still expects tariffs to reduce its profits by $4 billion-$5 billion this year.Another example of the devastating impacts of the Republicans' reckless economic agenda. Thanks, Representative Jasper Martus, for your advocacy on behalf of your community and all of Michigan.
My Hometown: Left Behind Again - Michigan House Democrats
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Last week, I was driving to breakfast with an old friend then headed into work. I’ve been listening to Bruce Springsteen’s music all summer long. I don’t know why it took me so long to get into ...As the GOP makes cuts to Medicaid, Dems are in Michigan communities hearing from families about what cuts mean to them. Their stories show how crucial this care is. Thanks, Missy, for sharing your experience — we’re fighting for you and others who rely on Medicaid!
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A budget hasn’t been passed because Republicans are playing with people’s lives, and Matt Hall’s failures are causing chaos and dysfunction. House Dems are united and ready to pass a budget that puts people first. Hall needs to stop the tantrums or step aside. ... See MoreSee Less
This is “not normal.” Budget inaction leaves Lansing a complete mess
www.michiganpublic.org
The principal negotiators in the Republican led-House and the Democrat-controlled Senate all seem resigned to the fact that it’s going to take more time before there’s a budget deal in Lansing. Pl...The Big, Ugly Bill continues slashing funds that matter to Michigan's future. More than $20 million already confirmed for Northern Michigan conservation projects has been taken back, jeopardizing efforts to save our environment for future generations. ... See MoreSee Less
‘Big, beautiful bill’ scraps conservation projects in northwest Michigan | Bridge Michigan
www.bridgemi.com
Congress withdrew $20 million that was earmarked for stream restoration and farmland preservation across northwest Michigan after groups already spent $450,000 getting ready for the projects.Dysfunction Junction, that's Hall's function. ... See MoreSee Less
A year ago today, Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed a state budget crafted by MI Dems that put people first. One year later, we’re at MI Capitol still with no budget in sight. One thing is different: Speaker Matt Hall & Michigan Republicans now hold the gavel. #RepublicanFailure #TBT ... See MoreSee Less
Radioactive waste from the Manhattan Project will not be shipped to Wayne County, thanks to advocacy efforts by State Representative Reggie Miller. Her message was loud & clear: you will not endanger the health of our communities. Michigan is not your dumping ground. ... See MoreSee Less
Miller Celebrates Community Victory in Blocking Federal Radioactive Waste Shipment to Wayne County - Michigan House Democrats
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Press Release VAN BUREN TWP., Mich., July 23, 2025 — State Rep. Reggie Miller (D–Van Buren Twp.) issued the following statement after today’s U.S. Army Corps of Engineers announcement that rad...Republicans have gutted food assistance programs like SNAP, forcing more Michigan families to struggle with hunger. As the GOP abandons their duty to public service, organizations like Forgotten Harvest are stepping up. ... See MoreSee Less
'This is so important.' How Forgotten Harvest's food pantries are helping those in need
www.wxyz.com
At the food pantry on Detroit's west side, people waited in their cars for their turn to get the food. Forgotten Harvest CEO Adrian Lewis said the line typically stretches down the block.Republicans' reckless economic agenda continues to destabilize Michigan's manufacturing center and, in turn, squeeze families. Thanks for nothing, trade wars. 🙄 ... See MoreSee Less
GM’s profit falls as Trump tariffs add $1.1B in costs in Q2
www.crainsdetroit.com
The Detroit-based automaker said it still expects tariffs to reduce its profits by $4 billion-$5 billion this year.Another example of the devastating impacts of the Republicans' reckless economic agenda. Thanks, Representative Jasper Martus, for your advocacy on behalf of your community and all of Michigan. ... See MoreSee Less
My Hometown: Left Behind Again - Michigan House Democrats
housedems.com
Last week, I was driving to breakfast with an old friend then headed into work. I’ve been listening to Bruce Springsteen’s music all summer long. I don’t know why it took me so long to get into ...As the GOP makes cuts to Medicaid, Dems are in Michigan communities hearing from families about what cuts mean to them. Their stories show how crucial this care is. Thanks, Missy, for sharing your experience — we’re fighting for you and others who rely on Medicaid! ... See MoreSee Less