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House Democrats push for stronger transparency after critical votes
Legislative Open Records Act would immediately apply to Michigan House under proposed rule change LANSING — Michigan House Democrats today announced a resolution to immediately place the [...]
House Democrats Oppose Leaving Relief Funding in D.C.
House Republicans continue to prolong COVID-19 pandemic by refusing to put all federal stimulus dollars into action LANSING —Democrats released [...]
House Democrats oppose limiting voter access to Michigan elections
House Republicans putting unnecessary roadblocks ahead of people’s right to vote LANSING — House Democrats today voted in opposition to [...]
Lasinski: Republicans leave $2 billion of Michigan’s COVID-19 recovery dollars in Washington, D.C.
LANSING — House Democratic Leader Donna Lasinski, D-Scio Twp., released the following statement today after the Michigan House voted on supplemental appropriation bills that leave nearly $2 billion of [...]
House and Senate Democrats introduce plan to put more money in pockets of workers
Hardworking Michiganders Recovery Plan increases weekly unemployment benefit, extends benefits to 26 weeks, among other reforms LANSING — Michigan House and Senate Democrats today unveiled the Hardworking [...]
House Democrats: Republicans leave millions of Michigan’s COVID-19 recovery dollars in Washington, D.C.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Thursday, Feb. 4, 2021 Contact: Stephanie Cepak, Byrum & Fisk Advocacy Communications, 517-862-2036, scepak@byrumfisk.com House Democrats: Republicans [...]
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
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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. ... See MoreSee Less
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! ... See MoreSee Less
With the official signing of Trump's Big Ugly Bill, an estimated 10 million Americans will be kicked off Medicaid, including hundreds of thousands of Michiganders — let's call this what it is: disastrous and detrimental to the health of our people and our economy.
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GOP megabill’s final score: $3.4T in red ink and 10 million kicked off health insurance, CBO says
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The package President Donald Trump signed on July 4 would grow the deficit over the next 10 years, Congress’ nonpartisan scorekeeper predicts.Just wrapped up a town hall at Macomb Community College. Grateful to everyone who showed up and shared their stories about how our community members are impacted by public education. And now we need to hear from YOU. What issues are important to you and your family, and how can MI House Democrats make those changes real? Visit housedems.com/vision-survey/ to share your voice. ... See MoreSee Less
Just wrapped up a town hall at Macomb Community College. Grateful to everyone who showed up and shared their stories about how our community members are impacted by public education. And now we need to hear from YOU. What issues are important to you and your family, and how can MI House Democrats make those changes real? Visit https://housedems.com/vision-survey/ to share your voice.
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Michigan parents are heartbroken and furious. Our kids deserve books, teachers and a future where they can thrive. Instead, Trump and Republicans are treating their education like a game. ... See MoreSee Less
‘I’m watching children suffer.’ Michigan parents, advocates react as Trump dismantles the Education Department
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Data from the Education Department shows the pace at which it resolves civil rights complaints has slowed as the Trump administration dismantles the agency.Medicaid cuts will affect people across Michigan — especially those in the places that rely on it most. By supporting the Big Beautiful Bill, Michigan Republicans are giving a master class on ignoring people's needs. ... See MoreSee Less
3 things to know about Medicaid cuts and where Michigan could be most affected
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Rural communities could lose vital access to medical care as federal legislation threatens to slash Medicaid funding by $1 trillion over the next decade.Trump and Republicans are giving their billionaire buddies a tax break on the backs of everyday Michiganders. Michigan Dems won't take this lying down because we believe in #PuttingPeopleFirst. ... See MoreSee Less