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Michigan House Democrats Renew Call for Immediate Action to Prohibit Firearms in the State Capitol Building and Denounce Continued Delay Tactics
Following four months of artificial delays and political gamesmanship, the Michigan Capitol Commission's continued inaction regarding the safety and security [...]
House Democrats Unveil Priorities and Successes of Michigan Strong Plan
Following the launch of the “Michigan Strong: A Stronger Future Starts Today” plan, the Michigan House Democrats announced the creation [...]
$65M Secured to Support Local Schools, House Dem Initiatives
Whitmer today announced $65M in federal CARES Act funds to support local K-12 public schools impacted by the COVID-19 crisis. [...]
Michigan House Dems Call for Immediate Action on Election Bills
Michiganders cast approximately 1.6 million absentee ballots during Aug. 5 primary election, eclipsing the 1.27 million absentee ballots cast during [...]
Michigan House Democrats Unveil New Website
The Michigan House Democrats launched a new website with a design that ensures seamless navigation, helping constituents access information easily. [...]
House Dems Introduce Package to Improve Voting Process
As of July 21, more than 1.8 million Michigan voters had requested absentee ballots, compared to just over 500,000 at [...]
Not one kid should be left behind. Passed last week, Michigan Dems' bills to improve literacy and screen for dyslexia are on their way to Governor Gretchen Whitmer's desk so that every student, from Marquette to Monroe, will have the chance to succeed. ... See MoreSee Less
Every kid deserves an equal chance at success. We've passed legislation to improve literacy rates and make sure that our educators and kids get the resources they need to flourish. ... See MoreSee Less
Michigan students would be screened for dyslexia under bills House passed Wednesday
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Michigan's House approved two bills that would strengthen reading instruction, after scores showed 60% of third graders failed the reading test.ICYMI! We're funding mental health resources for our students so they can focus on learning and just being kids. ... See MoreSee Less
Michigan lawmakers give final nod to $126M education spending bill
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The House and the Senate have now approved the education spending bill to restore some school safety and mental health funding.Chilly weather and free COVID-19 test kits are back! Order yours today. ... See MoreSee Less
Free Covid-19 tests are available again. Here’s how to get them | CNN
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People in the United States can order more free Covid-19 tests from the federal government this fall as the country heads into respiratory virus season with high levels of the coronavirus already circ...This week, House Dems passed legislation to improve literacy outcomes, raise school safety and mental health funding to $150 million, and help kids report unsecured firearms. Democrats — we get the job done. #PuttingPeopleFirst ... See MoreSee Less
Sexual extortion is on the rise among our kids. We are putting an end to it. ... See MoreSee Less
Michigan lawmakers talk 'sextortion' legislation to address a growing threat against kids • Michigan Advance
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Jordan DeMay was a well-loved member of the Marquette High School community, the homecoming king and a star athlete. But in March 2022 the northern Michigan 17-year-old thought he was messaging a youn...Up to 1 in 5 kids in every classroom is impacted by dyslexia. New legislation is creating a pathway for our kids to reach their fullest potential. ... See MoreSee Less
Jordan DeMay lost his life to sextortion. In Michigan, we've introduced legislation to target criminals, educate our youth and put an end to this terrible, manipulative crime. ... See MoreSee Less
Actions speak louder than words — we're delivering $150 million to Michigan schools. This money for mental health and school safety will make classrooms stronger and allow kids to just be kids. #MichEd #MiLeg
Michigan lawmakers pass supplemental budget for school safety
Michigan lawmakers passed a supplemental budget on Wednesday that supports school safety and mental health. ... See MoreSee Less