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House Democrats Deliver $7 Million in Funding for Local DNR Projects
SB 145, which passed in the House Wednesday, appropriates dollars from the DNR National Resources Trust Fund to various projects [...]
House Dems Introduce Legislation to Affirm Marriage Equality in Michigan
Twenty-nine Democratic representatives are introducing 54 bills (HBs 6045-6098) and a House joint resolution (HJR T) to bring Michigan law [...]
Michigan House Democrats File Second Amicus Brief to Defend the Constitutional Authority of the Legislature
Having failed to achieve their political objectives through the normal legislative process and having had their lawsuit deemed “meritless” by [...]
Michigan House Democrats Deliver $880M in Bipartisan COVID-19 Relief
SB 690 allocates $880M in federal coronavirus relief funding for some of the sectors hardest hit but the COVID-19 pandemic. [...]
Michigan Legislators, Governor, Lt. Governor support peaceful protesters and condemn senseless violence
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Michigan Legislators, Governor, Lt. Governor support peaceful protesters and condemn senseless violence LANSING, Mich. — Today, [...]
House Democratic Leader Christine Greig on Court Ruling Regarding Extension of State of Emergency
“Today’s ruling does not come as a surprise. From the very beginning of this suit, it was clear that it [...]
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