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House Democrats Unveil “Michigan Strong: A Stronger Future Starts Today” Plan
The COVID-19 pandemic has brought many of the policies Michigan Democrats continue to diligently work toward to the forefront, including [...]
House Democrats on Gov. Whitmer’s EO Suspending In-classroom Education for the Remainder of the School Year
The fluidity of this crisis requires decisive action to ensure students, parents, teachers and staff have the certainty and stability [...]
House Democrats on the Passing of State Rep. Isaac Robinson
LANSING, Mich., — House Democratic Leader Christine Greig (D-Farmington Hills) announced with great sadness the passing of state Representative Isaac Robinson [...]
Cynthia R. Neeley Sworn In as 34th District Representative
LANSING, Mich. — Today, as the House reconvened to address to a number of agenda items, a ceremony was held [...]
House Dem Package Holds Bad Actors and Poisonous Polluters Accountable
Thousands of sites across Michigan are contaminated by a variety of chemicals — from PFAS to dioxaine to the now [...]
House Democrats Protecting Michigan Citizens from Hazardous Waste Contamination
In addition to the recently discovered hexavalent chromium contaminated site in the city of Madison Heights and the potentially contaminated [...]
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