State Representative
Phil Skaggs
East Grand Rapids | 80th House District
Serving 92,350 constituents in Cascade Township, Kentwood, East Grand Rapids, southern Grand Rapids Township, small portion of Grand Rapids
PhilSkaggs@house.mi.gov
(517) 373-0836
Office: N-1099 House Office Building
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Tonight! My first Virtual Community Conversation. Just hop on Facebook at 7:00 for a quick legislative update and conversation.
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🚨 BREAKING NEWS 🚨
Michigan House Republicans are planning to "defund the DNR into oblivion" -- closing our state parks this summer and beyond.
Democrats are fighting back to keep our beloved parks -- from Saugatuck Dunes to Belle Isle to Mackinac Island -- open for the people.
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It was an honor to meet Fidele and recognize his championship. I am so proud of his accomplishments and cannot wait to see what he does next! ... See MoreSee Less




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Hello everyone! Here’s a quick update on what you might have missed last week in the state legislature and in House District 80. I’m looking forward to another great week representing our community!
Victory in Europe Day:
Last week, I introduced a bill to forever commemorate May 8 as Victory in Europe Day in Michigan. Last Thursday marked the 80th anniversary of the surrender of Nazi Germany in 19
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This week, I introduced a bill to forever commemorate May 8th as Victory in Europe Day in Michigan.
Thursday marks the 80th anniversary of the surrender of Nazi Germany in 1945. Victory in Europe Day celebrates the end of World War II in the European theater and honors the victory of America and our Allies over forces fascist tyranny, genocide, and aggression.
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During yesterday’s elections, the communities of Forest Hills Public Schools and Kentwood public schools passed their millage proposals. Congratulations on supporting our excellent public schools here in House District 80! ... See MoreSee Less
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Hi everyone! Here’s a short recap of what you may have missed in Lansing and in House District 80 last week. I’m looking forward to another great week ahead working for our community!
Coffee Hour:
Thank you to everyone who stopped by my coffee hour at Moka Roots last Monday! I enjoyed the meaningful conversation on topics ranging from the state budget to earned paid sick time to the best way to in
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Phil Skaggs IN THE NEWS
House Democratic Lawmakers Host Workers Memorial Day Press Conference
2025-04-30T12:23:40-04:00April 30, 2025|
Democratic lawmakers unveil Workplace Safety Bill Package State Rep. Phil Skaggs (D-East Grand Rapids) testifies in a committee on [...]
Skaggs Calls Out Republican Hypocrisy
2025-03-18T16:27:08-04:00March 18, 2025|
LANSING, Mich., March 18, 2025 — The Detroit News published a story last night raising questions about if state Rep. [...]
Skaggs Applauds Governor’s Message Following State of the State
2025-02-26T21:02:13-05:00February 26, 2025|
LANSING, Mich., Feb. 26, 2025 — Gov. Gretchen Whitmer delivered her seventh State of the State Address before a joint [...]
Tonight! My first Virtual Community Conversation. Just hop on Facebook at 7:00 for a quick legislative update and conversation.
May 19, 7:00pmState House District 80Join my Facebook Live on Monday, May 19th at 7pm for a Community Conversation! I will give an update on what’s been happening in Lansing, let you know where to find me at upcoming community events in Hou
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Community Conversation
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🚨 BREAKING NEWS 🚨
Michigan House Republicans are planning to "defund the DNR into oblivion" -- closing our state parks this summer and beyond.
Democrats are fighting back to keep our beloved parks -- from Saugatuck Dunes to Belle Isle to Mackinac Island -- open for the people. ... See MoreSee Less
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Community ConversationMay 19, 7:00pmState House District 80Join my Facebook Live on Monday, May 19th at 7pm for a Community Conversation! I will give an update on what’s been happening in Lansing, let you know where to find me at upcoming community events in House District 80, and answer your questions. Drop in, listen, and ask your questions!
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It was an honor to meet Fidele and recognize his championship. I am so proud of his accomplishments and cannot wait to see what he does next! ... See MoreSee Less
0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Hello everyone! Here’s a quick update on what you might have missed last week in the state legislature and in House District 80. I’m looking forward to another great week representing our community!
Victory in Europe Day:
Last week, I introduced a bill to forever commemorate May 8 as Victory in Europe Day in Michigan. Last Thursday marked the 80th anniversary of the surrender of Nazi Germany in 19 ... See MoreSee Less
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My statement on the Schurr mistrial: ... See MoreSee Less
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This week, I introduced a bill to forever commemorate May 8th as Victory in Europe Day in Michigan.
Thursday marks the 80th anniversary of the surrender of Nazi Germany in 1945. Victory in Europe Day celebrates the end of World War II in the European theater and honors the victory of America and our Allies over forces fascist tyranny, genocide, and aggression. ... See MoreSee Less
3 CommentsComment on Facebook
During yesterday’s elections, the communities of Forest Hills Public Schools and Kentwood public schools passed their millage proposals. Congratulations on supporting our excellent public schools here in House District 80! ... See MoreSee Less
0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Hi everyone! Here’s a short recap of what you may have missed in Lansing and in House District 80 last week. I’m looking forward to another great week ahead working for our community!
Coffee Hour:
Thank you to everyone who stopped by my coffee hour at Moka Roots last Monday! I enjoyed the meaningful conversation on topics ranging from the state budget to earned paid sick time to the best way to in ... See MoreSee Less
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