Dear Neighbor,
Hi, I’m Jason. I have the privilege of serving as your state representative for Washtenaw, Wayne and Oakland Counties.
These are uncertain and deeply troubling times for many people. I’ve heard from countless folks in the community — the anxiety and fear for the future and direction that our country is going in, and what it all means for their families. The uncertainty and sense that things we’ve counted on like Medicaid and Social Security might suddenly be up for grabs — it’s real, and you’re not alone in feeling it.
In moments like this, it’s more important than ever that we show up for each other. That we speak up, stand together and fight for the values that matter most: dignity, fairness and community.
As one of your elected officials, you should know, I’m not looking away, and I’m not backing down. I’ll keep fighting for you in Lansing — and standing with our communities when they’re under attack. No matter how loud or chaotic things get, you deserve a government that works for you and delivers a future you can believe in.
Here’s a bit of what we’re working on:
Town halls: Any Time, Any Place
On Monday, I joined special guests U.S. Congresswoman Debbie Dingell, House Minority Leader Ranjeev Puri, state Rep. Matt Koleszar and state Sen. Dayna Polehanki for a community town hall in Canton. My colleagues and I were there to listen — to hear directly from you about what matters most — and to share what we’re fighting for in Lansing: protecting your rights, building an economy that works for working and middle-class families and making government transparent and accountable to the people — not the oligarchs.
Conversations like these are necessary to having a democracy. The policies we fight for and the actions we take come from you and your voice.
April 2025 is Community College Month!
Last week, I introduced House Resolution 60, declaring April 2025 as Community College Month in Michigan. As a former government teacher at Washtenaw Community College, I’ve seen firsthand how transformational these institutions can be — for the communities who have them and the individuals that attend them. Click the link to watch my floor speech.
Let me tell you about Emily, one of my former students.
Emily had graduated high school and was working various jobs for a few years. But in 2021, she heard about the Michigan Reconnect Program, which was created by the Legislature and Gov. Gretchen Whitmer. Reconnect was designed for adults 25 and older without a college degree looking for an associate’s degree or skill certificate. Emily shared with me that without this program, she wouldn’t have been able to go back to school.
And last week, I met with three students from Schoolcraft College who had their lives changed for the better with the promise of affordable education.
One student shared that he dropped out of high school and got his GED, found success through Michigan Reconnect, and is on his way to the University of Michigan Aerospace Engineering Program. Another shared that she was able to use dual enrollment and get a head start on her college education — being one of the first graduates to utilize the community college guarantee. She’s now graduating and transferring to Michigan State to finish her 4 year degree. And a third, Maggie, is the first in her family to attend college. With the help of the community college guarantee, she graduated in just three years with an associates and bachelors degree.
As a fellow first generation college student, I can tell you, Maggie’s success is no easy task. Community colleges change AND build lives. They make strong communities, give everyone a shot at opportunity, and prepare Michigan for the challenges of tomorrow.
Helping at Home: Volunteer Opportunities in Michigan’s 23rd House District
With so much uncertainty around the world, our country, and right here in Michigan, one thing is clear: we’re stronger when we look out for one another.
If you’re looking for a way to give back, here are just a few ways to get involved:
- Food Gatherers in Washtenaw County: Help prepare and distribute food to those in need.
- United Way for Southeastern Michigan: Sign up for local projects supporting education, financial stability, and health.
- Active Faith Community Services in South Lyon: Help with food distribution, cleaning, delivering food and assist the staff that offer these crucial services.
- Michigan CASA: Volunteer to help CASA’s mission of being a voice for abused and neglected children in Michigan.
These are just a few of the many incredible organizations making a difference. If you know of others doing great work in the community, please reach out to my office at JasonMorgan@house.mi.gov — we’d love to highlight them in a future update.
A Fair Share for Transit Riders
Every time you buy a car, get it repaired, replace a tire or get an oil change, you pay sales tax. But did you know that a portion of that goes to transportation? We need to invest in the diverse ways that keep our state competitive — but right now, we’re not doing that for our public transit system. That’s wrong — and it’s time we fix it.
That’s why I introduced the Michigan Mobility Investment Act. This bill directs the auto-related portion of the state sales tax to properly fund our public transit systems across Michigan — from big urban cities to small rural villages. Our communities deserve more reliable buses, safer rides and better options.
And all of this is done with no new taxes. A budget is a reflection of priorities, and Michigan already has the resources to invest in our people. We have a choice; we can choose to fund services that bring our students to school, expecting mothers to prenatal visits, families to local businesses and people to work. Or, we can continue the trend of disinvestment in our communities. There’s a better path forward, and it’s a step toward building a Michigan where everyone can thrive.
We have a lot of work ahead, and I’m more determined than ever to keep fighting for our community and the people who make this state what it is — hardworking, hopeful and ready to move Michigan forward.
Yours in service,
Jason Morgan
State Representative
Michigan’s 23rd House District