Miller Applauds Bipartisan Support for Waste Disposal Reform
LANSING, Mich., Dec. 6, 2024 — The Michigan Senate passed Senate Bill 938 out of the Senate Energy and Environment Committee yesterday. Spearheaded by state Sen. Darrin Camilleri (D-Trenton), this bipartisan effort would enhance Michigan’s hazardous waste disposal laws. The bill takes a big step in protecting public health, ensuring environmental safety and supporting communities impacted by hazardous waste facilities. State Rep. Reggie Miller (D-Van Buren Township), a champion for her residents in their fight against radioactive waste, issued the [...]
Miller Joins Local Community Members at Dundee Housing Redevelopment Project
DUNDEE, Mich., Oct. 16, 2024 — State Rep. Reggie Miller (D-Van Buren Township) joined local officials yesterday to celebrate the housing redevelopment of a long-vacant building in Dundee. This project will transform the property into 24 modern, high-quality apartments. The redevelopment project received $4 million in state funding to address the need for more affordable housing in the area. Following the event, Miller issued the following statement: “This redevelopment is more than just a construction project — it’s about building [...]
Miller Letter to Judge Cox on Manhattan Project Radioactive Waste
Dear Honorable Judge Kevin Cox, I write to you today on behalf of the residents with our concerns regarding the proposed injunction to prevent the acceptance of radioactive waste from the Manhattan Project at the Wayne Disposal landfill in Van Buren Township. As you deliberate on this critically important matter, I urge you to consider the potential health risks to our residents and ecosystem. I have been a resident of this community since 1996. This is my home. I’ve volunteered [...]
Miller Celebrates $10 Million Investment in Monroe County Community College
MONROE, Mich., Oct. 4, 2024 — State Rep. Reggie Miller (D-Van Buren Township) celebrated a $10 million state investment to expand Monroe County Community College’s (MCCC) Welch Center for Health and Public Safety. As part of the most recent state budget, Miller worked tirelessly advocating to help secure a $10 million grant that will allow MCCC to expand classroom and lab space for nursing and public safety programs. “Expanding nursing and public safety programs in a time when Michiganders need [...]
Miller Welcomes Judge’s Order Blocking Radioactive Waste
VAN BUREN TOWNSHIP, Mich., Sept. 19, 2024 — A Wayne County Circuit Court judge has temporarily blocked shipments of radioactive waste from a site in New York to a hazardous waste landfill in Van Buren Township. State Rep. Reggie Miller (D-Van Buren Township), who has been a champion for residents in their fight against the waste shipments and acted on their behalf by introducing legislation, House Bill 5923, to ban radioactive waste dumping in Michigan, issued the following statement on [...]
Miller Calls on EPA to Halt Hazardous Waste Disposal in Wayne County
VAN BUREN TOWNSHIP, Mich., Aug, 30, 2024 — State Rep. Reggie Miller (D-Van Buren Township) has called on the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to halt plans to dispose of hazardous waste in Wayne County. In a letter sent today to EPA Administrator Michael S. Regan, Miller expressed concerns about the potential risks of the proposed disposal of hazardous waste from the Manhattan Project at the Wayne Disposal facility in Van Buren Township. “I am making the call for the immediate [...]
Miller Holds Press Conference on Legislation to Ban Radioactive Waste Dumping
LANSING, Mich., Sept. 11, 2024 — State Rep. Reggie Miller (D-Van Buren Township) held a press conference today on her legislation to block efforts to move radioactive soil and water from New York state to Michigan. “This legislation will ban radioactive waste dumping in Michigan to protect the health and safety of our residents. Our beautiful state is not a dumping ground. My constituents have told me again and again that they are worried and angry that radioactive materials from three states [...]
Miller Calls on EPA to Halt Hazardous Waste Disposal in Wayne County
VAN BUREN TOWNSHIP, Mich., Aug, 30, 2024 — State Rep. Reggie Miller (D-Van Buren Township) has called on the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to halt plans to dispose of hazardous waste in Wayne County. In a letter sent today to EPA Administrator Michael S. Regan, Miller expressed concerns about the potential risks of the proposed disposal of hazardous waste from the Manhattan Project at the Wayne Disposal facility in Van Buren Township. “I am making the call for the immediate stop of the delivery [...]
Miller Letter to Environmental Protection Agency
August 30, 2024 Honorable Michael S. Regan, Administrator U.S. Environmental Protection Agency 1200 Pennsylvania Avenue NW Washington, D.C. 20460 Steven A. Pylypiak, P.E. Chief, Special Projects Branch (Environmental Remediation & Interagency Support) U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Buffalo District 1776 Niagara St, Buffalo, NY 14207 Dear Administrator Regan and Chief Pylypiak: As the state-elected representative for Michigan House District 31, covering the counties of Lenawee, Monroe, Washtenaw and Wayne, and Van Buren Township, I am extremely concerned about recent reports [...]
Miller Responds to Hazardous Waste Dumping in Wayne County
VAN BUREN TOWNSHIP, Mich., Aug, 19, 2024 — Following recent news that an additional 6,000 cubic yards of soil and concrete and additional 4,000 gallons of contaminated groundwater with elevated radiation from the Manhattan Project will be transported to the Wayne Disposal landfill in Van Buren Township, state Rep. Reggie Miller (D-Van Buren Township) issued the following statement expressing her firm opposition: “The health and safety of our community members is always my top priority, so I will be carefully monitoring and [...]
Miller Thrilled for Legislation to Better Fund 4-H Foundation
VAN BUREN TOWNSHIP, Mich., Aug. 15, 2024 — Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed House Bills 5056 and 5058 for a ceremonial bill signing at Van Buren Township Hall in Belleville alongside state and local officials. This bipartisan legislation, sponsored by state Rep. Reggie Miller (D-Van Buren Township) and state Rep. Matt Bierlien (R-Vassar), introduces a new fundraising license plate that will directly benefit the Michigan 4-H Foundation, marking a significant advancement in support for youth development programs across the state. The [...]
Miller Celebrates Passage of Bipartisan 4-H Legislation to Expand Funding for Future Farmers
LANSING, Mich., July 25, 2024 — Gov. Gretchen Whitmer recently signed into law House Bill 5056, a bipartisan piece of legislation that establishes a dedicated fund for the 4-H Foundation of Michigan. This initiative will support youth development and promote agricultural education across the state. Spearheaded by state Rep. Reggie Miller (D-Van Buren Township), HB 5056, part of a two bill package with state Rep. Matt Bierlein (R-Vassar) creates a financial resource to assist 4-H clubs in delivering programs that enhance leadership skills, foster community engagement and [...]
House Dems Attend Housing Panel, Support Affordability and Access
State Rep. Kristian Grant (D-Grand Rapids) speaks at the Housing Reform panel alongside State Rep. Joseph Aragona (R-Macomb County) at Heritage Hall in Lansing on July 16, 2024 LANSING, Mich., July 16, 2024 — State Reps. Kristian Grant (D-Grand Rapids), Rachel Hood (D-Grand Rapids) and Reggie Miller (D-Van Buren Township) attended the "Delivering Housing Reform through Planning" event today in Lansing, hosted by the American Planning Association and MLive. The event brought together policymakers, elected officials and local decision-makers to address efforts to lower the cost [...]
Miller on the Recent Incident at Donald Trump’s Rally
VAN BUREN TOWNSHIP, Mich., July 13, 2024 — In response to the recent violent incident at a rally held with Former President Donald J. Trump, state Rep. Reggie Miller (D-Van Buren Township) issued the following statement: “Violence in American politics is never acceptable. Violence does not lead to the solutions that move our country forward. Every political candidate should be safe to campaign for office, and citizens should know they can support candidates without fearing for their safety at political [...]
Bills Protecting Children from Criminal Sexual Conduct Pass the House
LANSING, Mich., June 28, 2024 — Important first steps in the fight to stop pedophiles and serial sexual predators, and the institutions that protect them, passed the House Wednesday evening Studies have shown that it often takes decades for a childhood survivor of criminal sexual assault to disclose their abuse. Due to Michigan’s worst-in-the-nation statute of limitations (SOL) and other laws that shield pedophiles and predators from being held accountable for their crimes, many survivors are unable to access the [...]
Miller Holds Agriculture Committee Hearing on Avian Flu
State Rep. Reggie Miller (D-Van Buren Township), top row second from right, presides over a Joint House and Senate Agriculture committee hearing on HPAI in the Senate Appropriations Room on Wednesday, June 12, 2024, at the state Capitol in Lansing. LANSING, Mich., June 12, 2024 — State Rep. Reggie Miller (D-Van Buren Township) and state Sen. Sue Shink (D-Northfield Township) held a joint committee hearing to hear from the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) on highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI). During [...]
House Dems Bring Dollars Home for Teachers
State Rep. Reggie Miller (D-Van Buren Township) speaks in support of the Budget on May 8, 2024, on the House Floor of the Michigan Capitol in Lansing. LANSING, Mich., June 6, 2024 — The Michigan Department of Education (MDE) announced today the recipients of the Future Proud Michigan Educator EXPLORE grants for school districts to financially assist students interested in educational careers. In light of the ongoing teacher shortage, House Dems allocated almost $750,000 to local schools to pay for [...]
Miller Responds to First Human Case of Influenza A in Michigan
LANSING, Mich., May 22, 2024 — It was recently announced that the first case of influenza A (H5) was detected in a Michigan resident. This is the second case of this strain of influenza found in humans, which generally only infects livestock. In response to the announcement, state Rep. Reggie Miller (D-Van Buren Township), chair of the House Agriculture Committee, issued the following statement: “As this situation has played out, I have been keeping a very close eye on developments [...]
Miller Secures Funding for First Responders in House Budget
LANSING, Mich., May 12, 2024 — The Michigan House of Representatives passed its budget recommendations last week. Included in the budget is an additional $2.5 million grant, for a total of $5 million, to support the mental health of fire fighters, police officers, first responders and public safety staff, a top priority for state Rep. Reggie Miller (D-Van Buren Township). After the vote, Miller issued the following statement: "We are consistently taking steps toward honoring and supporting Michigan’s first responders and public safety personnel [...]
Miller on State of the State Address
Legislator vows to continue supporting students, seniors, families LANSING, Mich., Jan. 24, 2024 — Gov. Gretchen Whitmer delivered this year’s State of the State address today before a joint legislative session. In her speech, the governor discussed her agenda for the new term, which includes lowering costs for Michiganders, expanding educational opportunities and strengthening the state’s economy. State Rep. Reggie Miller (D-Van Buren Township) issued the following statement on Whitmer’s address: State Rep. Reggie Miller (D-Van Buren Township) applauds during the State [...]
Miller on DTE Rate Increase
VAN BUREN TOWNSHIP, Mich., Dec. 4, 2023 — Late last week, the Michigan Public Service Commission approved a $368 million rate increase for DTE electricity customers. In response, state Rep. Reggie Miller (D-Van Buren Township) issued the following statement: “I am disappointed that DTE customers in my district are going to be paying more for the same unreliable energy. Although this increase is much lower than the original $622 million request, it is unacceptable that we are paying more than our neighboring states for [...]
Governor Whitmer Signs Legislation Protecting Health Care for Millions of Michiganders
LANSING, Mich. - Today, Governor Whitmer signed legislation protecting the Affordable Care Act (ACA), which ensures affordable health care coverage for millions of Michiganders and their families, and makes it harder for the federal government or Supreme Court to repeal the ACA and claw back healthcare access like they did with the overturn of Roe v. Wade. “When I was in the Legislature, I brought Democrats and Republicans together to establish Healthy Michigan, which now covers over one million Michiganders,” [...]
Governor Signs Rep. Miller’s First Bill, Protecting Health Care Coverage
State Rep. Reggie Miller (D-Van Buren Township) stands with Gov. Gretchen Whitmer after the governor signed House Bill 4622 into law on Thursday, Oct. 19, 2023 at the state Capitol in Lansing. LANSING, Mich., Oct. 19, 2023 — This morning, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed state Rep. Reggie Miller’s (D-Van Buren Township) first bill. House Bill 4622 prohibits insurance providers from placing caps on annual or lifetime insurance benefits. With recent challenges to the Affordable Care Act (ACA) at the federal level, this proactive set [...]
Dem-Sponsored Bills Protecting Health Care Access Move Closer to Governor’s Desk
Legislation enshrines federal protections into state law to keep health care available, affordable LANSING, Mich., Oct. 13, 2023 — Michigan Democratic legislators are one step closer to securing Affordable Care Act (ACA) protections in law. The ACA requires nearly all private health plans to cover many critical preventive services without cost sharing — these bills serve to codify those reforms and protections in Michigan statute. Lawmakers in both chambers have worked together to ensure the protections for Michiganders. The bills include: [...]
Legislators Spearhead Bipartisan Patient-Led Care Package Making Mental Health Care More Accessible
Bipartisan legislation benefits patients and providers alike LANSING, Mich., Oct. 5, 2023 — State Reps. Carrie Rheingans (D-Ann Arbor), Donavan McKinney (D-Detroit), Reggie Miller (D-Van Buren Township) and Curt VanderWall (R-Ludington) hosted a press conference today in support of House Bills 5114-17 to increase Michiganders’ access to vital health care, including both physical and mental health. Physician assistants (PA) are a crucial part of the Michigan health care delivery system. These bills align Michigan PA standards with many other states [...]
Michigan Legislators Announce 4-H Day at Michigan Capitol
LANSING, Mich., Sept. 13, 2023 — State Reps. Matthew Bierlein (R-Vassar) and Reggie Miller (D-Van Buren Township), along with Michigan State University Extension, are inviting people to the first Michigan 4-H Day at the state Capitol in Lansing on Wednesday, Oct. 4. The event, which will be held at Heritage Hall in the atrium, will offer information and raise awareness regarding the positive impact Michigan 4-H programs have on young people throughout the state. “This event will help bring attention to a cause that [...]
Going PRO Talent Fund awards nearly $450,000 to support Belleville, Romulus workers and businesses
VAN BUREN TOWNSHIP, Mich., July 28, 2023 – Thanks to the most recent round of Going PRO Talent Fund grants, three businesses in Belleville and Romulus will receive nearly $450,000 in funding to help more than 230 local workers receive the training they need to gain and retain high-skill, high-wage careers. Statewide, approximately $13.5 million in grants from the second cycle of fiscal year 2023 Going PRO Talent Fund were awarded to nearly 300 Michigan businesses to help approximately 8,500 [...]
Rep. Miller Secures Over $15 Million for District 31 Infrastructure Projects
Projects Include Denton Rd Bridge Causeway Replacement, Iron Belle Trail Expansion and Milan Wastewater Treatment Plant Maintenance VAN BUREN TOWNSHIP, Mich, June 30, 2023 — State Representative Reggie Miller (D-Van Buren Township) secured state funding for 3 major infrastructure projects in her district with the passage of the FY 2023-24 budget. Wayne County will receive $10 Million for the replacement of the Denton Road Bridge Causeway in Van Buren Township. The county will receive an additional $1.8 million for the [...]
House Passes Bills to Protect Access to Affordable Health Care
Legislation codifies ACA’s consumer-friendly provisions in state law LANSING, Mich., June 27, 2023 — The Michigan House of Representatives approved legislation today that puts certain protections of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) into state law. The ACA requires nearly all private health plans to cover many critical preventive services without cost sharing. Furthermore, enshrining ACA preventive services helps to protect Michiganders from the will of federal judges who threaten to jeopardize health insurance protections. State Rep. Julie M. Rogers [...]
Miller Applauds Toyota America’s $47.7 Million Investment in York Township
LANSING, Mich., June 9, 2023 — Gov. Gretchen Whitmer announced yesterday that Toyota North America is expanding its facility in York Township. This project is expected to generate a total capital investment of nearly $48 million. The global automaker is also planning to launch a new “Driving Possibilities” STEM initiative, which is a community engagement program focused on preparing youth for the careers of tomorrow. Following the announcement, state Rep. Reggie Miller (D-Van Buren Township) issued the following statement: “I’m [...]
House Democrats Champion Bills Securing Affordable Care Act Protections into Law
LANSING, June 8, 2023 — The House Insurance and Financial Services Committee heard testimony on House Bills 4619-23 today. The bill package aims to safeguard protections under the Affordable Care Act (ACA) into state law. The ACA requires nearly all private health plans to cover many critical preventive services without cost sharing — these bills serve to codify those reforms and protections in Michigan statute. Furthermore, codifying ACA preventive services helps to protect Michiganders from the will of federal judges [...]
Miller Introduces Legislation Supporting Farmers’ Rights
Agriculture Committee chair sponsors ‘right-to-repair’ bill LANSING, Mich, May 25 2023 — State Rep. Reggie Miller (D-Van Buren Township) introduced legislation today giving farmers the right to repair their equipment. House Bill 4673 would provide farmers this right by banning manufacturers from restricting farm equipment maintenance to authorized service providers. Currently, users of these machines may only have their equipment repaired and routine services performed by an authorized dealer or technician. This legislation would save farmers time and money when [...]
Miller Awards Teacher and Support Staff of the Month
DUNDEE, Mich., May 10, 2023 — State Rep. Reggie Miller (D-Van Buren Township) announced the winners of her Teacher of the Month and Support Staff of the Month awards. Congratulations to April’s Teacher of the Month and Support Staff of the Month Jacki Bearden and Roxanne Hope, respectively! “I’m delighted to have gotten the chance to present Jacki with the April Teacher of the Month award,” Miller said. “Her amazing commitment to her kindergarten students and their parents ensures that these children [...]
Miller on Infrastructure Funding for Local Communities
LANSING, Mich., April 13, 2023 — Earlier this year, the Michigan House of Representatives passed Senate Bill 7, a budget supplement that allocates $25 million for the Transportation Economic Development Fund, a match grant road funding program for cities and villages with fewer than 10,000 people. State Rep. Reggie Miller (D-Van Buren Township) issued the following statement, after learning that the communities of Augusta, Belleville, Dundee, Maybee, and Milan, which she represents, have the opportunity to receive funds: “I am [...]
Miller on HB 4001 and 4002 Passage
LANSING, Mich., Jan. 30, 2023 — The Michigan House of Representatives passed House Bills 4001 and 4002 during last week’s session. House Bill 4001 repeals the retirement tax on seniors, while House Bill 4002 expands the working families tax credit to provide relief to hard-working families. The bills will now be sent to the Senate to be voted on. “I am proud to have gotten the chance to vote yes on both bills,” said state Rep. Reggie Miller (D-Van Buren Township). “This legislation will allow Michiganders [...]
Miller Named Chair of Agriculture Committee
LANSING, Mich., Jan. 26, 2023 — Speaker Joe Tate (D-Detroit) announced this month the chairs for all committees and subcommittees that will be meeting in the 2023-24 legislative session. Tate appointed state Rep. Reggie Miller (D-Van Buren Township) as the chair of the House Agriculture Committee. As chair of this committee, Miller will oversee which bills are brought up in committee and make it to the House Floor. In addition to being the chair, Miller will serve as a member [...]
Miller on Whitmer’s State of the State Address
LANSING, Mich., Jan. 25, 2023 — Gov. Gretchen Whitmer delivered the State of the State address tonight before a joint session of the Legislature at the Capitol in Lansing. In the speech, the governor discussed her legislative agenda for the new term, which includes bolstering the economy, increasing public safety, lowering costs for families, protecting fundamental rights, supporting Michigan workers, investing in early childhood education and attracting talent to Michigan. State Rep. Reggie Miller (D-Van Buren Township) issued the following statement on Whitmer’s address: [...]
Miller Sworn in as State Representative
Michigan Supreme Court Justice Kyra Bolden swears in Rep. Reggie Miller, joined by her guest at the Michigan Capitol on Wednesday, Jan. 11, 2023. LANSING, Mich., Jan. 12, 2023 — State Rep. Reggie Miller (D-Van Buren Township) was sworn in yesterday as state representative for Michigan’s 2023-24 legislative term. The swearing-in ceremony marked the formal opening of Michigan’s 102nd Legislature and the first day of House Democrats having the majority in over a decade. “I’m excited to serve my communities [...]