LANSING, Mich., Aug. 28, 2025 — This week, House Republicans passed their omnibus budget spending bill, House Bill 4706. Following D.C. Republicans’ lead, the House Republican budget cuts necessary programs and services that Michiganders rely on, from Medicaid to food assistance. After voting no, state Rep. Helena Scott (D-Detroit) released the following statement:
“I think it’s clear that even House Republicans don’t know how to defend this budget — that’s how bad it is. After months of delay, they’ve skipped town instead of finishing the job, leaving behind a plan that strips away critical services and programs from Michiganders,” said state Rep. Helena Scott (D-Detroit), Detroit Caucus vice chair. “This budget defunds public safety efforts, removes financial support for Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History, the Arab American National Museum and the Holocaust Memorial Center, doubles down on Trump’s Medicaid cuts and makes it harder for low income families to access fresh, healthy food. I proudly voted no because I refuse to stand by while the livelihoods of the people I represent are put at risk. I am always working for you and we’ll keep working with the Senate and the governor to deliver a budget that builds people up and gives every family an opportunity to thrive.”
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