LANSING, Mich., Feb. 26, 2025 — Gov. Gretchen Whitmer delivered her seventh State of the State Address before a joint legislative session today. In her speech, the governor discussed her plan to lower costs for families ahead of looming tariffs, increase the workforce and deliver results for the people of Michigan. After the address, state Rep. Phil Skaggs (D-East Grand Rapids) issued the following statement:
“Tonight, the governor laid out her vision for a more prosperous Michigan where people don’t just get by, they thrive. I was encouraged to hear her speak to the need to protect Michiganders from rising costs. It’s on all of us to take action to ensure every individual in our state has access to the tools they need to flourish — this includes consistent, affordable access to health care, child care and housing. As we brace for increased costs from Trump’s tariffs, now is the time to enact policies that will grow jobs and support families.
“This has been a wonderful night, celebrating the work ahead to support Michiganders. I was honored to have Adam Magers, fire chief at the Cascade Township Fire Department and senior master sergeant in the Air National Guard as my guest tonight. He represents the best of our community, and I thank him for his service.”
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