Weiss Urges Budget Focus on Education, Affordability Following State of State Address
State Rep. Regina Weiss (D-Oak Park) stands with guest Marian McClellan, Mayor of Oak Park, at the State of the State address on Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2026 on the House Floor at the Capitol Building in Lansing.
LANSING, Mich., Feb. 26, 2026 — Gov. Gretchen Whitmer delivered her final State of the State address before a joint legislative session yesterday evening, setting forth her priorities for the year ahead. With affordability concerns top of mind for many, the address was an opportunity for House Democrats to reflect on legislative successes that helped bring down costs and provide relief for Michiganders. Priority-focuses also narrowed in on the past and future legislative work on the cost of living, health care, education, jobs and safe neighborhoods.
After the address, state Rep. Regina Weiss (D-Oak Park) issued the following statement:
“Every child deserves access to a high-quality public education. But too many families are stretching their budgets just to cover basic needs. This year, I will advocate for protecting and expanding strong investments in our neighborhood schools, expanded student support services and responsible policies that lower everyday costs. Investing in education and improving affordability aren’t separate goals — they are both essential to building long-term opportunity.”
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