LANSING, Mich. (Feb. 26, 2025) — Sen. Sarah Anthony (D-Lansing) issued the following statement in response to Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s “State of the State” address tonight:
“Michigan is strong because its people are strong. Together, we are ready to face any challenge that comes our way. Thanks to strategic investments we’ve made over the past two years, our state is well positioned to navigate the road ahead.
“One of these pressing challenges we must address is medical debt, which burdens too many Michigan families. As Senate Appropriations Chair, I’ve taken action to address this issue by securing $4.5 million in the 2024 budget to provide much-needed relief to people across our communities. While that was a critical step toward ensuring financial stability, I agree with the governor: we need to do more.
“I look forward to working with the governor and the House to tackle the issues that matter most to Michiganders: erasing debt, making housing more affordable, lowering costs, and ensuring everyone has access to the skills they need to build the future they want.”
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