Fighting for Michigan Families — Progress Wins & Upcoming Event Details
Dear Neighbor, As I imagine many of you are feeling, it’s hard to believe 2024 is almost over. For all of the ups and downs we have been through this year and the uncertainty that remains ahead, I want you to know my commitment to you and the...
🦃 Happy Thanksgiving – Important Food Resources and More!
Dear Neighbor, Happy holidays! The holiday season is officially upon us, and with that, I hope you get a chance to enjoy some delicious comfort food, quality time with your loved ones, and a moment of reflection to give thanks. It’s the...
🦌Happy Hunting! Essential Tips and Resources for Michigan Hunters
Dear Neighbor, TODAY is the opening day of Michigan’s 2024 firearm deer hunting season! The Michigan Dept. of Natural Resources has created a page to help hunters have a successful season — find licenses, regulations, maps, and more here. ...
Your Voting Guide for Nov. 5 + Updates on Child Labor, Maternal Health & More
Dear Neighbor, As Halloween festivities come to a close, I hope you and your loved ones had a chance to enjoy all that Michigan has to offer in the beautiful month of October. Here in the Senate, we’ve stayed busy delivering on the priorities...
Free College Applications, Legislative Updates, and More!
Dear Neighbor, October has arrived, and with that, the leaves are falling, temperatures are dropping, and autumn is fully underway! We hope you’ll take advantage of everything the Mitten State has to offer this month, whether that be...
Kicking Off Fall with Housing Solutions, School Safety, and More!
Dear Neighbor, With Labor Day now behind us, we say goodbye to another beautiful Michigan summer. As we approach the beginning of autumn, I encourage you to take advantage of everything our great state has to offer as the leaves begin to...
Important Updates and Resources for You in Michigan
Dear Neighbors, One of the greatest privileges of serving as your State Senator is the opportunity to connect with you and share valuable information that can make your life in Michigan better and more fulfilling. In this newsletter, you’ll find...
Investing in Our Community — 2025 Budget Wins & Community Updates
Dear Neighbor, As the Senate Appropriations Chair, my role is to oversee and lead the creation of the state budget. Last year, I ensured our Budget for the People — the first by Democrats in more than 40 years — reflected the priorities of all...
Building Up Michigan: Passing the 2025 State Budget
Dear Neighbors, As the Senate Appropriations Chair, my role is to oversee and lead the creation of the state budget. Last year, I ensured our Budget for the People — the first crafted by Democrats in nearly 40 years — reflected the priorities...
June-in-Review: Celebrating History, the State Budget and More
Dear Neighbor, At last, after many long hours of collaboration and hearing from constituents, community leaders, businesses, and stakeholders, my colleagues and I have passed a monumental $82.5 billion state budget for 2025! This budget reflects...
Fighting for Michigan Families — Progress Wins & Upcoming Event Details
Dear Neighbor, As I imagine many of you are feeling, it’s hard to believe 2024 is almost over. For all of the ups and downs we have been through this year and the uncertainty that remains ahead, I want you to know my commitment to you and the...
🦃 Happy Thanksgiving – Important Food Resources and More!
Dear Neighbor, Happy holidays! The holiday season is officially upon us, and with that, I hope you get a chance to enjoy some delicious comfort food, quality time with your loved ones, and a moment of reflection to give thanks. It’s the...
🦌Happy Hunting! Essential Tips and Resources for Michigan Hunters
Dear Neighbor, TODAY is the opening day of Michigan’s 2024 firearm deer hunting season! The Michigan Dept. of Natural Resources has created a page to help hunters have a successful season — find licenses, regulations, maps, and more here. ...
Your Voting Guide for Nov. 5 + Updates on Child Labor, Maternal Health & More
Dear Neighbor, As Halloween festivities come to a close, I hope you and your loved ones had a chance to enjoy all that Michigan has to offer in the beautiful month of October. Here in the Senate, we’ve stayed busy delivering on the priorities...
Free College Applications, Legislative Updates, and More!
Dear Neighbor, October has arrived, and with that, the leaves are falling, temperatures are dropping, and autumn is fully underway! We hope you’ll take advantage of everything the Mitten State has to offer this month, whether that be...
Kicking Off Fall with Housing Solutions, School Safety, and More!
Dear Neighbor, With Labor Day now behind us, we say goodbye to another beautiful Michigan summer. As we approach the beginning of autumn, I encourage you to take advantage of everything our great state has to offer as the leaves begin to...
Important Updates and Resources for You in Michigan
Dear Neighbors, One of the greatest privileges of serving as your State Senator is the opportunity to connect with you and share valuable information that can make your life in Michigan better and more fulfilling. In this newsletter, you’ll find...
Building Up Michigan: Passing the 2025 State Budget
Dear Neighbors, As the Senate Appropriations Chair, my role is to oversee and lead the creation of the state budget. Last year, I ensured our Budget for the People — the first crafted by Democrats in nearly 40 years — reflected the priorities...
June-in-Review: Celebrating History, the State Budget and More
Dear Neighbor, At last, after many long hours of collaboration and hearing from constituents, community leaders, businesses, and stakeholders, my colleagues and I have passed a monumental $82.5 billion state budget for 2025! This budget reflects...
Senate District 21 Updates
Dear Friend, The weather is getting warmer, bringing about seasonal change as well as many legislative wins! Currently, we’re in an exciting moment with our budget process, continuing the transformative investments of the previous year and taking...
Investing in Our Community — 2025 Budget Wins & Community Updates
Dear Neighbor, As the Senate Appropriations Chair, my role is to oversee and lead the creation of the state budget. Last year, I ensured our Budget for the People — the first by Democrats in more than 40 years — reflected the priorities of all...
2023 Legislative Year in Review
Dear Neighbor, As we begin a new legislative year at the Capitol, it is so important to reflect on progress made and victories won for the people of Michigan in my first year as your State Senator. Starting strong in our first 100 days, the Senate...