{"id":1772,"date":"2024-11-04T09:30:59","date_gmt":"2024-11-04T14:30:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/senatedems.com\/anthony\/?p=1772"},"modified":"2024-11-04T09:31:02","modified_gmt":"2024-11-04T14:31:02","slug":"your-voting-guide-for-nov-5-updates-on-child-labor-maternal-health-more","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/senatedems.com\/anthony\/2024\/11\/04\/your-voting-guide-for-nov-5-updates-on-child-labor-maternal-health-more\/","title":{"rendered":"Your Voting Guide for Nov. 5 + Updates on Child Labor, Maternal Health &amp; More"},"content":{"rendered":"\n[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][et_pb_column _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/senatedems.com\/anthony\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/21\/2024\/03\/anthony1.png&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221; alt=&#8221;State Senator Anthony Email Banner&#8221; title_text=&#8221;anthony1&#8243; force_fullwidth=&#8221;on&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][et_pb_column _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Dear Neighbor,\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">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\u2019ve stayed busy delivering on the priorities that matter most to you, from advancing legislation to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/senatedems.com\/irwin\/2024\/10\/23\/debt-2\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">protect families struggling with debt<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/senatedems.com\/blog\/2024\/10\/21\/senate-committee-on-labor-votes-out-legislation-to-reform-states-child-labor-laws-protect-michigan-children\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">strengthening child labor laws<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Election Day is next week, and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.freep.com\/story\/news\/politics\/elections\/2024\/10\/22\/michigan-absentee-ballots-returned-election\/75794223007\/#:~:text=With%20two%20weeks%20to%20go%20until%20the%20Nov.%205%20election%2C%201%2C147%2C041%C2%A0absentee%20ballots%20have%20been%20returned.\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">over a million<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> Michiganders have already cast their ballot early! Make your voice heard this election and ensure you have a voting plan in place before Tuesday, Nov. 5. You can find more information on ways to vote down below or click the video for a special message to our local clerks! <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/senatedems.com\/anthony\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/21\/2024\/11\/Anthony-votingvideo.png&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221; alt=&#8221;Make your voice heard this election and ensure you have a voting plan in place before Tuesday, Nov. 5.&#8221; title_text=&#8221;Anthony-votingvideo&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; align=&#8221;center&#8221; url=&#8221;https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/watch\/?v=578529961177919&#8243; url_new_window=&#8221;on&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">If you or someone you know would like to provide any feedback about what\u2019s happening in Lansing, or needs assistance of any sort, please feel free to reach out to my office.<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> You can contact me by sending an email to <\/span><a href=\"mailto:SenSAnthony@senate.michigan.gov\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">SenSAnthony@senate.michigan.gov<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0 or by calling (517) 373-6960.\u202f\u202f\u202f\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u202f\u202f\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559685&quot;:360,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">In Service,\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/senatedems.com\/anthony\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/21\/2024\/05\/Anthony_Sarah_Signature-300&#215;74-1.png&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221; title_text=&#8221;Anthony_Sarah_Signature-300&#215;74-1&#8243; width=&#8221;23%&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Sarah Anthony<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<br \/><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">State Senator\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<br \/><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">District 21\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; 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_module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Senate Democrats\u2019 bills to protect families struggling with debt, strengthen child labor laws, improve maternal health care for communities of color, bolster protections for vulnerable adults, and more advance in the Senate.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276,&quot;335559991&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\"><\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Join me for an upcoming Community Conversation at Sophia\u2019s Pancakes in Grand Ledge on Thursday, November 14, from 8:00 \u2013 9:00 a.m.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276,&quot;335559991&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Election Day is next Tuesday, Nov. 5. Learn what\u2019s on your ballot, where to find your polling place, and more at <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/mi.gov\/vote\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">mi.gov\/vote<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276,&quot;335559991&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][et_pb_column _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/senatedems.com\/anthony\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/21\/2024\/11\/EnewsHeaders_Legislative-Updates.png&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221; alt=&#8221;Legislative updates&#8221; title_text=&#8221;EnewsHeaders_Legislative Updates&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][et_pb_column _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Legislative Packages to Protect Michigan\u2019s Kids, Families, &amp; Seniors Advance in the Senate<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Senate Democrats recently moved forward several pieces of legislation to protect Michiganders from their younger years to their older ones.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><i><span data-contrast=\"none\"><\/span><\/i><\/b><\/p>\n<p><b><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">Protecting Michigan families struggling with debt: <\/span><\/i><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">On Oct. 23, the Michigan Senate Committee on Finance, Insurance, and Consumer Protection <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/senatedems.com\/irwin\/2024\/10\/23\/debt-2\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">voted to pass<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> Senate Bills <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.legislature.mi.gov\/Bills\/Bill?ObjectName=2023-SB-0408\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">408<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.legislature.mi.gov\/Bills\/Bill?ObjectName=2023-SB-0409\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">409,<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> which will bring greater equity to the state\u2019s bankruptcy and debt garnishment systems. This data-driven legislation ensures that vulnerable Michiganders can pay off their debts without losing their homes, vehicles, or ability to work. The bills now head to the Senate floor for further consideration.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><i><span data-contrast=\"none\"><\/span><\/i><\/b><\/p>\n<p><b><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">Safeguarding seniors and vulnerable adults from abuse:<\/span><\/i><\/b> <span data-contrast=\"none\">To combat the scams, fraud, and theft that too often target Michigan\u2019s seniors and vulnerable residents, I was proud to sponsor Senate Bills <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.legislature.mi.gov\/Bills\/Bill?ObjectName=2024-SB-0922\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">922<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">&#8211;<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.legislature.mi.gov\/Bills\/Bill?ObjectName=2024-SB-0925\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">925.<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> These bills would ensure Michigan\u2019s growing population of aging adults can enjoy the dignity, safety, and quality of life they deserve. This legislation passed in the Senate earlier this month and will now be taken up for consideration by the House.<\/span><b><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0<\/span><\/i><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">Strengthening Michigan\u2019s child labor laws:<\/span><\/i><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\"> Senate Bills <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.legislature.mi.gov\/Bills\/Bill?ObjectName=2024-SB-0963\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">963<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">&#8211;<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.legislature.mi.gov\/Bills\/Bill?ObjectName=2024-SB-0965\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">965<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> would <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/senatedems.com\/blog\/2024\/10\/21\/senate-committee-on-labor-votes-out-legislation-to-reform-states-child-labor-laws-protect-michigan-children\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">increase penalties and fines for businesses found employing minors illegally<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> or subjecting them to unsafe working conditions. These bills were passed out of the Senate Committee on Labor earlier this month and will now move to the Senate floor for consideration by the full chamber. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">Improving maternal health care services:<\/span><\/i><\/b> <span data-contrast=\"none\">The Momnibus bill package \u2014 Senate Bills <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.legislature.mi.gov\/Bills\/Bill?ObjectName=2024-SB-0818\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">818<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">&#8211;<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.legislature.mi.gov\/Bills\/Bill?ObjectName=2024-SB-0823\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">823<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.legislature.mi.gov\/Bills\/Bill?ObjectName=2024-SB-0825\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">825<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.legislature.mi.gov\/Bills\/Bill?ObjectName=2024-HB-5826\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">House Bill 5826<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> \u2014 focuses on amplifying the voices of Black and Brown birthing people, ensuring that their needs are prioritized and addressed. This package is also on its way to the full Senate chamber for consideration after <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/senatedems.com\/blog\/2024\/10\/16\/housing-and-human-services\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">passing through the Senate Committee on Housing and Human Services recently<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">. \u00a0As the lead sponsor of Senate Bill 822, I\u2019m excited to see the bill package advancing and hopeful it will maintain its momentum as it moves through the House and toward the governor\u2019s desk. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">2025 State Budget Funds New Reproductive Health, Family Planning Program<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">In June, under my leadership as the Senate Appropriations Chair, the Senate Democrats passed the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/senatedems.com\/blog\/2024\/06\/27\/budget-building-up-michigan\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">bipartisan 2025 State Budget<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">, securing a <\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">$5.6 million <\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">investment to expand access to contraceptives and family planning services for Michiganders. Thanks to this allocation, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and the Michigan Dept. of Health and Human Services are launching <\/span><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">Take Control of your Birth Control<\/span><\/i><span data-contrast=\"none\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.michigan.gov\/whitmer\/news\/press-releases\/2024\/10\/23\/gov-whitmer-announces-new-program-to-provide-free-contraception-to-michiganders\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">a new program<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> to ensure Michigan families have access to free contraception and family planning resources beginning in November.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Community partners and federally qualified health centers will distribute emergency contraceptives, condoms, and over-the-counter oral contraceptives to the general public for free, as supplies last. Starting in November, visit <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/links-1.govdelivery.com\/CL0\/http:%2F%2Fwww.michigan.gov%2Ftakecontrol\/1\/01000192ba54f9de-20a2ad21-2029-4236-95bc-8fcbfbd16a56-000000\/0x1QT2g6GxMPfs9JAMpGHgjprXEDcfDdJ78384eY2vg=376\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Michigan.gov\/takecontrol<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> to locate participating organizations near you and learn more about these essential resources.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Construction Loss Reimbursement Grants<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">I\u2019m proud to have introduced <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.legislature.mi.gov\/Bills\/Bill?ObjectName=2024-SB-1053\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Senate Bill 1053<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> to support our local businesses facing revenue losses due to unexpected, prolonged construction projects. Many small businesses are heavily impacted when street closures and delays divert customers to alternate routes, causing significant financial strain. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">This bill would provide much-needed financial relief through grants, helping businesses recover revenue lost from these disruptions. Small businesses are the backbone of our community and economy, and this legislation is designed to ensure they have the support needed to stay strong during challenging times.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][et_pb_column _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/senatedems.com\/anthony\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/21\/2024\/11\/EnewsHeaders_Community-Connections.png&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221; alt=&#8221;Community Connections&#8221; title_text=&#8221;EnewsHeaders_Community Connections&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][et_pb_column _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<p><strong><span data-contrast=\"auto\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW63373203 BCX4\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW63373203 BCX4\">Grand Ledge Nov. 14 Community Conversation<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW63373203 BCX4\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][et_pb_column _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/senatedems.com\/anthony\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/21\/2024\/10\/Anthony-11.14.24-CommunityConvo-scaled.jpg&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221; alt=&#8221;Community Conversation with Senator Anthony&#8221; title_text=&#8221;Anthony-11.14.24-CommunityConvo&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][et_pb_column _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">I\u2019m looking forward to seeing you at <\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Sophia\u2019s House of Pancakes <\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">for<\/span> <span data-contrast=\"auto\">our next Community<\/span> <span data-contrast=\"auto\">Conversation on <\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Thursday, November 14<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">These conversations are a wonderful opportunity for us to connect and discuss what\u2019s happening in our community. It\u2019s also a chance for me to provide updates from the Capitol and, most importantly, to hear directly from you about the issues that matter most.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">When: <\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Thursday, November 14 from 8:00 \u2013 9:00 a.m.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<br \/><\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Where: <\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Sophia\u2019s House of Pancakes, 1010 Charlevoix Dr., Grand Ledge, MI 48837<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">City of Lansing Trick or Treat on the Trail<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][et_pb_column _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/senatedems.com\/anthony\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/21\/2024\/11\/Lansing-Trick-or-Treat-.png&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221; alt=&#8221;City of Lansing Trick or Treat on the Trail&#8221; title_text=&#8221;Lansing-Trick-or-Treat-&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][et_pb_column _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW85820007 BCX4\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW85820007 BCX4\">Team Anthony had a fantastic time at Lansing&#8217;s Trick or Treat on the Trail! It was such a treat to see all the creative costumes and hand out candy to our community. We hope everyone had a spooktacular time!<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW85820007 BCX4\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][et_pb_column _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/senatedems.com\/anthony\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/21\/2024\/11\/EnewsHeaders_News-Resources.png&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221; alt=&#8221;Helpful news and resources&#8221; title_text=&#8221;EnewsHeaders_News &#038; Resources&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][et_pb_column _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<p><strong><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW124361840 BCX4\">Voting is BOO-<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW124361840 BCX4\">tiful<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW124361840 BCX4\">! What You Need to Know<\/span><\/strong><\/p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221; column_structure=&#8221;1_2,1_2&#8243;][et_pb_column _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/senatedems.com\/anthony\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/21\/2024\/11\/Voting-Early.png&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221; title_text=&#8221;Voting Early&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/senatedems.com\/anthony\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/21\/2024\/11\/Election-Day.png&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221; title_text=&#8221;Election-Day&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][et_pb_column _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">It\u2019s not just spooky season; it\u2019s election season! In addition to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/senatedems.com\/blog\/2024\/09\/17\/protect-ballot-access\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">fighting for your rights at the ballot box<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">, Senate Democrats want to make sure you have all the information you need to elevate your voice in our democracy. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.michigan.gov\/sos\/elections\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Election Day<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> is next Tuesday, Nov. 5, but early in-person voting is already underway \u2014 avoid the lines by voting early in-person at your designated early voting site indicated by your municipality.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">To learn more about early in-person voting, voting on Election Day, where to find your clerk\u2019s office or polling place, what\u2019s on the ballot, and more, visit <\/span><\/i><\/b><a href=\"http:\/\/mi.gov\/vote\"><b><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">mi.gov\/vote<\/span><\/i><\/b><\/a><b><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">.<\/span><\/i><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">Need to register? <\/span><\/i><span data-contrast=\"none\">If you\u2019ve recently moved or changed your name since the last election, you\u2019ll need to update your voter registration.\u202fNow that we\u2019re within 14 days of the election, you may only register in person at your local clerk\u2019s office with documentation showing proof of residency. You can register to vote and vote in person up until and on Election Day. 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