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House Republicans End Year of Record-Setting Obstruction with Yet Another Appeal in Failed Lawsuit
LANSING, Mich. (Dec. 8, 2025) — Today, Michigan State House Speaker Matt Hall and the Republican-led House filed yet another appeal in Michigan Senate v. Michigan House of Representatives, the lawsuit brought forth by Leader Winnie Brinks (D-Grand Rapids) after Hall...
Senate District 29 Updates
Dear Neighbor, In this season of gratitude, I’m so thankful for the privilege of serving our community in the Michigan Senate — getting to advocate on behalf of the needs and desires of our neighbors is an honor I don’t take lightly, so thank you for entrusting me...
Senate District 29 Updates
Dear Neighbor, Right now, the difference between our state and federal governments could not be starker. In Lansing, my colleagues and I remain hard at work serving you, the hardworking people of Michigan. After passing a bipartisan, balanced state budget last...
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Despite the unprecedented challenges we were up against this year, Michigan Senate Democrats still successfully delivered another bipartisan state budget that lowers costs, mitigates the worst effects of disastrous federal cuts, and expands opportunity for Michiganders. Our 2026 budget:
🛣 Implements a sustainable, long-term solution to help repair our aging roads and bridges
🍎 Delivers the highest-ever per-pupil funding and continues the free school meals program
💵 Makes child care more affordable and saves seniors $1,000 per year
🩺 Protects access to health care
🚒 Ensures our first responders have the resources they need to protect our communities
✅ And much more! ... See MoreSee Less
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The official start of winter is approaching, and with that, temperatures are continuing to drop. My team has complied a list of warming centers in Grand Rapids for anyone who needs a place to get out of the cold: senatedems.com/brinks/warming-centers/
Hours may vary and change, so please call to verify the hours of operation for these warming centers. ... See MoreSee Less
Warming Centers
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As temperatures continue to drop, many community organizations have opened their doors to ensure that everyone can stay warm during the day.0 CommentsComment on Facebook