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July Legislative Updates
Dear Neighbor, I hope you’re enjoying this summer season in Michigan! I’m pleased to report that the 2025 State Budget has been passed by the House and Senate, and it now awaits the governor’s signature! While compromises must be made in the budget process, I am...
June Updates and Community Resources
Dear Neighbor, Last Thursday marked the official start to summer — I hope you have some time this season to explore our stunning state! As Senate Majority Leader, and as the proud senator of the 29th District, the bulk of my efforts this month have been squarely...
Senate Democrats Pass State Budget Dedicated to Building Up Michigan
Under the leadership of Senate Appropriations Chairwoman Sarah Anthony, Senate Democrats use the budget process to uplift all residents LANSING, Mich. (June 27, 2024) — Today, Senate Democrats successfully passed its second state budget under the historic...
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This #PatriotDay, we remember the nearly 3,000 lives lost in the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks, and we recognize the brave heroes who sacrificed their own lives to save others. Let us continue to honor the first responders who courageously serve our communities every day. 🇺🇸 ... See MoreSee Less
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Suicide is a critical public health concern, claiming the lives of 1,482 Michiganders in just 2021. But suicide is preventable — and World Suicide Prevention Day is a great opportunity to spread awareness and resources to help mitigate suicide in our communities.
❤️🩹 Call or text 988 for 24-hour, toll-free, confidential support to anyone in suicidal or emotional crisis
❤️🩹 Call 988 and press "1" or text 838255 to be connected to the Veterans Crisis Line
❤️🩹 Get help for yourself or a loved one, learn the facts and warning signs, locate advocacy resources, and much more at afsp.org ... See MoreSee Less
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Last week, I had the opportunity to tour HUB 07, a shared community hub coming soon to Boston Square. HUB 07 will serve as a communal space with amenities like a health and wellness center, community cafe, shared workplaces, and so much more.
This transformative project is part of a larger vision that includes mixed-income housing (with help from a state budget grant), senior housing, business development, and much more. This vision has taken shape over years of community listening and stakeholder engagement; it was exciting to gather with State Representative Kristian Grant, the leaders at Amplify GR, and neighbors who have been engaged in the process to see it begin to take shape. ... See MoreSee Less
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This sounds wonderful!