Happy Holidays! Seasonal Resources and More
Dear Neighbor, Happy Holidays! As we begin to observe the many days of celebration coming up on the calendar, I want to take a moment to share a few community resources you may find helpful. If you’re in need of food assistance, mental health...
Legislative Update! Supporting Workers and First Responders
Dear Neighbor, While the year is rapidly coming to a close, my colleagues and I in the Michigan Senate are using every moment we have to deliver solutions to the challenges facing our state. From passing legislation to assist residents during...
Happy Thanksgiving! Resources, Volunteer Opportunities, and More
Dear Neighbor, As Thanksgiving approaches, I want to take a moment to wish you and your loved ones a safe and joyous holiday filled with laughter, great food, and *hopefully* a Lions win against the Chicago Bears. This time of year is a...
Recognizing Our Veterans & Connecting with Our Community
Dear Neighbor, Every year on November 11, Americans come together to express profound gratitude for those who honored our country through the highest form of service. This past Veterans Day, I reflected on the service of my grandfather, Jack...
Your Guide to the 2024 Election
Dear Neighbor, The 2024 Election is here! Voting is one of our most fundamental rights in a functioning democracy. From local school board and city council races to state and federal races, your voice and your vote matter. Michigan has...
Spooktacular Legislative Updates
Dear Neighbor, It’s been another busy few weeks up in Lansing! In addition to the Senate moving legislation through the committee process, Gov. Whitmer’s pen has been hard at work signing over a dozen bills into law, including my legislation that...
🍂 Jumping into Fall with Community Connections and Investments!
Dear Neighbor, After the Lions’ exciting victory on Sunday, it looks like we have another great fall ahead of us! Even if you’re not a fan of football, I hope you are still enjoying the season and embracing all that it has to offer — whether...
Senior Newsletter
Dear Neighbor, Michigan seniors have contributed to our state for decades, working to build up Michigan for future generations. As a result, they deserve to lead lives filled with security, dignity, and peace of mind. As your state Senator, I am...
Supporting First Responders & Other Legislative Updates
Dear Neighbor, With the cool autumn air officially here, my colleagues and I have returned to Lansing after a summer full of community connections, events, and celebrations. Back at the Capitol, we’ve hit the ground running to advance...
🍎 Welcome back to school! Funding and policies to uplift Michigan students
Dear Neighbor, Labor Day has now come and gone, bringing with it the end of another beautiful summer and the start of a new school year! As students across Michigan settle into a new year of classes, I wish you and your family a great year full...
Happy Holidays! Seasonal Resources and More
Dear Neighbor, Happy Holidays! As we begin to observe the many days of celebration coming up on the calendar, I want to take a moment to share a few community resources you may find helpful. If you’re in need of food assistance, mental health...
Legislative Update! Supporting Workers and First Responders
Dear Neighbor, While the year is rapidly coming to a close, my colleagues and I in the Michigan Senate are using every moment we have to deliver solutions to the challenges facing our state. From passing legislation to assist residents during...
Happy Thanksgiving! Resources, Volunteer Opportunities, and More
Dear Neighbor, As Thanksgiving approaches, I want to take a moment to wish you and your loved ones a safe and joyous holiday filled with laughter, great food, and *hopefully* a Lions win against the Chicago Bears. This time of year is a...
Recognizing Our Veterans & Connecting with Our Community
Dear Neighbor, Every year on November 11, Americans come together to express profound gratitude for those who honored our country through the highest form of service. This past Veterans Day, I reflected on the service of my grandfather, Jack...
Your Guide to the 2024 Election
Dear Neighbor, The 2024 Election is here! Voting is one of our most fundamental rights in a functioning democracy. From local school board and city council races to state and federal races, your voice and your vote matter. Michigan has...
Spooktacular Legislative Updates
Dear Neighbor, It’s been another busy few weeks up in Lansing! In addition to the Senate moving legislation through the committee process, Gov. Whitmer’s pen has been hard at work signing over a dozen bills into law, including my legislation that...
🍂 Jumping into Fall with Community Connections and Investments!
Dear Neighbor, After the Lions’ exciting victory on Sunday, it looks like we have another great fall ahead of us! Even if you’re not a fan of football, I hope you are still enjoying the season and embracing all that it has to offer — whether...
Supporting First Responders & Other Legislative Updates
Dear Neighbor, With the cool autumn air officially here, my colleagues and I have returned to Lansing after a summer full of community connections, events, and celebrations. Back at the Capitol, we’ve hit the ground running to advance...
🍎 Welcome back to school! Funding and policies to uplift Michigan students
Dear Neighbor, Labor Day has now come and gone, bringing with it the end of another beautiful summer and the start of a new school year! As students across Michigan settle into a new year of classes, I wish you and your family a great year full...
Recapping a Summer Full of Community Connections
Dear Neighbor, It is hard to believe August is already almost over and the first day of school is almost here for many students across our community. While this may be a busy time for families with back-to-school shopping, the start of new school...
Senior Newsletter
Dear Neighbor, Michigan seniors have contributed to our state for decades, working to build up Michigan for future generations. As a result, they deserve to lead lives filled with security, dignity, and peace of mind. As your state Senator, I am...
Advocating for Our Environment
Dear Neighbor, Here in our lakeshore community, we have access to one of the best natural resources our state has to offer — Lake St. Clair. From Grosse Pointe to Harsens Island, each and every one of us depend on the lake, as it supplies drinking...
Summer in Pure Michigan — Water, Boating and Fishing
Dear Neighbor, From Grosse Pointe to Harsens Island — Lake St. Clair is what binds eachand every one of our communities together. As coastal residents, we know the importance of clean water. Not only do we depend on the lake for drinking water, but...
Tax Tips Newsletter
From the Desk of Senator HertelIt continues to be an honor serving you in the State Senate, and I look forward to all this New Year holds — the many conversations with constituents, movement on important legislation, exciting events around District...