Sen. Hertel Meets with Student Gun Violence Prevention Advocates to Discuss Solutions, Encourage Continued Activism
GROSSE POINTE WOODS, Mich. (June 6, 2024) — Today, Sen. Kevin Hertel (D-St. Clair Shores) met with the Grosse Pointe North High School’s chapter of Students Demand Action to listen to their experiences, talk about the importance of civic engagement...
Michigan Senate Passes Sen. Hertel’s Legislation to Expand Municipalities’ Toolbox for Building Strong, Vibrant Downtowns
Bipartisan legislation to modify the definition of a downtown district would allow communities such as Clay Township to grow their downtown footprint LANSING, Mich. (June 5, 2024) — Yesterday, the Michigan Senate acted in a bipartisan fashion to...
Michigan Senate Passes Sen. Hertel’s Legislation to Drive Economic Development Across Michigan, Promote Job Creation and Boost Local Revenue Streams
Legislation to attract large-scale data centers will allow Michigan to cultivate the economy of the future, resulting in a positive impact on jobs, local businesses, education, and more LANSING, Mich. (May 9, 2024) — Today, the Michigan Senate...
McDonald Rivet, Anthony, Hertel, Farhat, Fitzgerald, Mentzer, and Churches Introduce ‘Child Care for All’ Legislation
New plan aims to lower costs for Michigan families and providers, boost workforce LANSING, Mich. (April 18, 2024) — Today, Sen. Kristen McDonald Rivet (D-Bay City), Sen. Sarah Anthony (D-Lansing), Sen. Kevin Hertel (D-St. Clair Shores), Rep....
Chair Hertel, Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Military, Veterans, State Police Passes Initial Budgets
Sen. Hertel continues his commitment to securing the future of Selfridge ANGB LANSING, Mich. (April 16, 2024) — Sen. Kevin Hertel (D-St. Clair Shores) and the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Military, Veterans, State Police (MVSP) passed...
Sen. Hertel and Rep. Paiz Welcome Harper Woods Football Team to Michigan Capitol, Celebrate State Championship Win
LANSING, Mich. (February 14, 2024) — Sen. Kevin Hertel (D-St. Clair Shores) and Rep. Veronica Paiz (D-Harper Woods) have issued the following statement after welcoming the Harper Woods High School football team to the Michigan Capitol today in...
Sen. Hertel Comments on Gov. Whitmer’s 2024 State of the State Address
LANSING, Mich. (January 24, 2024) — Sen. Kevin Hertel (D-St. Clair Shores) issued the following statement in response to Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s “State of the State” address tonight and her proposals to lower costs and grow Michigan’s economy: ...
Sen. Hertel on U.S. Air Force Selecting Selfridge Air Base for New KC-46A Squadron
LANSING, Mich. (January 11, 2024) — Sen. Kevin Hertel (D-St. Clair Shores) issued the following statement on the news today that the United States Air Force has selected Selfridge Air National Guard Base to host a new squadron of KC-46A refueling...
Gov. Whitmer Announces Grants for Before- and After- School Programs
$50M in grants expands access to affordable, engaging before, after, and summer school opportunities for over 67,000 students at 780 locations across the state LANSING, Mich. – Today, Governor Gretchen Whitmer joined the Michigan Department of...
Sen. Hertel and Grosse Pointe Farms Mayor Celebrate Funding Secured for Water Infrastructure Reimbursement
LANSING, Mich. (December 18, 2023) — Sen. Kevin Hertel (D-St. Clair Shores) and Grosse Pointe Farms Mayor Louis Theros have issued the following statements regarding the signing of House Bill 4292, which includes $500,000 to reimburse Grosse Pointe...
McDonald Rivet, Anthony, Hertel, Farhat, Fitzgerald, Mentzer, and Churches Introduce ‘Child Care for All’ Legislation
New plan aims to lower costs for Michigan families and providers, boost workforce LANSING, Mich. (April 18, 2024) — Today, Sen. Kristen McDonald Rivet (D-Bay City), Sen. Sarah Anthony (D-Lansing), Sen. Kevin Hertel (D-St. Clair Shores), Rep....
Chair Hertel, Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Military, Veterans, State Police Passes Initial Budgets
Sen. Hertel continues his commitment to securing the future of Selfridge ANGB LANSING, Mich. (April 16, 2024) — Sen. Kevin Hertel (D-St. Clair Shores) and the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Military, Veterans, State Police (MVSP) passed...
Sen. Hertel and Rep. Paiz Welcome Harper Woods Football Team to Michigan Capitol, Celebrate State Championship Win
LANSING, Mich. (February 14, 2024) — Sen. Kevin Hertel (D-St. Clair Shores) and Rep. Veronica Paiz (D-Harper Woods) have issued the following statement after welcoming the Harper Woods High School football team to the Michigan Capitol today in...
Sen. Hertel Comments on Gov. Whitmer’s 2024 State of the State Address
LANSING, Mich. (January 24, 2024) — Sen. Kevin Hertel (D-St. Clair Shores) issued the following statement in response to Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s “State of the State” address tonight and her proposals to lower costs and grow Michigan’s economy: ...
Sen. Hertel on U.S. Air Force Selecting Selfridge Air Base for New KC-46A Squadron
LANSING, Mich. (January 11, 2024) — Sen. Kevin Hertel (D-St. Clair Shores) issued the following statement on the news today that the United States Air Force has selected Selfridge Air National Guard Base to host a new squadron of KC-46A refueling...
Gov. Whitmer Announces Grants for Before- and After- School Programs
$50M in grants expands access to affordable, engaging before, after, and summer school opportunities for over 67,000 students at 780 locations across the state LANSING, Mich. – Today, Governor Gretchen Whitmer joined the Michigan Department of...
Sen. Hertel and Grosse Pointe Farms Mayor Celebrate Funding Secured for Water Infrastructure Reimbursement
LANSING, Mich. (December 18, 2023) — Sen. Kevin Hertel (D-St. Clair Shores) and Grosse Pointe Farms Mayor Louis Theros have issued the following statements regarding the signing of House Bill 4292, which includes $500,000 to reimburse Grosse Pointe...
Sens. Cavanagh, Hertel, Singh and Klinefelt Introduce Legislative Package to Reform End-of-Life Care Policy
Legislation will increase patient power, providing Michiganders suffering from a terminal illness with the fundamental freedom of choice in end-of-life options LANSING, Mich. (Nov. 9, 2023) — Today, Sens. Mary Cavanagh (D-Redford Twp.), Kevin...
Sen. Hertel Welcomes Grosse Pointe North Girls Soccer Team to Michigan Capitol, Celebrates Record-Breaking Season
LANSING, Mich. (October 17, 2023) — Sen. Kevin Hertel (D-St. Clair Shores) has issued the following statement after welcoming the Grosse Pointe North Girls Soccer Team to the Michigan Capitol today in celebration of their accomplished 2023 season:...
Sen. Hertel Stands with UAW Workers as Strike Begins
DETROIT, Mich. (September 15, 2023) — In response to UAW auto workers declaring a strike after failing to reach an agreement before their contracts with General Motors, Ford Motor Company and Stellantis expired last night at midnight, State Senator...
Senate Committee Advances Sen. Hertel’s Legislation to Expand Survivor Benefits for Public Safety Officers
On the 23rd anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks, the Michigan Senate takes bipartisan steps to bolster support for first responders LANSING, Mich. (Sept. 11, 2024) — On the 23rd anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist...
Sen. Hertel, Mayor Gillis Join Local Leaders at Groundbreaking of Lions Field Community Pool Construction
Transformational project to enhance the Algonac community was made possible by funds Sen. Hertel secured in the 2025 State Budget ALGONAC, Mich. (Sept. 9, 2024) — Today, Sen. Kevin Hertel (D-St. Clair Shores) and Algonac Mayor Rocky Gillis...
🍎 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...
Building Up Michigan and Our Lakeshore Community
Dear Neighbor, Recently, Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed our state budget for the 2025 fiscal year! This budget is more than just numbers on a page; it’s a representation of our commitment to building up Michiganders and the communities we call...
Sen. Hertel Joins Local Leaders to Celebrate St. Clair Shores Native Being Named 2024 Miss Hockey
ST. CLAIR SHORES, Mich. (August 6, 2024) — Sen. Kevin Hertel (D-St. Clair Shores) has issued the following statement after joining local leaders at the St. Clair Shores Civic Arena to celebrate Sophie Ancona being named 2024 Miss Hockey: “I am...
Sen. Hertel, Macomb County Public Works Commissioner Miller Celebrate Funding Secured for Local Water Monitoring Efforts
Funding for SEMCOG’s Drinking Water Monitoring Program will ensure local communities are equipped with the knowledge necessary to protect public health MACOMB COUNTY, Mich. (August 6, 2024) — On July 24, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed the Fiscal...
Sen. Hertel, Rep. Mentzer Join Local Leaders at Demolition of Mt. Clemens Victory Inn, Break Ground on Housing Project
Demolition of the old Victory Inn, made possible by state funds, marks the beginning of transformational project to bring more housing options to the city MT. CLEMENS, Mich. (July 30, 2024) — Today, Sen. Kevin Hertel (D-St. Clair Shores) and...
Sen. Hertel Celebrates Signing of State Budget, Including Investments to Build up Senate District 12
DETROIT, Mich. (July 24, 2024) — Sen. Kevin Hertel (D-St. Clair Shores) has issued the following statement regarding the governor’s signing of the state budget for the upcoming 2025 Fiscal Year: “This state budget is more than just numbers on a...
Community Connections and Investments
Dear Neighbor, I hope you had a wonderful Fourth of July weekend with family and friends! In between the barbecues, lake days, and fireworks, the Fourth of July is a great time to be thankful for the freedoms and opportunities we hold...
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