Senate Committee Passes McDonald Rivet Legislation to Improve Child Care for Parents, Providers, and Workers
Bills to Streamline and Expand Access to Child Care Subsidies, Modernize Licensing Recommended to Full Senate LANSING, Mich. (Dec. 10, 2024) – Today, the Michigan Senate Housing and Human Services Committee passed legislation introduced by State...
Sen. Klinefelt Introduces Legislation in the Senate to Support First Responders and Protect Michigan Communities
LANSING, Mich. (December 3, 2024) — Today, Sen. Veronica Klinefelt (D-Eastpointe) rallied with Michigan firefighters on the steps of the state Capitol to discuss legislation she recently introduced in the Senate to allow firefighters to bring their...
Shop Small to Make a Big Difference This Holiday Season
After seeing the challenges faced by small business owners such as his grandparents, Sen. Kevin Hertel reflects on the important role small businesses play in Michigan communities and how we all can do our part to support them Michigan’s economy...
Uplifting Michigan Veterans in the Capitol and Our Communities
Michigan Senate Democrats express gratitude for everything Michigan veterans have done for our nation and continue to do for our communities Every year on November 11, Americans come together to express profound gratitude for those who honored our...
Honey, Hunting and Health Care: How Senate Democrats are Uplifting Michigan’s Rural Communities
Michigan’s rural communities are close-knit, bonded by a sense of pride in place and rooted in connections that, for some, go back for generations. Neighbors not only care for each other, but are also thoughtful stewards of the forests, fields, and...
Sen. Hertel on the Senate’s Passage of Protections Against Abuse for Vulnerable Adults
To protect the state’s aging population and vulnerable adults, the Michigan Senate takes bipartisan action to implement tools to better detect and address cases of abuse LANSING, Mich. (Oct. 16, 2024) — Elder abuse and exploitation is a serious...
Senate Committee Unanimously Votes to Advance Legislative Package to Strengthen Protections for Vulnerable Adults
To better protect the state’s aging population and vulnerable adults, Michigan Senate seeks to implement tools to better detect and address cases of abuse LANSING, Mich. (Oct. 2, 2024) — According to the Michigan Dept. of Attorney General,...
Senate Committee Hears Testimony on Legislation to Improve Access to Contraception, Give Michiganders the Freedom to Plan
From over-the-counter contraception to postpartum contraception, Senate Democrats are paving the way to a future where Michiganders have full control over their reproductive health LANSING, Mich. (Sept. 26, 2024) — Today, Sens. Mary Cavanagh...
Michigan Senate Unanimously Passes Sen. Hertel’s Legislation to Expand Survivor Benefits for Public Safety Officers
Michigan Senate takes bipartisan steps to bolster support for first responders LANSING, Mich. (Sept. 17, 2024) — Today, the Michigan Senate unanimously passed Senate Bill 834. Introduced by Sen. Kevin Hertel (D-St. Clair Shores), this...
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...
Senate Committee Passes McDonald Rivet Legislation to Improve Child Care for Parents, Providers, and Workers
Bills to Streamline and Expand Access to Child Care Subsidies, Modernize Licensing Recommended to Full Senate LANSING, Mich. (Dec. 10, 2024) – Today, the Michigan Senate Housing and Human Services Committee passed legislation introduced by State...
Sen. Klinefelt Introduces Legislation in the Senate to Support First Responders and Protect Michigan Communities
LANSING, Mich. (December 3, 2024) — Today, Sen. Veronica Klinefelt (D-Eastpointe) rallied with Michigan firefighters on the steps of the state Capitol to discuss legislation she recently introduced in the Senate to allow firefighters to bring their...
Sen. Hertel on the Senate’s Passage of Protections Against Abuse for Vulnerable Adults
To protect the state’s aging population and vulnerable adults, the Michigan Senate takes bipartisan action to implement tools to better detect and address cases of abuse LANSING, Mich. (Oct. 16, 2024) — Elder abuse and exploitation is a serious...
Senate Committee Unanimously Votes to Advance Legislative Package to Strengthen Protections for Vulnerable Adults
To better protect the state’s aging population and vulnerable adults, Michigan Senate seeks to implement tools to better detect and address cases of abuse LANSING, Mich. (Oct. 2, 2024) — According to the Michigan Dept. of Attorney General,...
Senate Committee Hears Testimony on Legislation to Improve Access to Contraception, Give Michiganders the Freedom to Plan
From over-the-counter contraception to postpartum contraception, Senate Democrats are paving the way to a future where Michiganders have full control over their reproductive health LANSING, Mich. (Sept. 26, 2024) — Today, Sens. Mary Cavanagh...
Michigan Senate Unanimously Passes Sen. Hertel’s Legislation to Expand Survivor Benefits for Public Safety Officers
Michigan Senate takes bipartisan steps to bolster support for first responders LANSING, Mich. (Sept. 17, 2024) — Today, the Michigan Senate unanimously passed Senate Bill 834. Introduced by Sen. Kevin Hertel (D-St. Clair Shores), this...
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...
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 on MDHHS Announcement to Move Youth Offenders From Grayling Facility to the Macomb County Juvenile Justice Center
MT. CLEMENS, Mich. (Jan. 24, 2025) — Today, the Michigan Dept. of Health and Human Services announced their intentions to close the Shawono Center in Grayling, Michigan, and relocate the youth offenders to the Macomb County Juvenile Justice Center....
Community Connections, Clean Water Investments, and More!
Dear Neighbor, Michigan’s infamous winter weather is here! As temperatures drop, I hope you are staying safe and warm. Be sure to take extra care when going outside or traveling in these conditions: bundle up, watch out for ice, and pay attention...
Sen. Hertel Continues Fight to Support Teachers, First Responders, Calls for an End to Political Games
As Michigan House Republicans withhold critical legislation from being presented to the governor, Sen. Hertel calls for immediate action LANSING, Mich. (Jan. 22, 2025) — In response to the passage of Senate Resolution 3, which empowers the...
Gearing up for a new legislative session!
Dear Neighbor, Happy New Year! As we kick off 2025, my colleagues and I are also kicking off the start of the 103rd Legislature. Looking back on the work we were able to accomplish for the people of Michigan during the first half of our term,...
Hertel, Singh, Camilleri Tackle Urgent Tipped Wage Fix and Wage Theft on Day One, Making Workers a Priority in 2025
Balancing the interests of workers, small businesses, and consumers, this legislative package seeks to build a fair economy that works for all LANSING, Mich. (Jan. 8, 2025) — On day one of a new legislative session, Senate Democrats are not shying...
Reflecting on a Year of Progress Made in 2024
Dear Neighbor, As we head towards a new year and a new legislative session, I want to take a moment to reach out and reflect on the progress made and victories won for the people of our lakeshore district these past twelve months. Together with...
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...
Michigan Senate Passes Comprehensive Legislative Package to Hold Sexual Abusers Accountable, Provide Justice for Survivors
Legislation led by Sen. Hertel would make Michigan safer for all potential victims of sexual assault and child sex abuse LANSING, Mich. (Dec. 13, 2024) — Today, the Michigan Senate passed the “Justice for Survivors” package to give survivors of...
Sen. Hertel Applauds the Senate’s Passage of Legislation to Support First Responders and Protect Michigan Communities
LANSING, Mich. (Dec. 12, 2024) — Compared to other Midwest states, Michigan falls significantly behind when it comes to the total number of full-time professional firefighters, posing a threat to the health and safety of both first responders and...
Senate Committee Passes McDonald Rivet Legislation to Improve Child Care for Parents, Providers, and Workers
Bills to Streamline and Expand Access to Child Care Subsidies, Modernize Licensing Recommended to Full Senate LANSING, Mich. (Dec. 10, 2024) – Today, the Michigan Senate Housing and Human Services Committee passed legislation introduced by State...
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