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Sen. Irwin Introduces Bills to Tackle Expulsion Rates, Keep Kids in School
Senate Bills 886-888 would guarantee the rights of students in school disciplinary procedures LANSING, Mich. (March 25, 2026) — Today, Sen. Jeff Irwin (D-Ann Arbor) introduced legislation to reduce improper school removals by protecting students’ rights to due...
Senate Energy and Environment Committee Advances Virtual Power Plant Legislation to Help Lower Utility Costs
Innovative energy proposal would use existing resources to increase energy reliability and resiliency, save consumers money LANSING, Mich. (March 19, 2026) — Today, the Senate Committee on Energy and Environment passed Senate Bills 731-732. Championed by Sens. Sue...
Senate Committee Advances Legislation Addressing Dangerous Microplastics, Protecting Waterways
Senate Bills 503-505 would combat bioaccumulative microplastics found in water sources and everyday products LANSING, Mich. (March 11, 2026) — Yesterday, the Senate Committee on Natural Resources and Agriculture passed Senate Bills 503-505. Sponsored by Sens. Jeff...
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Today, the Michigan Senate passed legislation to prohibit mandatory overtime for nurses, except in emergent situations.
This legislation requires hospitals to staff facilites without relying on over-working nurses. Routine use of forced overtime is dangerous for patients, reduces the quality of care, and drives away great nurses.
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If Trump's war and his constant foriegn policy blunders haven't persuaded you of the danger he presents to our nation, take a look at home: prices are up, the debt is growing quickly, less people have access to health care, and jobs and employment are looking grim. Places like Michigan that depend on manufacturing and trade are particularly hard-hit by Republican policy. ... See MoreSee Less
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Thank you to AG Dana Nessel for protecting 7,094 families from losing their housing this year due to federal cuts.
Many are scrambling to help these people stayed housed as HUD pulls the rug on people with disabilities, mental health concerns, and substance abuse problems. Because the AG won this case, we have more time to prevent the chaos and cruelty of these evictions. ... See MoreSee Less
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