District 11 News & Updates

Feb 27, 2023 | Email

Dear friends, 

The events of this week at Michigan State have left me shaken and heartbroken. 

I strongly believe we must do better for our kids, and I look forward to advancing the gun violence prevention bills introduced yesterday, specifically universal background checks and safe storage laws.    

Please know that our office is listening to you and that we read all your correspondence. We are working hard to prevent future senseless acts of violence.    

Sincerely,

Veronica Klinefelt
State Senator
District 11

IN THIS EDITION 

  • In the Community 
  • Governor Whitmer’s Budget Recommendation 
  • Upcoming Coffee Hour 

IN THE COMMUNITY 

Sen. Klinefelt was excited to be able to get out into the community, attending and speaking at the MAC 125th Anniversary and acknowledging students from District 11 at the Macomb Career and Technical Education Administrators’ Association Awards   

MAC 125th Anniversary Tribute and Resolution

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Macomb Career and Technical Education Administrators’ Association Awards
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GOV. WHITMER’S FY23/24 BUDGET RECOMMENDATIONS 

On Wednesday, February 8, Gov. Whitmer introduced her executive budget proposal to lower costs, grow our economy, and build a brighter future for Michiganders. The budget proposal includes investments to put money back in people’s pockets, help students thrive in school, put more people on paths to higher education and good-paying jobs, improve public health, keep our communities safe, and rebuild our infrastructure—all without raising taxes by a dime.

Highlights include:

  • $614 million increase in per pupil funding, for a $458 per pupil increase (5%), to guarantee at least $9,608 per student. Also includes 5% increases for categories such as at-risk students, special education students and English language learners.
  • $300 million toward mental health services and $318 million for school safety over two years.
  • $280 million for water infrastructure projects, including service line replacements, water treatment facility upgrades and stormwater management systems.
  • $200 million for regional empowerment grants, with additional $100 million for downtown development grants.
  • $160 million to provide for universal school breakfast and lunch.
  • $150 million for insulin affordability and manufacturing attraction.
  • $140 million to temporarily expand Michigan Reconnect from age 25 to age 21.

UPCOMING COFFEE HOUR 

Please join our team for the first virtual coffee hour of the year! This is a great opportunity to hear more updates from our office, ask questions, and share your thoughts.  

WHEN: Monday, February 27, 2023, from 5:30 – 6:30 pm 
WHERE: via Zoom — to sign up, please visit our website.  

Stay tuned as we continue to schedule out more coffee hours!