Dear Neighbor,
As the Senate continues to work through this legislative session, this email serves to provide you with a legislative update, as well as share some helpful resources and information about our upcoming coffee hour.
If you would like to provide any feedback about what’s happening in Lansing, or needs assistance of any sort, please feel free to reach out to my office at SenVKlinefelt@senate.michigan.gov or call 517-373-7670.
Sincerely,
Veronica Klinefelt
State Senator
District 11
- Legislation to improve literacy, protect home care workers’ rights, expand access to healthcare in rural communities, and more signed into law.
- Join me for my upcoming Coffee and Conversation event at the VFW in Fraser on October 28th at 5:00 p.m. RSVP here.
- MI College Month — Find more information, additional institutions waiving their fee, and downloadable fee waivers here.
Slate of Legislation Signed into Law
From increasing access to vital health services and putting more money back in Michiganders’ pockets to protecting our natural resources and celebrating our state’s automotive legacy (with my legislation – SB 716!) — my colleagues and I have been busy working to pass legislation to build a stronger, more prosperous future for our state.
Last week, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed a slate of these bills into law, including legislation to:
- Strengthen Michigan’s home health care system by allowing individual home help caregivers to unionize. More specifically, these bills will support workforce development, expand training, and restore bargaining rights for 35,000 home care workers in Michigan.
- Improve health outcomes in rural communities by ensuring rural hospitals are equipped with the resources necessary to provide quality care services. Read more here.
- Lower costs for Michiganders by extending families’ access to cash assistance from the Family Independence Program (FIP) from 48 months to 60 months, helping put money back into the pockets of hard-working Michiganders so they can care for their children.
- Preserve Michigan’s unmatched natural resources by providing supplemental funding for outdoor recreation opportunities.
- Celebrate Michigan’s proud automotive history by providing historical vehicle owners the opportunity to obtain personalized license plates.
Read more about these bills and others signed into law here.
Push for Stronger Consumer Protections in Michigan
We are taking action to protect consumers and build a safer, fairer state. Last week, the Senate Finance, Insurance, and Consumer Protection Committee heard testimony on a series of bills aimed at strengthening consumer protections — from cracking down on price gouging to securing your personal data to better protecting our seniors.
Led by Senators Rosemary Bayer, Sam Singh, Jeremy Moss, and Mary Cavanagh, the bills hold businesses accountable for unfair and predatory practices. These efforts are part of a larger push to ensure Michigan families are protected and businesses play by the rules.
Learn more about what we are doing to protect Michigan consumers here.
Roseville Coffee Hour on October 7th
Touring the McDonald’s in Roseville on 12 Mile
Eastpointe-Roseville Chamber of Commerce Salute to Excellence Awards
Ribbon Cutting for the Roseville Optimist Park
Saying a Bittersweet Goodbye to Noah Peterson
Our office recently said a bittersweet goodbye to our Constituent Relations Director, Noah Peterson. Noah was an incredible asset to our team, helping us connect with residents across District 11 from Detroit to Macomb Township. We wish him well in his next role!
Welcoming Aboard a New Constituent Relations Director
I am excited to announce that we are welcoming Madisyn Dye to our team as our next Constituent Relations Director! Coming from the Michigan House, Madisyn brings a wealth of experience to our office as we continue to serve the interests of our community here in Lansing.
Coffee and Conversation
WHEN: Monday, October 28 from 5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
WHERE: Fraser VFW Post 6691, 17075 Anita Ave., Fraser, MI 48026
As part of the American College Application Campaign, October is Michigan College Month! During this month, many Michigan colleges and universities waive their application fee in an effort to provide every graduating high school senior the opportunity to apply to college and for financial aid. The Michigan College Access Network created a list of participating colleges.
Find more information, additional institutions waiving their fee for Michigan College Month 2024, and downloadable fee waivers here.