by Hamelin Faith | Jan 24, 2024 | Press Release
LANSING, Mich. (January 24, 2024) — Sen. Veronica Klinefelt (D-Eastpointe) issued the following statement in response to Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s “State of the State” address tonight and her proposal to improve college affordability and grow Michigan’s economy: “As a...
by admin | Dec 12, 2023 | Press Release
Implements recommendations of Michigan Task Force on Juvenile Justice Reform DETROIT, Mich.—Today, Lieutenant Governor Garlin Gilchrist signed first of its kind, bipartisan legislation transforming Michigan’s juvenile justice system and investing in diversion...
by admin | Nov 9, 2023 | Press Release
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 Hertel (D-St. Clair...
by admin | Oct 26, 2023 | Press Release
Bipartisan Legislation to Protect Vulnerable Road Users Reintroduced Bills would create enhanced penalties for drivers who injure or kill a vulnerable roadway user, such as cyclists, pedestrians or wheelchair users. LANSING, Mich., Oct. 26, 2023 — State Sens. Sean...
by admin | Oct 4, 2023 | Press Release
Sen. Klinefelt Played Key Role in Effort to Improve Affordability, Accessibility of Life-Saving Medicine LANSING, Mich. (Oct. 4, 2023) — Today, the Michigan Senate passed legislation to create a Prescription Drug Affordability Board (PDAB) aimed at lowering costs...
by admin | Sep 27, 2023 | Press Release
Bills would help lower prescription drug costs and could establish upper payment limits on life-saving medicine LANSING, Mich. (Sept. 27, 2023) — After receiving widespread support from local, state and national health and policy experts and advocates, the Senate...
