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Back-to-School Updates and Resources
Dear Neighbor, Labor Day has now come and gone, and so has another beautiful Michigan summer. My legislative colleagues and I are heading back to the Senate chamber this month after a busy summer spent connecting with our constituents and communities. I’m eager to...
August Legislative Updates & Resources
Dear Neighbor, As we have officially entered August, we’re nearing the end of another beautiful Michigan summer. I hope you and your loved ones have the chance to get out and savor everything this wonderful season has to offer in our great state. Throughout the...
Legislative Updates & Resources
Dear Neighbor, With August right around the corner, I hope you are continuing to soak in all that summertime in Michigan has to offer — beautiful lakes, scenic parks and trails and abundant, fresh produce for your picnics and grill-outs. Grab a coffee or cold...
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Sen Polehanki in Support of SB 944
Sen. Polehanki Testifying in Support of Senate Bills 857 and 858
Senator Polehanki Asks Colleagues to Vote Yes on SB 911
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Seven years ago today, I was a high school English teacher who threw my hat in the ring for an open state senate seat.
I feel incredibly fortunate to be State Senator for Michigan’s 5th District. ... See MoreSee Less
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So thankful for you. We had to deal with Colbeck for too long.
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I am incredibly proud to be a cosponsor of a new law that increases weekly unemployment checks from $362 to $446 per week this year and then to $614 per week in 2027.
It's the first increase in unemployment compensation since 2003.
The law also allows out-of-work Michiganders to be able to claim up to 26 weeks of unemployment benefits — an increase from the current 20 weeks.
(In 2011, then Republican Governor Snyder cut 6 weeks: from 26 weeks to 20 weeks; we reversed that back to 26 weeks).
All Democrats voted yes along with one Republican. All other Republicans voted no. ... See MoreSee Less
6 new laws take effect in Michigan in 2025: What to know
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Michigan residents will have to adjust to a number of new laws that could affect them in 2025. Here's a look at what's new and on the way.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
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Right back at you!!!🎉🎉
Happy New Year Dayna !
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