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District 5: Happy New Year!
Dear Neighbor, I hope you had an amazing holiday season and are enjoying the new year! In 2023, the Senate Majority intentionally created successful outcomes for the people of Michigan. As 2024 begins, I am looking forward to another year of legislative progress and...
Gov. Whitmer Announces Grants for Before- and After- School Programs
$50M in grants expands access to affordable, engaging before, after, and summer school opportunities for over 67,000 students at 780 locations across the state LANSING, Mich. – Today, Governor Gretchen Whitmer joined the Michigan Department of Lifelong Education,...
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Dear Neighbor, I hope you're keeping warm as December brings colder weather to Michigan. With the holiday season here, I extend my best wishes to you and your loved ones. May you find time to unwind, relax and enjoy the festivities and celebrations. Reflecting on...
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Feds require airlines to automatically refund passengers for canceled or delayed flights • Michigan Advance
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The U.S. Department of Transportation announced on Wednesday new rules that will put refunds quickly back into air travelers’ pockets for canceled or delayed flights. The agency estimated that the n...0 CommentsComment on Facebook
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Good Luck 🙂
Please listen to Deon's story about his lifelong struggle with Dyslexia.
This young man from Michigan was drafted into the NFL but could not read the playbook.
I felt compelled to apologize to Deon on behalf of the state of Michigan - because we don't screen for Dyslexia in our public schools, nor do we train our teachers to identify its characteristics.
Because of this, I am certain that there are countless Deons out there who grew up thinking they were dumb. They're not.
We must rectify this NOW by passing State Senator Jeff Irwin's and my bills that require Dyslexia screening and teacher training in Michigan's public schools.
These bills are in the Michigan House awaiting a hearing. ... See MoreSee Less
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