From Pre-K to College: Supporting All Students in Michigan
Within the Senate Majority, these former teachers are taking on prominent leadership roles A few years ago, Assistant Senate Majority Leader Darrin Camilleri (D-Trenton) was teaching high school social studies in southwest Detroit. This legislative session, he led...
Historic Investment in Kids, Schools Are Hallmarks of Michigan’s Education Budget
For the first time, Michigan’s Education Budget was crafted by legislators with hands-on experience in the classroom Michiganders have made themselves clear: They want legislators who are willing to listen and deliver on the issues that matter most with thoughtful and...
Raise a glass to Michigan’s beer industry: It’s Michigan Beer Month!
Beer is an integral part of the fabric of Michigan and has been embedded into our state culture ever since the beverage was first brought to prominence by settlers. Entrepreneurial icons like Bernhard Stroh established a family brewery in Detroit in 1850, beginning a...
Pride Month: The Progress Continues
As Pride Month comes to a close, Michigan Senate Democrats continue the fight to ensure Michigan represents a safe space for all members of the LGBTQ+ community. This #MajorityForThePeople is committed to instilling a sense of inclusion and belonging in Michigan —...
Senate Democratic Majority Passes Transformative ‘Budget for the People,’ Tackles Pressing Needs of Michigan Kids, Workers and Communities
Budget includes major investments at local and state levels to improve lives, state's future LANSING, Mich. (June 28, 2023) — Today, the Michigan Senate Democrats passed their first majority-led state budget in 40 years, and with it, transformational change for...
Senate Democrats Introduce Michigan Voting Rights Act to Strengthen Election Protections for Voters
On heels of recent legislation to expand voters’ access, lawmakers now tackle voters’ rights, combat discrimination and disinformation LANSING, Mich. (June 22, 2023) — Today, the Michigan Senate Democratic Majority introduced legislation to establish the Michigan...
Senate’s Next Phase of Work Gets Underway on Clean Energy Future Plan
Senate Energy and Environment Committee hears testimony on innovative plan to help lower utility costs and reduce carbon emissions for homes and businesses NOTE: A graphic on the Clean Energy Future Plan is attached and included below. LANSING, Mich. (June 22,...
Brinks, Moss Pass Bipartisan Transformational Brownfields Bill to Attract Thriving Redevelopment to Michigan Communities
Bill earned support of local government, business groups from across the state LANSING, Mich. (May 11, 2023) — Today, Senate Majority Leader Winnie Brinks (D-Grand Rapids), Sen. Jeremy Moss (D-Southfield) and a bipartisan majority of the Michigan Senate voted to...
Senate Democratic Majority Passes Transformational State Budget to Improve Equity and Spur Innovation
Budget includes highest per-pupil funding in state history, education, criminal justice and housing supports for families with lower incomes, universal emphasis on diversity and equity, bipartisan work programs, and significant protections to air, land and water ...
Michigan Senate Passes Filter First Legislation to Ensure All Kids Have Safe Drinking Water at School, Child Care
Cherry and Santana legislation prevents lead poisoning in youth by implementing water filtration systems throughout schools and child care centers in Michigan LANSING, Mich. (April 20, 2023) — Today, the Michigan Senate voted to pass Senate Bills 88 and 89, the...