District 2 Legislative & Community Updates
Dear Neighbor, As Thanksgiving approaches, I want to take a moment to wish you and your loved ones a safe and joyous holiday filled with laughter, great food, and hopefully a Lions win against the Green Bay Packers. This time of year is a...
District 2 Legislative & Community Updates
Dear Neighbor, Like I’m sure many of you are feeling, it’s hard to believe we’re nearing the end of the year. With all the chaos and confusion that the federal administration has brought to our doorsteps — including with the now-ended longest...
District 2 Legislative & Community Updates
Dear Neighbor, Happy Spooky Season! Over in Lansing, my colleagues and I have been hard at work advocating on your behalf. Along with securing critical investments for students, families, and communities in the 2026 state budget agreement...
Protecting Healthcare for all Michiganders!
Dear Neighbor, Every family deserves access to affordable, high-quality health care — close to home and without barriers. That is why I have been working hard in the Michigan Senate to invest in the health and well-being of our communities. Whether...
District 2 Legislative & Community Updates
Dear Neighbor, Labor Day has now come and gone, and with that, so has another beautiful Michigan summer. As we approach the beginning of autumn and the leaves begin to change, I encourage you to take advantage of everything our great state has to...
District 2 Legislative & Community Updates
Dear Neighbor, With August well underway and the beginning of a new school year approaching, I hope you’re soaking in the remainder of summertime here in our beautiful state. I’ve enjoyed the opportunity to get out and about in our district this...
Updates from the Michigan Legislature
Dear Neighbor, It is my continued honor to serve as your state Senator. Whether I’m at the Capitol or in our neighborhoods, I’m focused on delivering real results for the people of Dearborn, Dearborn Heights, Allen Park, and Detroit. That means...
Fighting to Safeguard Access to Medicaid
Dear Neighbor, In times like these, when uncertainty and change seem constant, one thing remains steady: my commitment to advocating for the people. As your State Senator, I’m focused on delivering real results that make our communities healthier,...
June Updates from Sen. Sylvia Santana
Dear Neighbor, I hope you're soaking up the sunshine and enjoying the warm weather as we wrap up the final weeks of spring. I hope you're all as excited as I am for the fun summer activites our great state has to offer. As we celebrate Pride this...
May Updates from Sen. Sylvia Santana
Dear Neighbor, Over the past weeks and months, my colleagues and I have been working hard to craft a fiscally responsible state budget to ensure that while chaos and confusion comes from Washington, our communities can find security at the...
District 2 Legislative & Community Updates
Dear Neighbor, As Thanksgiving approaches, I want to take a moment to wish you and your loved ones a safe and joyous holiday filled with laughter, great food, and hopefully a Lions win against the Green Bay Packers. This time of year is a...
District 2 Legislative & Community Updates
Dear Neighbor, Like I’m sure many of you are feeling, it’s hard to believe we’re nearing the end of the year. With all the chaos and confusion that the federal administration has brought to our doorsteps — including with the now-ended longest...
District 2 Legislative & Community Updates
Dear Neighbor, Happy Spooky Season! Over in Lansing, my colleagues and I have been hard at work advocating on your behalf. Along with securing critical investments for students, families, and communities in the 2026 state budget agreement...
District 2 Legislative & Community Updates
Dear Neighbor, Labor Day has now come and gone, and with that, so has another beautiful Michigan summer. As we approach the beginning of autumn and the leaves begin to change, I encourage you to take advantage of everything our great state has to...
District 2 Legislative & Community Updates
Dear Neighbor, With August well underway and the beginning of a new school year approaching, I hope you’re soaking in the remainder of summertime here in our beautiful state. I’ve enjoyed the opportunity to get out and about in our district this...
Fighting to Safeguard Access to Medicaid
Dear Neighbor, In times like these, when uncertainty and change seem constant, one thing remains steady: my commitment to advocating for the people. As your State Senator, I’m focused on delivering real results that make our communities healthier,...
June Updates from Sen. Sylvia Santana
Dear Neighbor, I hope you're soaking up the sunshine and enjoying the warm weather as we wrap up the final weeks of spring. I hope you're all as excited as I am for the fun summer activites our great state has to offer. As we celebrate Pride this...
May Updates from Sen. Sylvia Santana
Dear Neighbor, Over the past weeks and months, my colleagues and I have been working hard to craft a fiscally responsible state budget to ensure that while chaos and confusion comes from Washington, our communities can find security at the...
Hertel Resolution Calls on Washington to Protect Medicaid, Michiganders’ Health Care
Recognizing the vital role Medicaid plays in the health of Michigan’s people and economy, the resolution urges federal leaders to reject any cuts to the program LANSING, Mich. (May 20, 2025) — During a rare Sunday committee meeting, Republicans...
April Updates from Sen. Sylvia Santana
Dear Neighbor, While the start of spring often brings more sunshine and longer days, it can also bring frequent temperature changes, and with that, severe weather. Be sure to stay well informed, prepared, and alert for extreme weather events this...
Protecting Healthcare for all Michiganders!
Dear Neighbor, Every family deserves access to affordable, high-quality health care — close to home and without barriers. That is why I have been working hard in the Michigan Senate to invest in the health and well-being of our communities. Whether...
Updates from the Michigan Legislature
Dear Neighbor, It is my continued honor to serve as your state Senator. Whether I’m at the Capitol or in our neighborhoods, I’m focused on delivering real results for the people of Dearborn, Dearborn Heights, Allen Park, and Detroit. That means...
2024 Year in Review
Dear Neighbor, As your voice in the state Capitol, I am committed to advancing good government policies that reflect the values and priorities of our community. Throughout 2024, your input was essential in shaping legislation and informing budget...
Fighting for a Strong Future: Fighting for Every Student, Every Family!
Dear Friend, As your state senator and a proud parent, there are few things more important to me than making sure Michigan’s children receive the best education possible. Getting a great start or having access to early college credit programs opens...
A Guide on Michigan Elections
Dear Friend, Voting is one of the most fundamental rights of a functioning democracy. Any U.S. citizen who is at least age 18 on Election Day is eligible to vote — but before you can cast a ballot, you must register. Voter registration forms are...
District 3 Workers Newsletter
Dear Friend, I am proud to serve the people of Wayne County every day in the Michigan Senate. Wayne County is a great place with incredible career opportunities. If reaching your goals means going back to school, learning new skills in your field,...
Senator Santana on Healthcare
Dear Friends, I hope you are safe and healthy as we continue to navigate the COVID-19 pandemic together and the changes it has brought to our lives. Now more than ever, it’s evident that health care is a fundamental issue in our district and across...
2021 Year in Review
Dear Friends,The past couple of years have taught us all so much about living life during a pandemic and, in the process, revealed just how tough Michiganders are. Thanks to the approval of the safe and effective COVID-19 vaccine, we’ve now been...
Michigan Senior’s Newsletter
Dear Friends, I’m Sylvia Santana, your state senator for the 3rd Senate District. I’m honored to represent you in Michigan’s Legislature as we work to build a government that works for all of us — especially our seniors. I hope this newsletter...
Back-to-School Newsletter
Dear Friend, As your state senator and a proud parent, there are few things more important to me than making sure Michigan’s children receive the best education possible. Getting a great start or having access to early college credit programs opens...