Sen. Shink Connects with Constituents at Dexter Community Conversation
DEXTER, MI (Feb. 20, 2026) — Yesterday, Sen. Sue Shink (D-Northfield Twp.) hosted a Community Conversation at the Dexter District Library. This event allowed local residents to engage with the Senator, learn about current legislation, and ask any...
Senate Passes Bipartisan Legislation to Combat Human Trafficking in Michigan
Senate Bills 520, 521, and 705 would increase penalties for human trafficking violations, preventing offenses and prioritizing the protection of survivors LANSING, Mich. (Jan. 30, 2026) — This week, the Senate passed bipartisan...
Sen. Shink Commends AG Nessel’s Statement on House Republicans’ Unconstitutional Actions
LANSING, Mich. (Jan. 9, 2026) — This week, Attorney General Dana Nessel issued an official legal opinion concluding that House Republicans’ $645 million cut to bipartisan, already agreed-upon funding to programs around the...
Projects, Redevelopment Plans for Michigan Communities Face Major Setbacks Following House GOP Cuts
Dozier Community Center, Hayes Hotel damaged due to halted construction resulting from stripped funding LANSING, Mich. (Dec. 19, 2025) — Just one week after Lansing Republicans voted to cut $645 million in previously bipartisan-approved funding...
Sens. Bayer, Shink, and Geiss Introduce Bills to Regulate Large-Scale Data Centers
Legislation aims to shield Michiganders from higher utility costs and protect our precious natural resources LANSING, Mich. (Dec. 18, 2025) — Today, Sen. Rosemary Bayer (D-West Bloomfield) and her colleagues Sens. Sue Shink (D-Northfield...
Senate Committee Explores How Trump Tariffs Decimate Michigan’s Agricultural Industry
LANSING, Mich. (Dec. 10, 2025) — Today, the Senate Natural Resources and Agriculture Committee, chaired by Sen. Sue Shink (D-Northfield Twp.), held a hearing to examine the impact of rising tariffs and cuts to the United States Dept. of Agriculture...
Sens. Shink, Irwin Promote Better Use of Energy Resources with Virtual Power Plants
Innovative energy proposal would use existing resources to help lower utility costs, increase energy reliability and resiliency LANSING, Mich. (Dec. 9, 2025) — Today, Sens. Sue Shink (D-Northfield Twp.) and Jeff Irwin (D-Ann Arbor) introduced...
Sen. Shink and Other Legislators Join Attorney General in Requesting a Contested Hearing in Data Center Case
ANN ARBOR, Mich. (Dec. 3, 2025) — Sen. Sue Shink (D-Northfield Twp.) and 22 fellow legislators submitted a letter to the Michigan Public Service Commission (MPSC) supporting a contested hearing on MSPC Case U-21990. This case is a request by DTE to...
Sen. Shink Invites Community to Upcoming Community Conversation Event
ANN ARBOR, Mich. (Oct. 20, 2025) — Sen. Sue Shink (D-Northfield Twp.) invites members of the community to join her for a Community Conversation on Thursday, November 6, 2025, to discuss issues of state and local concern. Sen. Shink will provide an...
Sen. Shink Champions Local, Statewide Budget Investments to Lower Costs, Expand Opportunity, Improve Health Outcomes, Support Outdoor Recreation
LANSING, Mich. (Oct. 8, 2025) — Last Friday, Michigan Senate Democrats passed a bipartisan state budget for the 2026 Fiscal Year that secures historic investments to lower everyday costs, protect access to health care, fund our public schools,...
Sen. Shink Connects with Constituents at Dexter Community Conversation
DEXTER, MI (Feb. 20, 2026) — Yesterday, Sen. Sue Shink (D-Northfield Twp.) hosted a Community Conversation at the Dexter District Library. This event allowed local residents to engage with the Senator, learn about current legislation, and ask any...
Senate Passes Bipartisan Legislation to Combat Human Trafficking in Michigan
Senate Bills 520, 521, and 705 would increase penalties for human trafficking violations, preventing offenses and prioritizing the protection of survivors LANSING, Mich. (Jan. 30, 2026) — This week, the Senate passed bipartisan...
Sen. Shink Commends AG Nessel’s Statement on House Republicans’ Unconstitutional Actions
LANSING, Mich. (Jan. 9, 2026) — This week, Attorney General Dana Nessel issued an official legal opinion concluding that House Republicans’ $645 million cut to bipartisan, already agreed-upon funding to programs around the...
Projects, Redevelopment Plans for Michigan Communities Face Major Setbacks Following House GOP Cuts
Dozier Community Center, Hayes Hotel damaged due to halted construction resulting from stripped funding LANSING, Mich. (Dec. 19, 2025) — Just one week after Lansing Republicans voted to cut $645 million in previously bipartisan-approved funding...
Sens. Bayer, Shink, and Geiss Introduce Bills to Regulate Large-Scale Data Centers
Legislation aims to shield Michiganders from higher utility costs and protect our precious natural resources LANSING, Mich. (Dec. 18, 2025) — Today, Sen. Rosemary Bayer (D-West Bloomfield) and her colleagues Sens. Sue Shink (D-Northfield...
Senate Committee Explores How Trump Tariffs Decimate Michigan’s Agricultural Industry
LANSING, Mich. (Dec. 10, 2025) — Today, the Senate Natural Resources and Agriculture Committee, chaired by Sen. Sue Shink (D-Northfield Twp.), held a hearing to examine the impact of rising tariffs and cuts to the United States Dept. of Agriculture...
Sens. Shink, Irwin Promote Better Use of Energy Resources with Virtual Power Plants
Innovative energy proposal would use existing resources to help lower utility costs, increase energy reliability and resiliency LANSING, Mich. (Dec. 9, 2025) — Today, Sens. Sue Shink (D-Northfield Twp.) and Jeff Irwin (D-Ann Arbor) introduced...
Sen. Shink and Other Legislators Join Attorney General in Requesting a Contested Hearing in Data Center Case
ANN ARBOR, Mich. (Dec. 3, 2025) — Sen. Sue Shink (D-Northfield Twp.) and 22 fellow legislators submitted a letter to the Michigan Public Service Commission (MPSC) supporting a contested hearing on MSPC Case U-21990. This case is a request by DTE to...
Sen. Shink Invites Community to Upcoming Community Conversation Event
ANN ARBOR, Mich. (Oct. 20, 2025) — Sen. Sue Shink (D-Northfield Twp.) invites members of the community to join her for a Community Conversation on Thursday, November 6, 2025, to discuss issues of state and local concern. Sen. Shink will provide an...
Sen. Shink Champions Local, Statewide Budget Investments to Lower Costs, Expand Opportunity, Improve Health Outcomes, Support Outdoor Recreation
LANSING, Mich. (Oct. 8, 2025) — Last Friday, Michigan Senate Democrats passed a bipartisan state budget for the 2026 Fiscal Year that secures historic investments to lower everyday costs, protect access to health care, fund our public schools,...
Legislative Update
Dear Neighbor, Happy National Public Health Week! Since the start of our Senate Democratic Majority, my colleagues and I have fought hard for better public health, from protecting access to clean air and water to fighting the gun violence...
Legislative Update
Dear Neighbor, Happy Spring! 🌷🌞 From tackling the child care crisis facing parents to protecting Michiganders burdened by the cycle of medical debt, my Senate colleagues and I have been working hard to advance legislation that will deliver real...
Michigan Senate Unanimously Passes Shink Bill to Strengthen Anti-Terrorism Law
Senate Democrats act swiftly to crack down on threats of terrorism in wake of synagogue attack in West Bloomfield LANSING, Mich. (March 19, 2026) — Today, the Michigan Senate unanimously passed Senate Bill 502, legislation championed by Sen. Sue...
Senate Energy and Environment Committee Advances Virtual Power Plant Legislation to Help Lower Utility Costs
Innovative energy proposal would use existing resources to increase energy reliability and resiliency, save consumers money LANSING, Mich. (March 19, 2026) — Today, the Senate Committee on Energy and Environment passed Senate...
What We Got Done Together in 2025
Dear Neighbor, I love serving as your state Senator and am excited to continue working hard to address the challenges Michiganders are facing both in our backyard and around the state. Please invite me to your events as you wish. I’d love to join...
Legislative Update
Dear Neighbor, Happy March is Reading Month! 📖 This month, I hope you and your loved ones have the opportunity to spend time in your local library and enjoy a few books together, celebrating the knowledge and fun we can get from reading. To check...
2026 Tax Tips: Keep More of Your Tax Return
From the Desk of Senator Sue Shink It’s an honor serving our community in the State Senate, where my colleagues and I have prioritized lowering costs for working families, seniors, and our local communities. We’ll continue fighting for more relief...
Senate Committee Advances Legislation Addressing Dangerous Microplastics, Protecting Waterways
Senate Bills 503-505 would combat bioaccumulative microplastics found in water sources and everyday products LANSING, Mich. (March 11, 2026) — Yesterday, the Senate Committee on Natural Resources and Agriculture passed Senate...
Legislative Update
Dear Neighbor, I hope you are enjoying what’s left of winter! Whether you’re having fun outdoors in the snow before it’s gone, making plans for spring gardening, or just glad it will all be over soon, this is always a hopeful season to live in...
Sen. Shink Comments on Gov. Whitmer’s 2026 State of the State Address
LANSING, Mich. (Feb. 25, 2026) — Sen. Sue Shink (D-Northfield Twp.) issued the following statement in response to Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s “State of the State” address tonight: “I’m happy to see Gov. Whitmer focus on saving Michiganders money and...
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