Bills Introduced in Senate, House to Hold Polluters Accountable for Cleanups
Current law has enabled polluters to stick taxpayers with burden of cleaning up over 10,000 ‘orphaned’ sites LANSING, Mich. (Oct. 25, 2023) — Today, Senator Jeff Irwin (D-Ann Arbor) and Representative Jason Morgan (D-Ann Arbor), along with...
Sen. Shink on Placemaking Grants for Chelsea Rockwell Development Project
Grant funding passed by the Senate will encourage population growth, drive business development in District 14 LANSING, Mich. (Oct. 12, 2023) — Following the recent announcement of $99.2 million in Revitalization and Placemaking Program (RAP 2.0)...
Bipartisan Senate Acts to Finally Close One-in-the-Nation Immunity Loophole for Faulty Drug Manufacturers
Senate passes Irwin bill to eliminate drug industry immunity, restore justice for victims and families LANSING, Mich. (Oct. 18, 2023) — Today, the Michigan Senate voted 30-8 to overwhelmingly pass Senate Bill 410, legislation sponsored by...
Senate Advances Bipartisan Legislation to Protect Survivors of Domestic Violence from Further Abuse, Save Lives
Bills authored by Sens. Chang and Shink would close dangerous gaps in state law by keeping deadly weapons out of the hands of convicted abusers LANSING, Mich. (October 11, 2023) — Today, during Domestic Violence Awareness Month, the Michigan...
Sen. Shink Travels to Ireland with American Irish State Legislators Caucus to Celebrate 25th Anniversary of the Good Friday Peace Agreement
LANSING, Mich. (September 1, 2023) — Serving as a Michigan Delegate for the American Irish State Legislators Caucus, Sen. Sue Shink (D-Northfield Twp.) has issued the following statement after her visit to Ireland to celebrate the 25th Anniversary...
Michigan Legislators Tour Women’s Huron Valley Correctional Facility, Discuss New Funding
Investing in change: 2024 Michigan budget commits funding for educational opportunities through pilot program with Huron Valley LANSING, Mich. (August 21, 2023) — Sen. Sue Shink (D-Northfield Twp.) and Reps. Amos O'Neal (D-Saginaw) and Jimmie...
Local Lawmakers’ ‘Make It In Michigan’ Budget Delivers $8.5 Million Multigenerational Community Center for Dexter
DEXTER, Mich. (August 17, 2023) — Today, Sen. Sue Shink (D-Northfield Twp.) and Reps. Jennifer Conlin (D-Ann Arbor Twp.) and Carrie Rheingans (D-Ann Arbor) joined local leaders in Dexter to celebrate the passage of the “Make It In Michigan” budget...
Sen. Shink Secures Major Budget Wins for Jackson and Washtenaw Counties
Budget includes funding to support public safety, protect natural resources, improve housing, and more LANSING, Mich. (July 12, 2023) — Sen. Sue Shink (D-Northfield Twp) and the Michigan Legislature recently passed the 2024 state budget,...
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,...
Sen. Shink Joined by Jackson County Vietnam Veteran, Purple Heart Recipient for Senate’s 28th Annual Memorial Day Ceremony
NOTE: Photo Included Below LANSING, Mich. (May 27, 2023) — On Thursday, May 25, Sen. Sue Shink (D-Northfield Twp.) was joined at the Michigan Senate's 28th Annual Memorial Day Ceremony by her distinguished guest, Donald Bliss, a Jackson County...
Sen. Shink on Placemaking Grants for Chelsea Rockwell Development Project
Grant funding passed by the Senate will encourage population growth, drive business development in District 14 LANSING, Mich. (Oct. 12, 2023) — Following the recent announcement of $99.2 million in Revitalization and Placemaking Program (RAP 2.0)...
Bipartisan Senate Acts to Finally Close One-in-the-Nation Immunity Loophole for Faulty Drug Manufacturers
Senate passes Irwin bill to eliminate drug industry immunity, restore justice for victims and families LANSING, Mich. (Oct. 18, 2023) — Today, the Michigan Senate voted 30-8 to overwhelmingly pass Senate Bill 410, legislation sponsored by...
Senate Advances Bipartisan Legislation to Protect Survivors of Domestic Violence from Further Abuse, Save Lives
Bills authored by Sens. Chang and Shink would close dangerous gaps in state law by keeping deadly weapons out of the hands of convicted abusers LANSING, Mich. (October 11, 2023) — Today, during Domestic Violence Awareness Month, the Michigan...
Sen. Shink Travels to Ireland with American Irish State Legislators Caucus to Celebrate 25th Anniversary of the Good Friday Peace Agreement
LANSING, Mich. (September 1, 2023) — Serving as a Michigan Delegate for the American Irish State Legislators Caucus, Sen. Sue Shink (D-Northfield Twp.) has issued the following statement after her visit to Ireland to celebrate the 25th Anniversary...
Michigan Legislators Tour Women’s Huron Valley Correctional Facility, Discuss New Funding
Investing in change: 2024 Michigan budget commits funding for educational opportunities through pilot program with Huron Valley LANSING, Mich. (August 21, 2023) — Sen. Sue Shink (D-Northfield Twp.) and Reps. Amos O'Neal (D-Saginaw) and Jimmie...
Local Lawmakers’ ‘Make It In Michigan’ Budget Delivers $8.5 Million Multigenerational Community Center for Dexter
DEXTER, Mich. (August 17, 2023) — Today, Sen. Sue Shink (D-Northfield Twp.) and Reps. Jennifer Conlin (D-Ann Arbor Twp.) and Carrie Rheingans (D-Ann Arbor) joined local leaders in Dexter to celebrate the passage of the “Make It In Michigan” budget...
Sen. Shink Secures Major Budget Wins for Jackson and Washtenaw Counties
Budget includes funding to support public safety, protect natural resources, improve housing, and more LANSING, Mich. (July 12, 2023) — Sen. Sue Shink (D-Northfield Twp) and the Michigan Legislature recently passed the 2024 state budget,...
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,...
Sen. Shink Joined by Jackson County Vietnam Veteran, Purple Heart Recipient for Senate’s 28th Annual Memorial Day Ceremony
NOTE: Photo Included Below LANSING, Mich. (May 27, 2023) — On Thursday, May 25, Sen. Sue Shink (D-Northfield Twp.) was joined at the Michigan Senate's 28th Annual Memorial Day Ceremony by her distinguished guest, Donald Bliss, a Jackson County...
Sen. Shink, Senate Committee on Natural Resources and Agriculture Hear Presentations on Proposal to Conserve 30% of Michigan’s Land and Water by 2030
Proposal will help naturally capture greenhouse gas emissions as part of Senate Democrats’ Clean Energy Future Plan LANSING, Mich. (May 23, 2023) — Today, Chair Sue Shink (D-Northfield Twp.) and members of the Senate Committee on Natural Resources...
Gov. Whitmer Signs Bills Supporting Workers, Teachers, and Tribal Communities
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 29, 2023 Contact: press@michigan.gov Gov. Whitmer Signs Bills Supporting Workers, Teachers, and Tribal Communities Other legislation helps government work better LANSING, Mich.—Today, Governor Whitmer signed...
Gov. Whitmer Signs Gun Violence Prevention Legislation to Keep Guns Out of the Hands of Criminals, Keep Our Communities Safe
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 20, 2023 Contact: press@michigan.gov Gov. Whitmer Signs Gun Violence Prevention Legislation to Keep Guns Out of the Hands of Criminals, Keep Our Communities Safe LANSING, Mich. – Today, Governor Gretchen...
Community Updates, Events and Resources
Dear Neighbor, I hope this letter finds you and your family well. As we approach the holiday season and have just celebrated Thanksgiving, I hope you continue taking time to rest and gather with loved ones. Thanksgiving is the perfect opportunity...
Senate Democrats Finalize ‘Clean Energy Future’ Plan to Create Jobs, Improve Energy Reliability and Affordability
Bills now head to governor’s desk, will establish clean and renewable energy standards, increase energy efficiency and improve renewable energy oversight LANSING, Mich. (Nov. 8, 2023) — Today, the Michigan Senate Democrats finalized their Clean...
Community Updates, Events and Resources
Dear Neighbor, I hope this letter finds you and your family well. As we continue into fall (even if it feels more like winter!), I will be hard at work here in Lansing drafting legislation and advocating for you and our communities. If you need...
Senate Passes Momentous Legislation to Create ‘Clean Energy Future’ in Michigan
Bills establish long-awaited clean and renewable energy standards, increase energy efficiency targets and increase oversight of renewable energy efforts LANSING, Mich. (October 26, 2023) — After months of intensive work, the Michigan Senate took a...
Sen. Shink on Bill to Enable Claims Against Polluters for Medical Monitoring
LANSING, Mich. (Oct. 25, 2023) — Today, State Senator Sue Shink (D-Northfield Twp) introduced Senate Bill 610 as part of the seven-bill ‘Polluter Pay’ legislative package. These bills would set more stringent cleanup standards, increase...
Bills Introduced in Senate, House to Hold Polluters Accountable for Cleanups
Current law has enabled polluters to stick taxpayers with burden of cleaning up over 10,000 ‘orphaned’ sites LANSING, Mich. (Oct. 25, 2023) — Today, Senator Jeff Irwin (D-Ann Arbor) and Representative Jason Morgan (D-Ann Arbor), along with...
Sen. Shink on Placemaking Grants for Chelsea Rockwell Development Project
Grant funding passed by the Senate will encourage population growth, drive business development in District 14 LANSING, Mich. (Oct. 12, 2023) — Following the recent announcement of $99.2 million in Revitalization and Placemaking Program (RAP 2.0)...
Bipartisan Senate Acts to Finally Close One-in-the-Nation Immunity Loophole for Faulty Drug Manufacturers
Senate passes Irwin bill to eliminate drug industry immunity, restore justice for victims and families LANSING, Mich. (Oct. 18, 2023) — Today, the Michigan Senate voted 30-8 to overwhelmingly pass Senate Bill 410, legislation sponsored by...
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