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...
Senate Passes Sen. Shink’s Legislation to Aid Local Businesses, Improve Communities Across Michigan
LANSING, Mich. (May 18, 2023) — Yesterday, Sen. Sue Shink’s (D-Northfield Twp.) Senate Bill 164 passed through the Senate. This legislation would modify the law for Business Improvement Zones (“BIZ”) to allow for some zones to be created using...
Sen. Shink and Jackson Pride Center to Celebrate Historic Expansion of Elliott-Larsen Civil Rights Act to LGBTQ+ Michiganders
Public event planned for Monday evening at The Chase Sports Bar LANSING, Mich. (May 10, 2023) — Sen. Sue Shink (D-Northfield Township) and Jackson Pride Center will host a happy hour in honor of Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s recent signing of Senate...
Sen. Shink, Senate Pass Corrections and Judiciary Budgets, Investments to Improve Systems and Lives
Budgets includes funding for supports for corrections officers, courts, and several innovative programs to improve programming and reentry opportunities for justice-involved Michiganders LANSING, Mich. (May 9, 2023) — Sen. Sue...
Senate Democrats Introduce Clean Energy Future Plan
The plan will help lower utility costs and reduce carbon emissions for homes and businesses LANSING, Mich. (April 12, 2023) — Today, Michigan Senate Democrats, led by Senate Majority Floor Leader Sam Singh (D-East Lansing) and Sen. Sue...
Sen. Shink and Ann Arbor Legislators to Celebrate Historic Expansion of Elliott-Larsen Civil Rights Act to LGBTQ+ Michiganders
LANSING, Mich. (April 3, 2023) — Sen. Sue Shink (D-Northfield Township) and Michigan Senate and House Democrats will host a happy hour in honor of Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s recent signing of Senate Bill 4, which expands the Elliott-Larsen Civil...
Sen. Shink, Ann Arbor Legislators Celebrate Signing of Historic Bill to Expand Elliott-Larsen Civil Rights Act to LGBTQ+ Michiganders
After four-decade fight, 373,000+ residents, including those in Washtenaw County, finally poised to receive long-awaited protection and recognition LANSING, Mich. (March 31, 2023) — Sen. Sue Shink (D-Northfield Twp) and the Michigan...
Sens. Cherry, McDonald Rivet and Shink Introduce Hybrid Officer Retirement Program
Legislation seeks to allow new officers into Michigan State Police hybrid retirement system LANSING, Mich. (March 24, 2023) — Sens. John Cherry (D-Flint), Kristen McDonald Rivet (D-Bay City) and Sue Shink (D-Northfield Twp.) recently introduced...
Sen. Shink Introduces Sustainability-Centered Legislation to Repeal ‘Ban on Bag Bans’
Senate Bill 228 would repeal the law preventing local ordinances to ban plastic bags and allow communities to implement programs to reduce litter and waste LANSING, Mich. (March 23, 2023) — This week, Sen. Sue Shink (D-Northfield Twp.)...
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...
Senate Passes Sen. Shink’s Legislation to Aid Local Businesses, Improve Communities Across Michigan
LANSING, Mich. (May 18, 2023) — Yesterday, Sen. Sue Shink’s (D-Northfield Twp.) Senate Bill 164 passed through the Senate. This legislation would modify the law for Business Improvement Zones (“BIZ”) to allow for some zones to be created using...
Sen. Shink and Jackson Pride Center to Celebrate Historic Expansion of Elliott-Larsen Civil Rights Act to LGBTQ+ Michiganders
Public event planned for Monday evening at The Chase Sports Bar LANSING, Mich. (May 10, 2023) — Sen. Sue Shink (D-Northfield Township) and Jackson Pride Center will host a happy hour in honor of Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s recent signing of Senate...
Sen. Shink, Senate Pass Corrections and Judiciary Budgets, Investments to Improve Systems and Lives
Budgets includes funding for supports for corrections officers, courts, and several innovative programs to improve programming and reentry opportunities for justice-involved Michiganders LANSING, Mich. (May 9, 2023) — Sen. Sue...
Senate Democrats Introduce Clean Energy Future Plan
The plan will help lower utility costs and reduce carbon emissions for homes and businesses LANSING, Mich. (April 12, 2023) — Today, Michigan Senate Democrats, led by Senate Majority Floor Leader Sam Singh (D-East Lansing) and Sen. Sue...
Sen. Shink and Ann Arbor Legislators to Celebrate Historic Expansion of Elliott-Larsen Civil Rights Act to LGBTQ+ Michiganders
LANSING, Mich. (April 3, 2023) — Sen. Sue Shink (D-Northfield Township) and Michigan Senate and House Democrats will host a happy hour in honor of Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s recent signing of Senate Bill 4, which expands the Elliott-Larsen Civil...
Sen. Shink, Ann Arbor Legislators Celebrate Signing of Historic Bill to Expand Elliott-Larsen Civil Rights Act to LGBTQ+ Michiganders
After four-decade fight, 373,000+ residents, including those in Washtenaw County, finally poised to receive long-awaited protection and recognition LANSING, Mich. (March 31, 2023) — Sen. Sue Shink (D-Northfield Twp) and the Michigan...
Sens. Cherry, McDonald Rivet and Shink Introduce Hybrid Officer Retirement Program
Legislation seeks to allow new officers into Michigan State Police hybrid retirement system LANSING, Mich. (March 24, 2023) — Sens. John Cherry (D-Flint), Kristen McDonald Rivet (D-Bay City) and Sue Shink (D-Northfield Twp.) recently introduced...
Sen. Shink Introduces Sustainability-Centered Legislation to Repeal ‘Ban on Bag Bans’
Senate Bill 228 would repeal the law preventing local ordinances to ban plastic bags and allow communities to implement programs to reduce litter and waste LANSING, Mich. (March 23, 2023) — This week, Sen. Sue Shink (D-Northfield Twp.)...
Sen. Shink Introduces Legislation to Aid Community Improvement Across Michigan
LANSING, Mich. (March 10, 2023) — Yesterday, Sen. Sue Shink (D-Northfield Twp.) reintroduced legislation, Senate Bill 164, that would modify the law for Business Improvement Zones (“BIZ”) to allow for some zones to be created using weighted voting...
Community Updates, Events and Resources
Dear Neighbor, I hope this letter finds you and your family well. I am thankful for the opportunity to serve you and the 14th Senate District. So many good people are working hard to make this part of Michigan a great place to live, work, and...
Join Me for a Violence Intervention Town Hall
Dear Neighbor, I invite you to join me and special guests State Representative Carrie Rheingans and Mayor Daniel Mahoney for a Violence Intervention Town Hall this Monday, March 11 to discuss important issues in our community and hear updates on...
Tax Tips Newsletter
Dear Neighbor, It continues to be an honor serving you in the State Senate, and I look forward to all this New Year holds — the many conversations with constituents, movement on importantlegislation, exciting events around District 14 and more. The...
Join Sen. Shink at Her First Coffee Hour of 2024!
Dear Neighbor, I hope you’ll join me for my first coffee hour of the year! It will be this upcoming Monday, January 8 at the Lost Railway Museum. These events are a great way to share your thoughts and ideas with me, while also getting a firsthand...
Lt. Governor Gilchrist Signs Bipartisan Bills Reforming Michigan’s Juvenile Justice System
Implements recommendations of Michigan Task Force on Juvenile Justice Reform DETROIT, Mich.—Today, Lieutenant Governor Garlin Gilchrist signed first of its kind, bipartisan legislation transforming Michigan’s juvenile justice system and...
Governor Whitmer Signs Historic Clean Energy & Climate Action Package
Legislation makes Michigan a national leader with 100% clean energy standard, strong labor provisions to build clean energy, streamlining construction of energy projects, and lowering utility costs DETROIT, Mich. – Today, Governor...
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...
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