- Along with crafting the state budget for next year, Senate Democrats have recently advanced legislation to protect workers from wage theft, provide economic relief for Michigan parents, and uphold justice for survivors of sexual assault.
- Join me for my next community conversation on Monday, June 9, from 8:00 – 9:00 a.m. at the Hannah Community Center in East Lansing.
- The Michigan Dept. of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) is now accepting online applications for the 2026 Qualified Small Distiller Program, which lowers costs for small distilleries using Michigan-grown grain. Learn more below.
Protecting Workers from Wage Theft — Senate Bills 6 & 7
This month, the Senate Labor Committee passed legislation to protect Michigan workers and taxpayers by ensuring bad actors cannot continue to game the system and shrink workers’ paychecks.
Lowering the Cost of Parenting — Senate Bills 308–313
Senate Democrats have officially introduced bills to implement the recently-unveiled “Building Blocks” plan that seeks to provide economic relief for Michigan parents. This legislative package would support parents by establishing a new Working Parents Tax Credit, expanding the widely popular RxKids program statewide, and helping tackle the cost of child care from both the demand and supply side.
Ensuring Justice for Survivors of Sexual Assault — Senate Bills 257–261
The Senate passed legislation to support and protect survivors of sexual assault while ensuring abusers — and the institutions that shield them — are held accountable. These bills would fix Michigan’s broken statute of limitations for civil claims and repeal immunity for educational institutions that conceal systemic abuse. This package will now advance to the House for deliberation.
Michigan Senate Passes 2026 Budget to Support All Michiganders
Efforts to finalize our state budget for next year are moving along! The Senate recently passed our proposal for the 2026 State Budget. Crafted through months of collaboration with constituents, community leaders, and key stakeholders, this proposal invests in the people, places, and projects that make our state extraordinary. Together, our budget proposal:
- Puts students, teachers, and parents first;
- Makes government work for you;
- Builds stronger local and state infrastructures;
- Makes our communities safer and backs our first responders; and
- Lowers costs and invests in people.
Our budget bills have been sent to the House of Representatives for further consideration. Learn more here.
Michigan Senate Advances Bold New Education Budget Proposal Focused on Putting Students and Teachers First
As part of the several budget bills the Senate recently passed, a record PreK-12 education budget proposal also made it across the Senate finish line. This legislation intentionally prioritizes Michigan students, invests in safe and healthy learning environments, and strengthens public schools.
With federal funding for education facing unprecedented uncertainty, Senate Democrats stepped up to deliver a bold, future-focused plan for the Fiscal Year 2026 budget. In addition to raising per-pupil funding to $10,008, the proposal includes $2.5 billion in investments for student mental health, critical upgrades to school infrastructure — including clean and functional HVAC systems — and a continued commitment to free breakfast and lunch for every Michigan public school student.
Community Conversation in East Lansing
WHEN: Monday, June 9, from 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.
WHERE: Hannah Community Center, 819 Abbott Rd., East Lansing, MI 48823
Virtual Community Conversation
WHEN: Wednesday, June 25, from 8:00 – 9:00 a.m.
WHERE: Virtual – Register here
Visit my website to stay up to date on all of my upcoming events. I hope to see you soon!
2025 Chamber Day
On May 7, the Michigan Chamber of Commerce hosted its annual Chamber Day at the Capitol, bringing together legislators and business leaders to discuss key issues like road funding, infrastructure, bipartisan leadership, and the state budget. This annual event provides a great platform for open dialogue on the policy challenges that are facing Michigan in the year ahead.
Stryker Tour
Stryker’s Portage facility is a cornerstone of Michigan’s medical technology sector, known for producing innovative, life-saving devices. Founded by Dr. Homer Stryker, a Michigander, the company continues to grow its impact through advanced manufacturing, research, and job creation. A recent tour of the plant offered me a firsthand look at how this Michigan-born company remains at the forefront of medical innovation.
Team District Walk
My team and I hit the pavement in DeWitt last week to hear directly from constituents. We knocked on over 500 doors and asked folks about the issues they care most about, whether it was help with a state agency, ideas for legislation, or local concerns they wanted to share with our office. We’re always grateful for the chance to connect with our community face-to-face.
Michigan Craft Beverage Council 2026 Qualified Small Distiller Program
The Michigan Dept. of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) is accepting online applications for the 2026 Qualified Small Distiller Program through June 13, 2025.
This program lowers costs for small distilleries using Michigan-grown grain — helping expand local businesses, support Michigan farmers, and grow our state’s craft beverage industry.
Learn more and apply on the MDARD website or by contacting MDARD-QualifiedDistiller@michigan.gov.
As always, if you or someone you know would like to provide feedback about what’s happening in Lansing or needs assistance, feel free to contact my office. You can email us at SenSSingh@senate.michigan.gov or call (517) 373-3447.
Sincerely,
Sam Singh
State Senator
District 28