A new report shows our investments in phonics-based instruction and proven literacy programs are working. This National Library Week, we’re celebrating the power of reading and making sure every child has the tools to succeed.

Michigan Senate votes to block mandatory overtime for nurses The bills would stop hospitals from making nurses work extra hours, with some exceptions, and give nurses at least an eight-hour break following a 12-hour shift.

Long hours and forced overtime are driving nurses out of the profession.
We passed bipartisan legislation to set commonsense limits, ensure rest time, and protect nurses from retaliation.
www.interlochenpublicradio.org/2026-04-15/michigan-senate-votes-to-block-mandatory-overtime-for-nurses

Michigan lawmakers consider legislation to limit utility rate increases “My bills went from like 150 to 250 dollars a month for utility bills,” Lansing Resident Sapphire Carian said.

Lowering costs means tackling rising utility bills. We’re working to limit constant rate hikes and make energy costs more predictable for Michigan families.

www.wilx.com/2026/04/16/michigan-lawmakers-consider-legislation-limit-utility-rate-increases/

This Tax Day, we’re helping Michiganders take advantage of the tax relief we delivered and maximize their return.
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Thanks to the leadership of Senate Democrats like Senator Erika Geiss, we passed the Momnibus last year to address maternal health disparities head on. This Black Maternal Health Week, we’re sharing the facts and continuing the work to improve outcomes for families across Michigan.

There is growing momentum to hold social media companies accountable. Recent rulings have already found companies negligent and raised serious concerns about youth safety online. Senate Democrats introduced our Kids Over Clicks package to strengthen protections and hold companies accountable.

The Michigan Senate took action to lower costs and eliminated taxes on tips, overtime, and Social Security. That way working people, families, and seniors can keep more of what they’ve earned.

We made a promise to lower costs, and we’ve delivered across the board.
By repealing the retirement tax, we’re helping Michigan Seniors save an average of $1,000 a year.

Tax Day is a week away! Make sure you're not leaving money on the table.
Thanks to the expanded Earned Income Tax Credit, more Michigan families can get money back to help cover everyday costs.
We fought to make life a little more affordable — make sure you claim what you’ve earned!

'We can’t take care of day care': Trump's remarks rile advocates President Donald Trump worries parents and childcare providers with remarks made at a White House Easter luncheon.

We're already in a child care crisis, with families across the state struggling to afford or even find it. Now, Trump wants to slash child care funding in Michigan by $380 million to pay for his war in Iran.
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Because of the Trump administration’s war with Iran, Michigan farmers are heading into planting season with rising costs and uncertain supply.
When that happens, the impact reaches every grocery store and kitchen table.

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Senate Committee Passes Kids Over Clicks Bill Package to Better Protect Michigan Youth Online Senate Committee Passes Kids Over Clicks Bill Package to Better Protect Michigan Youth Online

Michigan parents deserve real tools to keep their kids safe online. That’s why we’re taking action to advance the Kids Over Clicks bill package.
✔️ Ban addictive feeds without parental consent
✔️ Strengthen data privacy protections
✔️ Keep harmful AI chatbots away from kids

Senate Hearing Highlights How Trump Energy Policies are Costing Michigan Families

Utility costs are up 13% — outpacing inflation.
Our latest hearing made it clear: federal energy decisions are driving higher bills, and leaving Michigan residents to pay the price.

Every Senate Democrat Votes to Lower Skyrocketing Gas Prices, Every Republican Opposes Every Senate Democrat Votes to Lower Skyrocketing Gas Prices, Every Republican Opposes

Every Senate Republican voted no on lowering costs for Michigan families — backing the Trump administration over their own communities.

From gas prices up nearly $1 to rising energy and fertilizer costs, families are feeling it everywhere, from the pump to the grocery store.

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Wishing a meaningful Passover to all who celebrate. May this season of reflection, resilience, and freedom bring peace to you and your loved ones.

Rural OB-GYN on why northern Michigan needs Rx Kids I still remember one of my patients from early in my career as an obstetrician in northern Michigan. She lived nearly an hour from our clinic. One winter morning she arrived late to her prenatal appoi...

RxKids is officially launching in Montmorency County, the nation’s first community-wide prenatal and infant cash prescription program. For families in Atlanta, Lewiston, Hillman, and the surrounding townships, this support will make a real difference during the first months of a baby’s life.

Jury in Los Angeles finds Meta, YouTube negligent in social media addiction trial A jury reached a verdict in the LA trial focused on Meta and YouTube, a case that experts have characterized as social media's "Big Tobacco" moment.

A Los Angeles jury found Meta and YouTube negligent in a case linking their platforms to youth addiction and mental health harm. We need stronger accountability from Big Tech and that's why we're fighting for legislation to do just that. www.cnbc.com/2026/03/25/m...

Michigan Senate passes interstate medical licensure deal “I think the overall theme of what this represents is a positive thing for Michigan and Michiganders that need care,”

The Republican House should never have let this come down to the wire — but we took action to get it done, protecting access to care and ensuring thousands of doctors can keep serving Michigan patients.

www.wilx.com/2026/03/24/m...

Michigan Senate resolution condemns Iran war over spiking energy prices The Michigan Senate's Democratic majority passed a resolution urging the Trump administration to reverse moves it says have caused energy costs to spike, like starting a war with Iran and rolling back...

We've called on the Trump administration to reverse their disastrous policies that are causing gas and energy prices to skyrocket across Michigan. Zero Republicans joined us.
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Meta ordered to pay $375 million in New Mexico trial over child exploitation, user safety claims The state attorney general accused the tech giant ​of misleading users about the safety of Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp and of enabling child sexual exploitation on those platforms.

A New Mexico jury just ruled that Meta violated the law and enabled harm to children online. It’s why we’re focused on putting Kids Over Clicks in Michigan with real safeguards against addictive algorithms, data collection, and AI chatbots.
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Sen. Anthony Takes Aim at Closing Gender Pay Gap Sen. Anthony Takes Aim at Closing Gender Pay Gap

Equal Pay Day is a reminder that outdated hiring practices continue to drive wage gaps and inequality for women. We’re working to close the gap by ensuring fair, transparent pay and hiring practices across Michigan.

Gas prices jump again, state average now above $4 per gallon, according to AAA Gas prices jumped significantly Tuesday morning, with some gas stations reporting prices well over $4 per gallon.

Gas prices are climbing past $4 a gallon across the state. Families are paying more, while the Trump Administration drives costs higher.

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✨ Eid Mubarak, Michigan! May this Eid al‑Fitr bring peace, renewal, and joy to you and your loved ones.🌙

Yesterday, Leader Winnie Brinks joined Michigan families rallying for gun violence prevention. We are incredibly proud to have passed a slate of gun violence prevention policies that are proven to save lives, and we will never stop fighting to deliver a future free from gun violence.

ICYMI: We passed crucial bipartisan medical debt reform in the Senate, championed by Sen. Sarah Anthony, to provide real relief to Michigan families and ensure no one is punished for getting the medical care they need and deserve.

Nessel joins advocates in laying out costs of Trump administration’s energy orders • Michigan Advance Following the fourth emergency order extending the lifespan of a West Michigan coal plant slated for shutdown, Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel and members of the Senate Energy and Environment Co...

Trumps war on energy continues to increase the pinch on Michigan families, spiking energy costs and forcing families to decide between groceries, and their utility bill.
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Kids are extremely vulnerable online, but Big Tech has consistently put profits over safety. Sen. Darrin Camilleri is leading the effort to protect Michigan kids by protecting their privacy and ensuring accountability and safety always come first.

Gas prices surge across Michigan, Grand Rapids hit hard Gas prices are surging in Michigan and nationwide, driven by conflict in Iran.

Michiganders are the ones paying for Trump's war in Iran - at the pump.

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Rx Kids | A Prescription for Health, Hope, and Opportunity Rx Kids is the first-ever community-wide cash prescription program for pregnant moms and babies. Rx Kids provides all pregnant moms in the City of Flint with no-strings-attached cash of $1,500 during ...

Great news for Michigan families! Rx Kids just expanded across the upper peninsula, helping address poverty at its root and ensure every kid has what they need to get ahead.

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