For healthy families and a prosperous state, just add water – MLPP A version of this column originally appeared in The Alpena News. Over the last few years, we’ve all felt the pinch on our wallets as the costs of living have risen and wages haven’t kept up. But some ...

"None of us can survive without clean water, and we’re all at risk in an economy under which the ability to pay for service is guaranteed to erode for all but the wealthiest few." ––
@jc4policy.bsky.social, Michigan League for Public Policy, Senior Policy Expert
#mileg #wateraffordability

I also requested. $150,000 for enhanced security at the Shir Tikvah synagogue in Troy. These requests would all help our community remain a safe, prosperous place to live and work! #mileg #resist

MI Money out of MIBA MI Money Out of MIBA campaign opposes the use of Michigan public funds to support the Michigan Israel Business Accelerator (MIBA), a Detroit-based nonprofit which seeks to build business relationships...

Please sign & distribute widely!
#rejectaipac #humanrights #michigan #democrats #mileg

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Mandatory Overtime, Assisted Outpatient Treatment Legislation Advances Several key healthcare bills, including mandatory nurse overtime, assisted outpatient treatment (AOT), Certificate of Need (CON) and site-neutral payment policies, saw action in the legislature during the week of March 16.

ICYMI: Several healthcare bills, including mandatory nurse overtime, assisted outpatient treatment (AOT), Certificate of Need (CON) and site-neutral payment policies, saw action in the legislature last week. Learn more ➡️ https://bit.ly/3NOWIBI

#MiLeg #MIHospitals

TLDR: Michigan lacks a comprehensive legal framework governing the use of ALPRs that could put innocent people in dangerous situations and betray data privacy. And mistakes do happen. #mileg

TLDR: Eliminating census data threatens accuracy accessing communities' well-being. Undercounts of certain populations – including young children, racial and ethnic minorities, and people with low incomes – leave communities without their fair share of resources. #confidentiality #mileg

Huge thanks to all the incredible organizations & advocates standing up for community safety and immigrants and refugees during this chaotic time.

I am proud to work alongside Mary Cavanagh and @jeremymoss.bsky.social on this legislation.

Let's get it done.

#mileg #iceoutofourcommunities

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Bills to limit federal immigration actions move to full Michigan Senate along party lines • Michigan Advance The Michigan Senate Civil Rights, Judiciary and Public Safety Committee passed two bills along party lines that would limit federal immigration actions in Michigan, specifically prohibiting immigratio...

Yesterday, the Michigan Senate Committee on Civil Rights, Judiciary and Public Safety voted out SB 508, SB 510 and SR 86, and the bills to protect public safety & immigrant community members are headed now to the full Senate! #mileg #iceoutofourcommunities

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Michigan Legislature Announces Commitment to Pass the IMLC Before March 28 Deadline Following negotiations finalized March 19, Senate Majority Leader Winnie Brinks (D-Grand Rapids) announced plans to pass legislation authorizing Michigan's continued participation in the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact.

Thank you to our state lawmakers, member hospitals and fellow healthcare champions for their commitment to pass legislation authorizing Michigan’s continued participation in the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact ➡️ https://bit.ly/4v0kzPJ

#MiLeg #IMLC

‘A line in the sand’: Multifaith clergy coalition demands end to ICE presence in Michigan • Michigan Advance A group of 100 faith leaders across religious backgrounds gathered on the steps of the Michigan Capitol building on Tuesday with three demands to counter the presence of ICE in Michigan: the closure o...

Thank you to the ~100 faith leaders from around the state who came to the Capitol yesterday in support of immigrants and refugees! #mileg #iceoutofourcommunities

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From City of Jackson Mayor Daniel Mahoney: “Clean water is a necessity — not a luxury. We’re maintaining critical infrastructure, but no one should lose access because they can’t afford it. These bills ensure every family can access safe, reliable water.”

#mileg #wateraffordability

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More than 500,000 Michigan seniors would benefit from a proposed statewide water affordability program on blue water background, also with many small figures of people to represent 500,000 seniors

From. Lt. Colonel Steven Merritt of the Salvation Army Great Lakes Division: “When a household loses access to water, it’s not just a utility issue; it’s a crisis that affects children, seniors, and entire communities."

#mileg #wateraffordability
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During the COVID-19 pandemic, more than 317,000 Michigan households were known to have past due water bills. on blue water text with outline of Michigan peninsulas

The legislation that would create a statewide water affordability program, provide several local options, and limit water shutoffs for Michiganders struggling to make ends meet. We also highlighted the need for appropriations for #wateraffordability in the FY 2027 budget. #mileg 2/5

World Water Day March 22, 2026 on blue water background

Happy World Water Day!

In response to rising water costs, Sen. Rosemary Bayer, John Damoose, and I joined community leaders to discuss bipartisan water affordability legislation on Friday... #mileg

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Candidate Veronica Paiz wearing Detroit Caucus sweatshirt while sitting on porch bench and holding paperwork filed to run for office.

IT’S OFFICIAL! I filed paperwork to run for re-election as Representative for Michigan State House District 10! I am excited and enthusiastic and looking forward to continuing my work for you and our work together. #mileg #HD10 @mihousedems.bsky.social

It’s cloudy in Michigan this Sunshine Week Every Sunshine Week, the Michigan Press Association honors a public official who advances open government. This year, for the first time, we’re giving no award. That’s how cloudy it is over transparen...

This Sunshine Week, we'd like to submit Matt Hall's name for the very real "Cloudy Legislator" award. He truly deserves it. #MiLeg

THE STAKES ARE HIGH: PROTECT FEDERAL DATA – MLPP The federal administration has taken steps to suppress or underfund data collection and sharing.

Get the facts, Michigan💯 : bit.ly/41obpi5
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Thank you to the Arc of Oakland County for hosting me at their annual Dove Awards, which recognizes educators, advocates, direct care workers and more for their service to people with disabilities. Congratulations to all of this year's honorees! #mileg

Wishing a happy Ugadi to all who celebrate in our community! Ugadi is the first day of the Telugu new year. May the new year bring happiness and prosperity to you and your family. #mileg #ugadi

Michigan House speaker claims he won transparency award. It might be fake The speaker's office has not responded to requests for copies of the letter the group allegedly sent Matt Hall informing him of the award.

Matt Hall's award is as fake as his commitment to transparency. #MiLeg

MI Republicans: stop playing politics with people's health!! #mipolitics #mileg

Medical Debt Legislation Clears Senate, MHA-Supported Bills Advance in the House Legislation addressing medical debt collection processes and hospital financial assistance policies passed the Michigan Senate, while the House of Representatives moved MHA-supported bills during the week of March 9.

Legislation addressing #MedicalDebt collection processes and hospital financial assistance policies passed the Michigan Senate, while the House of Representatives moved MHA-supported bills during the week of March 9. Learn more ⬇️ #MiLeg https://bit.ly/4ryKE5e

18 comments | What happened last week at Temple Israel shouldn’t have been inevitable, but it was. It doesn’t have to continue, but it’s on all of us to stop it. Read more ➡ www.michigan.gov/ag/news/... What happened last week at Temple Israel shouldn’t have been inevitable, but it was. It doesn’t have to continue, but it’s on all of us to stop it. Read more ➡...

As we learn more about last week's horrific attack on Temple Israel, I want to share this message from Attorney General Dana Nessel and other Jewish elected officials and community leaders. #mileg

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Antisemitism is on the rise across the US, fueled by hateful, bigoted extremists. We must call it out, and we must fight for a world where all religious believers can practice their faith in safety. My thoughts are with the Jewish members of our community, who deserve our unqualified support. #mileg

Michigan House Speaker slams public record reform: ‘We’re not doing FOIA’ - Bridge Michigan Last year, Michigan House Speaker Matt Hall supported a push to expand the state’s Freedom of Information Act. This year, he’s blocking it.

This #SunshineWeek, a reminder that MAGA House Speaker Matt Hall is refusing to move bipartisan legislation opening up the Legislature and Governor's office to the Freedom of Information Act. #mileg #resist

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The #BRITEAct is the strongest transparency and ethics reform proposed in Michigan in decades. But for all their talk about transparency, House Republicans have yet to join @MIHouseDems in taking action. Michiganders deserve more from their leaders this #SunshineWeek and beyond. #mileg

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For 365 days, it has sat on second reading, despite broad, bipartisan support. Representatives: Let's get this moving and get it done. #MILeg

An Inauspicious milestone: Today marks one year since legislation (HB 4070) that would ensure that children in Michigan have access to the legal representation they are entitled to under our Constitution stalled on the floor of the Michigan House. #MILeg

My next Community Conversation is this Saturday at the Royal Oak Senior Community Center. I hope to see you there! #mileg