by Liz Gullett | Jan 30, 2026 | Liz Gullett
On Tuesday, residents of the 35th Michigan Senate District will head to the polls to vote in a special primary election. The Democratic and Republican Primary Election winners will face off at the Special General Election to be held on May 5. The seat has been open...
by Liz Gullett | Jan 30, 2026 | Liz Gullett
Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced changes in leadership at the Department of Technology, Management, and Budget (DTMB) and the Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency (MVAA). DTMB: Kyle Guerrant, current deputy state budget director, will serve as acting director of the...
by Liz Gullett | Jan 30, 2026 | Liz Gullett
Bipartisan legislation aimed at curbing human trafficking in Michigan was unanimously passed by the Senate this week. Earlier this term, a bipartisan group of lawmakers worked with Attorney General Dana Nessel to develop and introduce the legislation. Key Points:...
by Liz Gullett | Jan 30, 2026 | Liz Gullett
This week, the Senate Finance, Insurance, and Consumer Protection Committee heard testimony on bipartisan legislation creating protections for those with medical debt. In Michigan alone, approximately 700,000 people have medical debt, while the number nationwide grows...
by Liz Gullett | Jan 30, 2026 | Liz Gullett
The House and Senate are scheduled to hold their typical Tuesday – Thursday session schedule. On Tuesday, February 3, a special primary election will be held in the 35th Michigan Senate District. On Tuesday, February 3, State Superintendent Dr. Glenn Maleyko will...
by Liz Gullett | Jan 29, 2026 | Liz Gullett
Senator John Cherry (D-Flint) is serving his first term in the Michigan Senate, after serving two terms in the Michigan House of Representatives. Prior to his election to the legislature, he served in the Michigan Department of Natural Resources and was vice chair of...