Senator Sam Singh (D-East Lansing) has the distinction of being the first Indian American elected to the Michigan Senate. He was elected to leadership by his peers, serving as the Majority Floor Leader, responsible for scheduling and managing the day-to-day operations of legislative movement during session.
Biography
He’s serving his first term in the Senate. He previously served three terms in the Michigan House of Representatives. Previous public service includes serving as East Lansing Mayor and as a member of the East Lansing City Council. In addition to public office, he was president and CEO of the Michigan Nonprofit Association, a senior consultant for the New Economy Initiative, and CEO of Public Policy Associates.
District
He represents the 28th Senate District in mid-Michigan. The district includes portions of Ingham, Clinton, and Shiawassee counties. The district includes portions of Lansing, East Lansing, DeWitt, and Williamston.
Committees
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- Oversight, Chair
- Energy and Environment, Majority Vice Chair
- Government Operations, Majority Vice Chair
- Natural Resources and Agriculture
- Regulatory Affairs
- Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy Subcommittee, Majority Vice Chair
- Agriculture and Natural Resources Subcommittee
- Universities and Community Colleges Subcommittees
We asked Senator Singh a few questions to learn more about him:
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- What’s your favorite travel destination outside of Michigan?
- A – Visiting friends in Chicago.
- What’s your favorite hobby other than politics?
- A – We love to travel and are always looking to explore new cities and countries.
- What did you want to be when you were a kid?
- A – An astronaut.
- What’s your favorite game to play or sport to watch and/or play?
- A – I love to watch college basketball, especially MSU. Go Green!
- What’s your favorite travel destination outside of Michigan?
