House Republicans passed HB 4160, which would effectively stop the state from adopting policies that are stricter than federal regulations. This is a blatant attempt to stop any regulations that Republicans do not agree with, even if they are legally implemented.

Shanah Tovah! Wishing all who celebrate a happy and healthy New Year!!

I joined my colleagues to introduce a Tenant Package that will make landlord-tenant laws more fair and enforceable. My bill HB4983 will extend the redemption period that a tenant can comply with a court judgment from 7 days to 14 days giving tenants breathing room when dealing with court proceedings

Congratulations to our September Business of the Month, White Bros. Music in Bath! This year marks their 50th anniversary, and I was honored to recognize their achievement with a Legislative Tribute and our September Business of the Month award!

Yesterday, I spoke out against HB4515. Despite costing the state millions, the legislation would have almost zero impact on actual Bridge card fraud. Instead, it will create unnecessary burdens for those struggling to make ends meet during a time where costs for essential goods continue to rise.

Congratulations to our September Teacher of the Month, Ms. Kristine Megge from Murphy Elementary in Haslett! It was great to be able to stop by her classroom, meet her amazing students, and present her with our September Teacher of the Month award!

Today, we remember the lives lost on 9/11 and honor the bravery of all first responders who run toward danger. I was honored to be able to invite James Ladiski, Deputy Chief of the ELFD, to join me during the House’s 9/11 remembrance ceremony, to honor and thank our state’s first responders.

I had the wonderful opportunity to attend last night’s East Lansing City Council meeting to present a tribute to Cathy DeShambo upon her retirement as the Director of the Parks, Recreation, and Arts Department. I was honored to thank her for her dedication and I wish her the best in her retirement!

The release of a 50th Birthday celebration book for Epstein that contains what appears to be a personalized message from Donald Trump feels like as good of a time as any to remind everyone that 24 of my Dem colleagues and I signed on to a letter to demand the public release of all the Epstein files.

Congratulations to our first Teacher of the Month for the 2025-26 school year, Mr. John Ferden from Oakview South Elementary in St. Johns! I was honored to be able to visit his class today to present him with our teacher of the month award, and wish his fifth graders an amazing school year!

House Republicans want to slash critical funding to Medicaid, food assistance, schools, and environmental protections. @mihousedems.bsky.social are fighting for a budget that lowers costs. Republicans want to call this a win, but their plan will only hurt Michigan families.

Thank you, Michigan AFL-CIO, for naming me your 2025 Legislator of the Year! I will work every day to live up to this immense honor. I look forward to the work ahead and the many things we can continue to accomplish together on behalf of Michigan workers.

Republican’s budget proposal would slash millions of dollars to EGLE, impacting hundreds of positions. These jobs are essential to protect our water quality, and ensure our environment is protected. This would also impact PFAS regulations, allowing PFAS to go unchecked in our communities.

Republicans say they cut waste from the budget. Not only did they not cut waste, they actually added waste into our water system by cutting $200 million from EGLE, $20 million for clean water and they weakened PFAS contamination standards. housedems.com/democratic-l...

Republican House Leadership wants to slash funding to necessary programs from food assistance to maternal and infant health, to public safety. This will cut critical funding that Michiganders rely on and does not reflect my values and the values of our communities.

Congrats to our August business of the month, Kymora Kandles! Lindsay has been delivering amazing candles since 2010, but opened her store in downtown St. John's in 2020, and now offers a variety of candles, Michigan-shaped air fresheners, and other gifts that are perfect for birthdays or holidays!

With less than an hour to review the 800 page budget proposal, Republicans are focused on pushing through a radical political agenda, while cutting funding for schools, healthcare and veterans. That isn't transparency, or good government. That's just politics, and Michiganders are tired of it.

Please join me at my next upcoming Community Conversation Hour on September 12th at Gumaer Park in Ovid! I look forward to updating you on our work in the Michigan Legislature, and answering any questions you may have on our state. I hope to see you there to enjoy some cider and donuts!

Let me be clear. I do not support or oppose ranked choice voting. Yesterday, I spoke to oppose HB 4707, which would ban ranked choice voting in Michigan. This bill is an attack on choice, local community control, and an attack on democracy itself. www.facebook.com/share/v/19v8...

Between tariff chaos raising prices, and leaderships failure to deliver a final budget to fund schools, Michigan Republicans are making back-to-school season a very anxious and costly time for families. @mihousedems.bsky.social won’t stop advocating for investments in our schools and communities.

Yesterday, I sent a letter signed by 24 of my Democratic colleagues to express my support for the public release of all government files related to Jeffrey Epstein. Despite sharing the letter with all 110 members of the Michigan House on August 7th, not one Republican signed on to the letter.

@mihousedems.bsky.social want to hear how we can best serve our communities. I am asking constituents to fill out a Vision Project Survey that is intended to capture feedback about our priorities and the most pressing needs in our state. Please follow the link below to fill out the survey!

Thank you to everyone that joined me at my Laingsburg Community Conversation Hour today!! Despite a little rain, we had a great turnout and discussed key issues regarding Medicaid, election integrity and community involvement. I look forward to hosting another community hour soon!

Congrats to our July Business of the Month, One North Kitchen & Bar in East Lansing! One North has been a local favorite for years, and they recently opened their newest location in East Lansing. Whether you stop by for a delicious meal, live music, or a trivia night, One North is the perfect spot!

Federal cuts are going to have a devastating impact for many Michiganders. That’s why it’s essential we pass a state budget that funds the programs our communities rely on, but House Republicans failed to negotiate and didn’t pass a budget by the July 1 deadline.

Please join me on Monday, July 28th in Laingsburg for a Community Conversation Hour! I have been going across the 75th District to hear from constituents, and I look forward to updating you, and answering any questions you may have about the Michigan Legislature. I hope to see you there!

I joined Rep. Bierlein to share a letter with the Michigan Congressional Delegation urging them to oppose a moratorium to regulate AI in the federal budget.If this moratorium were to be added again, it would restrict authorities from protecting our communities from the misuse and weaponization of AI

Speaker Hall tried to cram the entire budget process into one afternoon, and failed miserably. He took a political gamble by running up to the deadline of the budget process, and it is inexcusable that the price for that gamble will be paid by the schools, teachers and children of this state.

Yesterday, House Leadership refused to read @jasonmorganmi.bsky.social resolution declaring June as Pride Month in the State of Michigan. @mihousedems.bsky.social are fighting for all Michiganders to have the freedom to be who they are, and love who they want to love.

I had a wonderful visit from the Common Ground Resiliency Center and their adorable canine advocate. Common Ground’s Victim Assistance Program has been dedicated to supporting victims of mass violence events and I was honored to be able to speak about how the Legislature can support their programs.

Congress has introduced a moratorium that would restrict state legislatures from introducing legislation to regulate Al, and completely remove current protections. Please, call your Congressperson and Senators and tell them to oppose this moratorium on Al regulations.

SNAP provides necessary food assistance for some of our most vulnerable Michigan families, but Republicans want to slash benefits, making it harder to put food on the table. @mihousedems.bsky.social are committed to making sure that no one has to worry about where their next meal will come from.

This morning, I joined the Michigan Nonprofit Association for their breakfast with legislators event! It was a wonderful opportunity to hear from nonprofit leaders, community advocates, and constituents to discuss pressing issues affecting the non-profit sector.

Republicans are cutting Medicaid benefits that provide life-saving care for millions of Michiganders. These cuts will leave many without their necessary health coverage. @mihousedems.bsky.social are fighting for affordable healthcare because we know these cuts will hurt Michigan families.

Congratulations to our June Business of the Month, Rise Up Co. in St. John’s! Rise Up Co. is a wonderful storefront that has curated apparel, home decor, gifts, and more! I was honored to meet owner, Emily Baudoux and learn more about this fantastic woman-owned small business!

Thank you to everyone that was able to join Tanya Pratt and I this morning at our community conversation hour in Haslett! I look forward to hosting another community hour soon to hear more from the 75th District!

On Thursday, I testified on HBs 4047-4048 in the Senate Civil Rights, Judiciary and Public Safety Committee to share how the nonconsensual dissemination of intimate images has impacted Michiganders. I look forward to working with my colleagues in the Senate to pass this critical legislation.

Last night, shortly before 11pm, after 11 hours of waiting on the House Floor, Republicans passed a higher education budget that slashed funding to Michigan’s flagship universities. Earlier this week, they passed a school aid budget that takes billions away from K-12 classrooms.

@mihousedems.bsky.social are committed to funding our K-12 schools on time. We can’t afford to wait – our kids, teachers and parents need our support now. Our plan prioritizes literacy, teacher retention and CTE so our kids are set up for success. #MichEd

Please join me and Tanya Pratt at our Community Conversation Hour next Monday, June 16th at 10am at the Haslett Library! I look forward to updating you on my work in the Michigan Legislature and hearing updates on the Ingham County Commissioners office. I hope to see you there!

I attended the East Lansing City Council meeting to present a tribute to Fire Chief Dawn Carson upon her retirement. Chief Carson made history in 2022 by being appointed as the first female fire chief in East Lansing. I was honored to be able to thank her and wish her the best on her retirement.

Congratulations to our June Teacher of the Month, Ms. Missy Vitek, from St. Joseph Catholic School! Ms. Vitek has gone above and beyond for her 2nd graders, and I was honored to be able to visit her today to thank her for her dedication to our community.

Last week, I had the wonderful opportunity to join Governor Whitmer for a bill signing photo opportunity for the passing of House Bills 4127, 6052, and 6053. These laws will ensure that our elections are safe, secure, and accessible for every Michigan citizen.

I had a great meeting with members of the @minurses.bsky.social during their advocacy day today! I was glad to have the opportunity to meet with them and hear their thoughts on legislation affecting our nurses and healthcare professionals.

Yesterday, I had the opportunity of having two wonderful 2nd graders from St. Joseph Catholic School join me for a Day at the Capitol!! I was honored to have them join me in Lansing, and hope they had a great time visiting our Capitol!!

I had a packed schedule with constituent advocacy days today! I met with amazing organizations like Equality Michigan, the Property Managers Association, the Child Advocacy Center, Dan Henry Distributing, and even stopped by the Michigan Credit Union League Lunch!

I was honored to support @repmacdonell.bsky.social’a resolution to censure Rep. Shriver’s racist statements he made on the House floor last week. House Republicans need to denounce these comments, and focus on bettering the lives of every Michigander, instead of contributing to hateful rhetoric

Congrats to the East Lansing High School Men’s Basketball Team on winning their Division I State Championship!! I was honored to invite the team, coaches, and parents to the Capitol today to recognize their achievement with a Tribute, and congratulate them on a great season. Go Trojans!!

Last week on International Workers’ Day, I joined with a few of my @mihousedems.bsky.social colleagues to introduce a bill package that will expand workers’ rights and protect our workforce. I’m honored to join with my colleagues to work for a stronger workplace, and a stronger middle class.

I had a wonderful time touring the St. Johns Michigan Fire Department today with the new Fire Chief, Kevin Douglas! It was a great opportunity to see the behind the scenes work that our emergency service professionals do to serve our communities.