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Official page of the Michigan State Senate Democratic Caucus. Twenty members strong, we lead with a #MajorityForThePeople. #MILeg
🔉🔉Tune in: Senate Majority Leader Winnie Brinks lays out the move by House Republicans to slash more than half a billion dollars in already approved funding for critical state projects didn’t just shortchange communities across Michigan - it blindsided their own caucus.
January 16, 2026 at 9:18 PM
🔉🔉Tune in: Senate Majority Leader Winnie Brinks lays out the move by House Republicans to slash more than half a billion dollars in already approved funding for critical state projects didn’t just shortchange communities across Michigan - it blindsided their own caucus.
More Michiganders will be uninsured this year due to the expiration of the ACA tax credits at the start of the year. When more people are uninsured, premiums rise across the board for everyone. Michigan simply can't afford DC Republicans inaction and we are already starting to pay the price. 🔗🔗
40,000 fewer Michiganders seek Affordable Care Act health insurance - Bridge Michigan
About 40,000 fewer state residents are signing up through HealthCare.gov, as health care subsidies expire and premiums increase.
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January 16, 2026 at 7:23 PM
More Michiganders will be uninsured this year due to the expiration of the ACA tax credits at the start of the year. When more people are uninsured, premiums rise across the board for everyone. Michigan simply can't afford DC Republicans inaction and we are already starting to pay the price. 🔗🔗
Republicans in Washington and here in Lansing are refusing to rein in the skyrocketing cost of health care. Senator Darrin Camilleri makes the call loud and clear: health care costs are out control and it's time to come together to deliver a solution.
January 15, 2026 at 10:31 PM
Republicans in Washington and here in Lansing are refusing to rein in the skyrocketing cost of health care. Senator Darrin Camilleri makes the call loud and clear: health care costs are out control and it's time to come together to deliver a solution.
This week, the AG declared that the political tactics House Republicans used to strip critical funding from projects across Michigan are unconstitutional. Now, the communities across the state who were promised this crucial funding, only to have it ripped away, can finally be made whole.
Unconstitutional: Nessel says $645M Michigan House GOP project cuts violated separation of powers • Michigan Advance
Updated at 1:10 p.m. The drastic work project cuts made by House Republican appropriations chair Rep. Ann Bollin, and championed by House Speaker Matt Hall, were accomplished through an unconstitution...
michiganadvance.com
January 10, 2026 at 8:42 PM
This week, the AG declared that the political tactics House Republicans used to strip critical funding from projects across Michigan are unconstitutional. Now, the communities across the state who were promised this crucial funding, only to have it ripped away, can finally be made whole.
Championed by Senator Erika Geiss, Michigan has taken real action to close gaps in maternal health by investing in doula services for moms and babies - a step towards fairer, healthier births across the state.
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Michigan pays $3.5M for doulas so low-income moms have healthy births
To combat its high infant mortality rate, the state is reimbursing birth professionals to help expectant mothers. And outcomes are improving.
www.detroitnews.com
January 9, 2026 at 5:25 PM
Championed by Senator Erika Geiss, Michigan has taken real action to close gaps in maternal health by investing in doula services for moms and babies - a step towards fairer, healthier births across the state.
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Last month House Republicans slashed over half a billion dollars in approved state funding for crucial programs and projects across the state. With yesterday's finding by the Attorney General, this funding will be restored and can go back to helping the Michigan communities that depend on it.
January 8, 2026 at 4:41 PM
Last month House Republicans slashed over half a billion dollars in approved state funding for crucial programs and projects across the state. With yesterday's finding by the Attorney General, this funding will be restored and can go back to helping the Michigan communities that depend on it.
As Michiganders rang in 2026, many were met with a harsh reality - skyrocketing health insurance premiums. With ACA subsidies expiring on the 1st, MI families are left footing the bill, while DC Republicans prioritize billionaires over working people.
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Michiganders brace for higher health insurance premiums this new year
Insurance navigators across Michigan are urging residents to review their coverage.
michiganindependent.com
January 8, 2026 at 3:57 PM
As Michiganders rang in 2026, many were met with a harsh reality - skyrocketing health insurance premiums. With ACA subsidies expiring on the 1st, MI families are left footing the bill, while DC Republicans prioritize billionaires over working people.
michiganindependent.com/health-care/...
michiganindependent.com/health-care/...
Great news for Michigan families - Rx Kids is officially expanding into Detroit! This program has been life changing for so many families across our state and will be pivotal in addressing childhood poverty at its root for Detroit families.
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Pregnant moms in Detroit to get $1,500, then $500 monthly with Rx Kids
Rx Kids, a program that offers pregnant moms cash assistance, is growing quickly in Michigan. It will come to Detroit next.
www.freep.com
January 7, 2026 at 11:31 PM
Great news for Michigan families - Rx Kids is officially expanding into Detroit! This program has been life changing for so many families across our state and will be pivotal in addressing childhood poverty at its root for Detroit families.
🔗🔗Learn more: www.freep.com/story/news/l...
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BREAKING: Senate Majority Leader Winnie Brinks responds to the Attorney General’s ruling this morning, declaring last month’s reckless political maneuver by House Republicans that gut critical funding for projects and programs across Michigan is unconstitutional.
January 7, 2026 at 5:09 PM
BREAKING: Senate Majority Leader Winnie Brinks responds to the Attorney General’s ruling this morning, declaring last month’s reckless political maneuver by House Republicans that gut critical funding for projects and programs across Michigan is unconstitutional.
MI families are starting 2026 seeing their health care premiums skyrocket from what they paid last year. The lapse of ACA subsidies on New Year’s Day means thousands of MI families won't be able to afford health insurance, while Washington Republicans continue to side with billionaires.
January 6, 2026 at 6:45 PM
MI families are starting 2026 seeing their health care premiums skyrocket from what they paid last year. The lapse of ACA subsidies on New Year’s Day means thousands of MI families won't be able to afford health insurance, while Washington Republicans continue to side with billionaires.
The MI House GOP’s $645M spending cuts gutted programs for kids with cancer, Flint residents recovering from lead poisoning, and struggling families - a devastating blow to those who need help most. Read more about Michiganders affected by these reckless cuts:
www.detroitnews.com/story/news/p...
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December 23, 2025 at 7:30 PM
The MI House GOP’s $645M spending cuts gutted programs for kids with cancer, Flint residents recovering from lead poisoning, and struggling families - a devastating blow to those who need help most. Read more about Michiganders affected by these reckless cuts:
www.detroitnews.com/story/news/p...
www.detroitnews.com/story/news/p...
This year, we were proud to deliver a school aid budget that builds futures - one kid at a time. From record per-pupil investment to securing free school meals so no kid has to learn on an empty stomach, we are investing in what matters.
December 23, 2025 at 6:43 PM
This year, we were proud to deliver a school aid budget that builds futures - one kid at a time. From record per-pupil investment to securing free school meals so no kid has to learn on an empty stomach, we are investing in what matters.
2 weeks ago, House Republicans slashed funding the Hamtramck Fire Department was counting on for a desperately needed new fire pumper. When elected leaders make bad policy, regular Michiganders suffer the consequences.
December 22, 2025 at 8:12 PM
2 weeks ago, House Republicans slashed funding the Hamtramck Fire Department was counting on for a desperately needed new fire pumper. When elected leaders make bad policy, regular Michiganders suffer the consequences.
Senator John Cherry on House Republicans’ reckless move slashing more than half a billion in funding for Michigan communities, including stripping funding from lead-poisoned kids in Flint.
December 19, 2025 at 11:51 PM
Senator John Cherry on House Republicans’ reckless move slashing more than half a billion in funding for Michigan communities, including stripping funding from lead-poisoned kids in Flint.
While people from across the state were testifying about the need for critical funding for kids with cancer, child abuse victims, and public safety, House Republicans were in the next room bragging about slashing it.
December 19, 2025 at 9:54 PM
While people from across the state were testifying about the need for critical funding for kids with cancer, child abuse victims, and public safety, House Republicans were in the next room bragging about slashing it.
When asked by reporters about the lack of outreach prior to the cuts, Hall indicated that wasn’t their concern.
“I don’t think that our caucus has a responsibility to reach out to these groups,” Hall said.
“I don’t think that our caucus has a responsibility to reach out to these groups,” Hall said.
Michigan Senate committee hears details on negative impacts of House GOP work project cuts • Michigan Advance
The Michigan Senate Appropriations Committee heard testimony from leaders of nonprofits and local government entities who had around $645 million in funding cut by the Michigan House Appropriations Co...
michiganadvance.com
December 19, 2025 at 2:22 PM
When asked by reporters about the lack of outreach prior to the cuts, Hall indicated that wasn’t their concern.
“I don’t think that our caucus has a responsibility to reach out to these groups,” Hall said.
“I don’t think that our caucus has a responsibility to reach out to these groups,” Hall said.
House Republicans apparently not losing any sleep over cutting funding for kids with cancer.
December 18, 2025 at 7:44 PM
House Republicans apparently not losing any sleep over cutting funding for kids with cancer.
Last night, we voted to restore critical funding that House Republicans ripped away from Michigan kids, families, and communities. Government should honor its commitments and we’re taking action to make the people who were counting on this funding whole.
December 17, 2025 at 10:39 PM
Last night, we voted to restore critical funding that House Republicans ripped away from Michigan kids, families, and communities. Government should honor its commitments and we’re taking action to make the people who were counting on this funding whole.
Senator Darrin Camilleri condemns House Republicans for slashing over half a billion dollars from Michigan communities, and for caving to Speaker Matt Hall instead of protecting their own districts. This isn’t leadership. It’s partisan games that hurt the people who matter most: Michigan families.
December 17, 2025 at 7:12 PM
Senator Darrin Camilleri condemns House Republicans for slashing over half a billion dollars from Michigan communities, and for caving to Speaker Matt Hall instead of protecting their own districts. This isn’t leadership. It’s partisan games that hurt the people who matter most: Michigan families.
Last week, House Republicans voted to slash funding to help feed seniors and support victims of child abuse. They want to keep millions of dollars for wealthy corporations and projects in their own districts. MI Senate Dems are holding them accountable for this blatant and reckless power grab.
Programs to feed seniors, help child abuse victims face setbacks after Michigan Republicans halt grant money
House GOP leadership has said the $645 million funding halt is part of an effort to cut waste and fraud in government.
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December 17, 2025 at 5:35 PM
Last week, House Republicans voted to slash funding to help feed seniors and support victims of child abuse. They want to keep millions of dollars for wealthy corporations and projects in their own districts. MI Senate Dems are holding them accountable for this blatant and reckless power grab.
“MI Sen Dems are not going to sit idly by and watch as kids battling cancer, new moms struggling to make ends meet, and the communities we love and live in take the hit as House Republicans cruelly toy with their lives and the rule of law.” — Leader Winnie Brinks
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Senate Democrats Ask AG Nessel to Weigh in on Legality of House Republicans’ Unprecedented Funding Cuts
Senate Democrats Ask AG Nessel to Weigh in on Legality of House Republicans’ Unprecedented Funding Cuts
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December 17, 2025 at 3:02 PM
“MI Sen Dems are not going to sit idly by and watch as kids battling cancer, new moms struggling to make ends meet, and the communities we love and live in take the hit as House Republicans cruelly toy with their lives and the rule of law.” — Leader Winnie Brinks
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Senator Jeremy Moss on House Republicans’ move slashing hundreds of millions in funding for kids with cancer, food assistance for seniors, and support for child abuse victims.
December 16, 2025 at 10:58 PM
Senator Jeremy Moss on House Republicans’ move slashing hundreds of millions in funding for kids with cancer, food assistance for seniors, and support for child abuse victims.
“The money they have cut is the money we are using, right now, for vital support for Michigan families," said Dr. Mona Hanna regarding the reckless Republican cuts.
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RxKids ‘in limbo,’ Flint reeling over surprise cuts by House Republicans - Bridge Michigan
Plans to expand a cash assistance program for new and expecting mothers are now ‘in limbo’ after Michigan House Republicans unexpectedly canceled previously approved spending, according to Dr. Mona Ha...
bridgemi.com
December 12, 2025 at 7:26 PM
“The money they have cut is the money we are using, right now, for vital support for Michigan families," said Dr. Mona Hanna regarding the reckless Republican cuts.
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“In my entire time living and working in Lansing, I have never seen anything as deliberately cruel and downright disgusting as what House Republicans did yesterday..."
December 12, 2025 at 5:59 PM
“In my entire time living and working in Lansing, I have never seen anything as deliberately cruel and downright disgusting as what House Republicans did yesterday..."