Senator Veronica Klinefelt

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We remain committed to lowering daily costs for working families. That's why we proposed creating a Prescription Drug Affordability Board (PDAB) to ensure fair and affordable drug pricing, helping Michiganders save money on essential medications.

Great conversations last night! Thank you to everyone who attended.

To those observing Lent, I hope you have a meaningful season filled with peace and spiritual reflection.

Ramadan Mubarak to all observing! 🌙

Cash aid for moms, babies launches in Detroit: Where it goes next In March, Rx Kids, the popular cash aid program is slated to grow across the rest of Michigan's Upper Peninsula.

Great news, Detroit! Enrollment is now open for Rx Kids—the nation’s first cash assistance program designed specifically for moms and babies. This proven, life‑changing program tackles poverty at its root and helps Michigan families thrive.

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Today, @miattygen.bsky.social Dana Nessel launched a new reporting form to collect information from residents regarding immigration action in Michigan. If you witness any misconduct by federal immigration agents, please report here forms.office.com/g/T6VLSzXRyE

Black history is American history. This Black History Month, we honor the brilliance, resilience, and countless contributions of Black Michiganders, Americans and leaders.

What’s happening in Minnesota and across the country is sickening. Masked agents, illegal arrests, reckless raids, and the killing of US citizens. The Trump administration’s tactics are terrorizing communities and making everyone less safe. They must be held accountable.
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🚨🚨Attention taxpayers! Last session, we secured one of the largest tax breaks in MI history, helping families save an average of $3,800 when combined with federal credits. When it comes to keeping more money in your pocket, we are making sure families get to keep more of what they earn.

What’s playing out in Minnesota and across the country is un-American. Sen. Anthony and Senate Dems are demanding accountability from the Trump administration, whose actions aren’t just putting people in danger — they’re costing lives.

Honoring the lives lost, the survivors, and the stories that must never be forgotten. On Holocaust Remembrance Day, Senator Jeremy Moss and MI Senate Dems reaffirm our responsibility to remember our history in order to be responsible stewards of our future.

It was an honor to join the Macomb County Ministerial Alliance in a very inspirational celebration of the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. this morning.

Illustration of Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Official Secretary of State seal Text: Honoring and remembering his legacy Part of a quote from Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. that says: Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere.

“Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere. We are caught in an inescapable network of mutuality tied in a single garment of destiny.“

Letter from a Birmingham Jail, 1963
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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...

The Michigan Senate Appropriations Committee heard testimony from nonprofits and local government entities who had around $645 million in funding cut by the Michigan House Appropriations Committee last week in a hearing that included no testimony or debate prior to the vote.

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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...

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These funds weren’t random add-ons; they were carefully negotiated, agreed upon, and included in previous bipartisan budgets.

In case you missed the coverage:

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🧵House Republicans decided the holiday season was the perfect time to rip $645 million away from programs that help Michigan’s kids, communities, and economy. Because nothing says “Happy Holidays” like gutting funding for moms, babies, veterans, and infrastructure.

We had a full house on Monday! Thank you to everyone who came to share their thoughts at our Community Conversation.

Woman Veteran license plate sample Line behind the plate with two white stars on each side Official Secretary of State seal Text: New license plate Available now at Michigan.gov/SOS

The Woman Veteran license plate is now available to order.

Women veterans are eligible for the plate who were members of any branch of the U.S. Armed Forces and have retired or been granted an honorable discharge.

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Illustration of a ballot box with a circled checkmark Text: Election Day November 4, 2025 Michigan.gov/Vote

Today is Election Day for Michigan communities in 72 counties! Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.

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Find your polling place, view a sample ballot and more at Michigan.gov/Vote, then get out and vote!

“Emergency funding exists for exactly this kind of crisis. If the reality of 42 million Americans going hungry, including 1.4 million Michiganders, isn’t an emergency, I don’t know what is. It is cruel, inhumane, and illegal to hold back emergency reserves while families struggle to put food on the table. I want to be clear: this is a choice the Trump Administration is making, but I will continue doing everything in my power to ensure the federal government does not turn its back on the people it is meant to serve," said Attorney General Dana Nessel. Read more at mi.gov/agnews Image: volunteers at a food bank

@miattygen.bsky.social Nessel joined a coalition of 22 other AGs & 3 governors today in filing a lawsuit against the USDA & its Sec. Brooke Rollins for unlawfully suspending SNAP, which helps more than 40M Americans buy food, due to the ongoing fed govt shutdown. ➡️ go.mi.gov/OlZAV1238

Emergency funding exists for exactly this kind of crisis. If the reality of 42 million Americans going hungry, including 1.4 million Michiganders, isn’t an emergency, I don’t know what is.
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Happy First Responders Day, Michigan! Bravery deserves backup — and this year’s budget delivers. We made critical investments in the equipment, training, and resources our first responders need to do their jobs safely and effectively.

Senate Majority Leader Brinks Celebrates Decisive Victory in “Hall Holdup” Lawsuit Senate Majority Leader Brinks Celebrates Decisive Victory in “Hall Holdup” Lawsuit

BREAKING: The Michigan Court of Appeals has sided with Senate Majority Leader Winnie Brinks. Speaker Matt Hall’s attempt to block nine bipartisan bills from the governor has failed. This ruling is clear: no one, especially no politician, is above the Constitution.

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Whitmer ceremonially signs road funding bill Gov. Whitmer took the opportunity to speak publicly to what she saw as wins from the budget process during stops in Flint, Clinton Township, and Kalamazoo.

"Every community deserves safe, reliable infrastructure they can count on. With this ongoing annual investment, we are working to ensure that all our roads — from major highways to neighborhood streets — are being maintained." - Senator Veronica Klinefelt

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for Science Lab updates, and Clintondale Community Schools to secure $1,000,000 for much needed flooding repairs.

This year’s process was mainly focused on safeguarding important services in the wake of federal cuts.

I will share more of my thoughts on the budget process in the days to come.

🧵This was a very lean budget year, but I was able to secure some badly needed infrastructure improvements and firefighter equipment.

I am proud to have worked with Matt Sahr and the MPFFU to secure $130,000 for the City of Eastpointe firefighters, Roseville Community Schools to secure $800,000