State Representative Denise Mentzer

05/28/2026

Mackinac Policy Conference and the bill signing for the $152m for Selfridge. Great day for Macomb and for Michigan!

05/27/2026

Very proud, and totally surprised to have received the Board of Directors award. I worked with Traci Smith to protect against Michigan DHHS efforts to privatize mental health services.

Thank you to everyone who joined us at our 2026 Mental Health Matters Awards last week! We are overwhelmed by the display of togetherness in this fight to improve mental health and access to quality support across our community.

Shoutout to our nine Mental Health Champions on their awards – thank you for all that you do!

05/25/2026

Today, we pause to remember and honor the men and women who gave their lives defending our freedom. Their sacrifice is a meaningful reminder of the cost of liberty and the service it takes to protect it.

We are grateful for their courage and for the families who continue to carry their memory forward each day.

05/21/2026

Michigan’s Selfridge Air National Guard Base is officially moving forward with critical upgrades as it prepares for its new F-15EX fighter mission. With the Michigan Senate’s approval of a $152 million supplemental budget, following earlier action in the House, this funding will support essential runway and taxiway improvements to ensure Selfridge remains mission-ready for years to come.

I was proud to support this investment, and I will always stand up for Selfridge. The base plays a vital role right here in our district, not only in strengthening our national defense, but also in supporting good-paying jobs and driving economic activity throughout our community.

This is a significant step forward in securing the long-term future of Selfridge and keeping Macomb County at the forefront of military readiness and innovation.

05/19/2026

Last week I was proud to speak on a resolution recognizing the impact of arts for health initiatives and their role in improving mental health outcomes.

Across our state and country, too many people are facing challenges with anxiety, depression, and trauma. This resolution highlights how access to the arts can serve as a powerful tool to support emotional well-being, reduce isolation, and provide meaningful outlets for healing and connection.

Programs rooted in creativity and community can make a real difference, especially when they are accessible and inclusive for people of all ages and backgrounds.

05/17/2026

Spent Armed Forces Day at Selfridge while celebrating A Salute to Veterans weekend. There was a replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall. The Plymouth Fife and Drums Corps performed to great applause. And there were re-enactors from the Revolutionary War to the Global War on Terror. Proud to be an American!

05/16/2026

Last night I joined my good colleague Jaime Green at a fundraiser for Hooah Inc. This annual event helps Veterans struggling with PTSD and meets the needs of active duty, Veterans and families at all levels. No request is too big or too small. Since 09/11/2001 nearly 125,000 Veterans have committed su***de.

05/14/2026

Yesterday it was a lot of fun to participate in the 4th Annual Legislative Softball game, raising money for the Boys and Girls Club of Lansing.

Of course, I had to carry on my tradition of Heckling all players with my homemade signs. No one is safe when I'm on that field.

Also, Democrats won this year!!

05/11/2026

05/08/2026