Michigan Senate Democrats

06/20/2026

We’re expanding access to retirement savings across Michigan. This plan would give more than 1.5 million workers a simple way to start saving and build financial security over time.

Michigan Senate Democrats on Wednesday OK’d legislation to create state-managed retirement accounts for private sector employees without them.

06/19/2026

Juneteenth is both a celebration and a reminder of our continued responsibility to build a more just and equitable future. Michigan Senate Dems were proud to make Freedom Day an official state holiday and will keep doing the work to advance policies that promote fairness, opportunity, and dignity for all.

06/18/2026

From groceries to housing to health care, everything is getting more expensive. We want to hear directly from Michigan families as we continue our fight to build a Michigan people can actually afford.

Take our quick affordability survey to share your story:
👉senatedems.com/affordability-survey/

06/17/2026

Planning for retirement is part of long-term affordability. This legislation would make it easier for workers without employer plans to save, helping workers build stability and retire with dignity.

Legislation would offer future financial security to roughly 1.5 million Michiganders without access to a workplace retirement savings plan

06/16/2026

Happy 616 Day 🎉 Here’s a look at some standout moments across the 616 from Senate Majority Leader Winnie Brinks!

06/16/2026

Today, the Senate passed the Michigan Voting Rights Act.
A major step forward to strengthen protections and ensure every Michigander has fair access to the ballot.

06/15/2026

Senate Democrats passed a balanced, on-time budget focused on protecting people, lowering costs, and holding wealthy corporations accountable because Michigan families shouldn’t be footing the bill while corporations cut corners and raise prices.

06/14/2026

No community should have to face the tragedy of gun violence.

We’ve taken action to strengthen laws, support communities, and focus on prevention before tragedy happens.

06/13/2026

Michigan’s next “I Voted” sticker is up to you!
Voting is open through June 30. Pick your favorite and vote now.
http://michigan.gov/sos/elections/voting/i-voted-sticker-contest

06/12/2026

Women have always served our country — but they haven’t always been seen.

Commander Lo**ta Tucker, a U.S. Army veteran and the State Commander of Michigan’s Disabled American Veterans, helped change that — advocating for Michigan’s Women Veterans. She became the first woman veteran to receive her license plate.

Her service. Her story. Now visible.
https://www.michigan.gov/sos/resources/news/2025/11/14/new-license-plate-honoring-michigans-women-veterans-now-available