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❓Think you're all caught up on last month's legislative updates from the League? Read more: mlpp.org/under-the-do...

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👏Welcome, @mkatep.bsky.social to the League! As our new Chief Development Officer, Kate brings her knowledge of fundraising, management and civics to the new role. Read Kate's full bio here: mlpp.org/staff/

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Join us on 3/13 for a powerful conversation about the importance of creating economic justice amid federal threats to the programs that matter to our communities. #economicjustice4all 🎟️Register before 3/7: bit.ly/2025mlppforum 📆Join our growing list of sponsors: mlpp.org/public-polic... See more

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OP-ED: Protecting Medicaid protects Michigan www.detroitnews.com/story/opinio... #MichiganHospitals #Mileg

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Get the latest #SaveSNAP content from the League! ☎️ Call 202-224-3121. An operator will connect you with your member of Congress. 📈 The Stakes Are High Factsheet: bit.ly/4h1iiv6 🟥 Federal Threats to Social Safety Net (5 minute read): bit.ly/41gnKVh

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We're posting live tonight as @biggretchenwhitmer.bsky.social delivers her #MISOTS 2025. Are you ready to hear what's next for Michigan? Watch the address here in just a few minutes: youtu.be/vPVX29s__L0 #mileg

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Homelessness reached a record high in 2024. Now, the Trump administration plans to fire half the staff of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), making it impossible for communities to access (approved) federal investments needed as a result of housing insecurity.

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Got a minute? 📫 Email your member of congress demanding they protect medicaid for millions of Michiganders. Link to action: secure.everyaction.com/W1bdBc_nAka7... #mileg #handsoffmedicaid #protectmedicaid

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We're on the lookout 👀 mlpp.org/the-peoples-... The People's Budget lays out how we can make sure Michiganders in every county and in every legislative district to be able to see a doctor, put food on their table and keep a roof over their head.

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Thank you @bridgemi.com, defender sponsor for our the 2025 Public Policy Forum! 🎟️Register to join us: bit.ly/2025mlppforum 📆Join our growing list of sponsors: bit.ly/3XdFM9C

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Passage of bills last night will water down worker protections set to take effect today under a Michigan Supreme Court ruling #mileg Read our statement: mlpp.org/league-voice...

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Yesterday, the Michigan Immigration Rights Center recieved a notice to stop work on the Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR)’s unaccompanied child legal services program. This will affect vulnerable children and families across the nation. 🔗 Read more: conta.cc/41kcyrM

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MLPP participated in a press conference in support of earned paid sick time protections for working Michiganders. Lawmakers and statewide advocacy organizations urged #mileg to let the earned paid sick time protections take effect this Friday as ordered by the Michigan Supreme Court.

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🚨 TAKE ACTION NOW: The Executive Branch is expected to terminate half of all employees at HUD. Urge your Members of Congress to protect HUD programs and staff: bit.ly/4i2bxKF

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For today's Fact Sheet Friday, we have a double feature! The Stakes Are High! Check out the League's analysis on the impact of federally-funded programs in Michigan. SNAP 101: mlpp.org/the-stakes-a... Medicaid 101: mlpp.org/the-stakes-a... #handsoffmedicaid ##HandsOffSNAP #TaxValentines

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The House and Senate have voted to undermine the hard-fought rights that Michigan workers deserve — rights those workers were expecting to take effect in just one week. #mileg Read full statement: mlpp.org/league-oppos...

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Thank you to Gabe Gonzalez, Senior Director of State Campaigns, @EconomicSecProj for being a 2025 Public Policy Forum Panelist! 🎟️Register to join us: bit.ly/2025mlppforum 📆Join our growing list of sponsors: bit.ly/4jFL6w5

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Looking for something? 👀 Here is a feed with the latest buzz inside the Michigan Legislature. Want to join the feed, just include #mileg in your post or pin this feed to your profiles. Link to feed: bsky.app/profile/did:... Disclaimer: The League does not endorse posts displayed in this feed.

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The Michigan League for Public Policy opposes Senate Bill 8 which will retain the tipped wage in Michigan. #MiLeg Read the testimony: mlpp.org/.../02/testi...

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Opinion: Why restaurant owner supports scheduled wage increases, paid sick time www.bridgemi.com/guest-commen... via @bridgemi.com

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#mileg This resolution subverts local control, makes it harder for communities to provide for their residents, attacks basic human rights and possibly sets the state up for a government shutdown. Read our testimony: mlpp.org/wp-content/u...

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HEY. MORNING MICHIGAN FOLKS cause I shared this last night but you might've missed it, please take a few minutes to email your #mileg lawmakers ty.

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Applications are now being accepted for the next Leaders in Policy Advocacy (LIPA) Cohort! www.michiganallianceforfamilies.org/lipa/ This is a six-month hybrid training featuring a diverse group of disability experts. Training topics include:

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Happy Fact Sheet Friday! Read Fact Sheet: bit.ly/4guOPtl This publication from @familiesusa.bsky.social comes on the heels of the organization’s recent letter with 344 organizations urging Congress to protect and strengthen Medicaid.

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Nearly 1.5 million births across the U.S. were covered by Medicaid. Funding cuts could devastate children’s futures. Protect Medicaid. Call your member of Congress at 866-426-2631!

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The Michigan League for Public Policy strongly opposes Senate Bill 15 and is urging lawmakers to uphold the earned paid sick time policy slated to take effect later this month as ruled on by the Michigan Supreme Court. #mileg bit.ly/3CNlSej

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Gov. Whitmer’s budget includes many solid investments in Michiganders, anticipated federal cuts underscore the importance of centering people’s critical needs #mileg bit.ly/416Wdpp

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Thank you to Michigan Immigrant Rights Center, Michigan Nonprofit Association, Michigan Community Action and NASW-Michigan, advocate sponsors for our 2025 Public Policy Forum! Register to join us: bit.ly/2025mlppforum Join our growing list of sponsors: mlpp.org/public-polic...

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Want to learn more about the role of Medicaid in rural America? Join @momsrising.bsky.social @georgetownccf.bsky.social @campaign4kids.bsky.social When: Wednesday Feb 2, 2025 at 2:00 PM EST Where: @momsrising.bsky.social #MedicaidMatters #RuralHealth #WellnessWed

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As we face more threats each day, and as confusion grows around the nation, the League will continue to fight to protect Michiganders. One priority: Making sure all Michiganders have access to high-quality healthcare. #protectmedicaid #protectourcare #ACA bit.ly/40FTQt8 @protectourcare.org

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Now speaking: @monique-stanton.bsky.social , the League's President & CEO. "We're proud to be part of this coalition of over 100 that are dedicated to protecting paid sick time and minimum wage here in Michigan.

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Up now, Chris White of Restaurant Opportunities Michigan. "There is bipartisan support for this policy because it will create a stronger workforce. For the restaurant industry, it reduces turnover and strengthens the industry. It turns it from 'just a job' to a career path." #mileg

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There are so many powerful speakers here today and we'll be sure to share all of their comments soon...fingers are cold and we're getting to as many as we can!

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