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We’re thrilled to host @miattygen.bsky.social Dana Nessel and partners to discuss hunger and how federal threats to programs like SNAP affect families. Many thanks to the AG for her continued fight for Michiganders! #mlpp #ProtectSNAP

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League weighs in on U.S. Senate passage of federal funding deal that leaves out enhanced premium tax credits for health care coverage – MLPP FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 11, 2025 Contact: Laura Millard Ross lauramr@mlpp.org 517-281-1084 League weighs in on U.S. Senate passage of federal funding deal that leaves out enhanced premium tax c...

🔥New Statement🔥
League weighs in on U.S. Senate passage of federal funding deal that leaves out enhanced premium tax credits for health care coverage.

Read full statement: bit.ly/4oBETDn
#mlpp #healthcare #SNAP

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Jinkies! Uncovering the truth behind the Invest in MI Kids spooky tales – MLPP Today’s blog is co-authored by League Fiscal Policy Analyst Nicholas Hess and League Education Policy Analyst Alexandra Stamm. ‘Tis the spooky season again — one of our favorites! Halloween’s atmosphe...

Like, zoinks! 🎃
Scare tactics are being used to mystify voters on the Invest in MI Kids ballot initiative. Read the latest column from our team of data analysts: bit.ly/3LxEFhH
#mlpp #mileg

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💡 Did you know?
One in four children in Michigan lives in a household that spends more than 30% of their monthly income on housing costs. Read the League’s policy recommendations for Michigan’s family economic security: sholink.to/2025databook
#KidsCountMI #mlpp #mileg

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Federal budget cuts are not the only risk to a vibrant future for children in Michigan. The continued failure to pass a state budget threatens to deepen these harms. #mlpp

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It’s time for Michigan to adopt a pro-kid agenda – MLPP A version of this column originally appeared in Michigan Advance. At the League, we know kids and their families come first when making budget and policy decisions, and the Michigan they inherit will ...

🔥 Read the latest column by Kids Count Policy Director @annekuhnen.bsky.social :
bit.ly/3KCq9EX

#KidsCountMI #mlpp

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So, if Michigan has the resources for a strong economy, what is holding us back? Read more about the many ways Michigan could adapt to its evolving workforce: bit.ly/46wGi7q

#mlpp #mileg

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Michigan House GOP budget lacks transparency, puts basic services Michiganders rely upon at risk – MLPP For Immediate Release August 26, 2025 Contact: Laura Millard Ross lauramr@mlpp.org 517-281-1084 Michigan House GOP budget lacks transparency, puts basic services Michiganders rely upon at risk Budget ...

🔥New Statement 🔥
Michigan House GOP budget lacks transparency, puts basic services Michiganders rely upon at risk.
Read full statement: bit.ly/47M86po
#mileg #mlpp

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✅ It's Fact Sheet Friday✅
The Stakes Are High! Michigan must protect the more than 738,000 immigrants who call this state home.
💯 Get the facts: bit.ly/40Zz2Ot
#mlpp #mileg

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The fight is not over in wake of passage of harmful federal Republican Megabill – MLPP This past July 4 — as many people across our state and country were celebrating the official birth of our nation with cookouts, lake days and fireworks — an unconscionable federal Republican Megabill ...

"It’s time to let your lawmakers know what you think about their vote on the so-called 'big, beautiful bill.'"
#mileg #mlpp

Read the latest column by League President and CEO @monique-stanton.bsky.social : mlpp.org/the-fight-is...

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#mileg #mlpp

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Let’s Close the Age of Austerity – MLPP A version of this column originally appeared in The Alpena News. It’s July 2, and do you know where our state budget is?  It’s still stuck in negotiations. And it’s odd; we’ve heard so much about how ...

"Increasing funding for one priority will come at the expense of another...because we’ve operated in this age of austerity for so long, we think this is the only way to balance the budget."

Read the latest column by Fiscal Policy and Government Relations Director Rachel Richards
#mlpp #Mileg

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Floating, but grounded: A journey into data, equity and advocacy – MLPP I have always found comfort in the “floating rock” mentality, the idea that, in the grand scheme of the universe, nothing really matters. But as a Black woman from Detroit’s east side, I have also lea...

Danielle Taylor-Basemore is the League's new Development Data and Stewardship Coordinator. Read her first blog recounting a canvassing gig in the summer of 2022 that lead her to the doorstep of a new perspective: bit.ly/3HXLMi0
#mlpp

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Energy assistance keeps Michiganders warm, healthy and safe – MLPP A version of this column originally appeared in The Alpena News. President Donald Trump recently released a “skinny budget,” an overview of his priorities for federal spending in the upcoming fiscal y...

🚨New Blog
"For struggling families, the burden of energy costs can be crushing. Housing, including utilities, is considered affordable if it costs no more than 30% of household income."

Read the latest column from Senior Policy Analyst
@jc4policy.bsky.social

#housing #LIHEAP #mlpp

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You're Invited!
Register for Virtual Advocacy Boot Camp before 6/27: bit.ly/virtualbootcamp2025

On Thursday, July 17th network with other change makers and strategize ways we can continue to make our state a place for ALL to thrive! #mlpp

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League raises alarm on education-related House budget bills that disregard needs of Michigan students – MLPP For Immediate Release June 11, 2025 Contact: Laura Millard Ross lauramr@mlpp.org (517) 281-1084 League raises alarm on education-related House budget bills that disregard needs of Michigan students Bi...

"At first glance, we see an increased investment in schools. But when we peel back the initial pages, what we see is an overcomplicated, unsustainable set of bills that neglect the needs of students and schools."

Read full statement: bit.ly/3SMRRzW
#mlpp #mileg

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Got 7 minutes? Check out this interview👀
Watch: www.youtube.com/watch?v=YXOH...

League President & CEO @monique-stanton.bsky.social sat down with Zoe Clark from @michiganpublic.bsky.social at last week's Mackinac Policy Conference. #mlpp

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🚨Virtual Advocacy Bootcamp🚨
Register before June 27: bit.ly/virtualbootcamp2025

Michigan — You're invited to leverage your power and join the League for our Virtual Advocacy Boot Camp from the comfort of your own home!

When: Thursday, July 17 from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
#mlpp

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The Vital Role of Medicaid and School-Based Health Centers for Michigan Youth – MLPP More than a quarter of young people in Michigan have at least one diagnosed mental health condition — underscoring the critical role school-based health centers (SBHCs) play in meeting the growing dem...

⭐️New Blog Alert⭐️
"The Vital Role of Medicaid and School-Based Health Centers for Michigan Youth" by Senior Policy Analyst Amber Bellazaire

mlpp.org/the-vital-ro...

#protectmicare #mlpp

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Transgender youth, like all young people, deserve the opportunity to thrive both in the classroom and in school-sponsored activities and athletics.

Read full testimony from @alexandra-stamm.bsky.social : mlpp.org/wp-content/u...

#protecttranskids #k12education #mileg #mlpp #lgbt

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Fighting hunger with school meals – MLPP A version of this column originally appeared in The Alpena News. With development of the state’s budget for 2025-2026 in full swing, we at the Michigan League for Public Policy are joining the America...

🔥New Blog Alert🔥
Fighting hunger with school meals (5 minute read)
Blog by: @jc4policy.bsky.social, Senior Policy Analyst
Read: mlpp.org/fighting-hun...
#mlpp #snapmatters #MIBudget #TheAlpenaNews

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Every Kid Counts: Why the Fight for a Fair 2030 Census Matters More Than Ever – MLPP A version of this column originally appeared in Michigan Advance. The first United States Census was taken at the dawn of the nation in 1790, under George Washington’s presidency and then-Secretary of...

"Protecting our data is protecting our democracy, and we must act to ensure that every person is seen, valued and counted."

Read the latest column from the League's Kids Count Data Analyst Kelli Bowers: bit.ly/4jJAdsF

#mlpp #USCensus #EqualRepresentation

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🎉 Big congratulations to our Fiscal Policy Government Relations Director @rachelthewonk.bsky.social on being selected to serve on the newly launched Michigan Legislative Exchange Program (MILE) advisory board! 🏆
Read full statement: bit.ly/3Eor3T5
#MILE #MLPP #Bipartisanship

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Read the latest statement on HB 4338-4342 from League President & CEO Monique Stanton bit.ly/3YNQUum
#mileg #mlpp

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Federal cuts jeopardize Michiganders The federal government is the largest employer in the state of Michigan. The government employs over 54,000 people in the state alone, more than any of “The Big Three” automakers or any of the health ...

Federal cuts jeopardize Michiganders #mlpp
www.thealpenanews.com/opinion/edit...

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League denounces harmful budget plan that the U.S. House passed this morning

Read: mlpp.org/league-denou...
#mlpp

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🚨Advocacy Boot Camp Alert🚨

What: Network with other change makers and strategize ways we can continue to make the 313 and our state a more equitable place for all to thrive!
Where: Detroit, MI
When: Register before May 1st
docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
#mlpp

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The League is hiring a Development Data and Stewardship Coordinator! Applicants must live in Michigan. #mlpp

Apply before April 21: mlpp.org/now-hiring-d...

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Don't think your district will be impacted by cuts to Medicaid?

Get the facts: mlpp.org/medicaid-in-...

Find your district: mlpp.org/medicaid-in-...

#Mihealth #ProtectMedicaid #Mileg #mlpp

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The League Condemns Efforts to Dismantle U.S. Department of Education
Read full statement: bit.ly/4hq8xqI
Get the facts: bit.ly/4l0mEpx
#mileg #mlpp #mieducation

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