Rep. Alexander and Jackson Chamber of Commerce members discuss Covid challenges
Every day across Jackson County, people from all walks of life wake up, go to work and play by the rules to earn a living, help create jobs and make our area a better place to live.
Small business isn't about numbers. It's about people, jobs, opportunity and community.
I was fortnate to stop by the Jackson Chamber of Commerce recently to talk with local small business owners who are working hard to adapt to the challenges brought on by this pandemic. Here are their stories...
Rep. Alexander: HELP MICHIGAN FAMILIES NOW!
I am urging Michigan’s Unemployment Insurance Agency to immediately help families in need!
The UIA has been unable to help tens of thousands of laid-off workers receive the unemployment benefits they deserve, and the agency has had repeated problems with its phone and online claim filing system.
I have communicated in every imaginable way with anyone in the state unemployment department and the governor’s office who will listen, yet too many cases remain open. As a mother and grandmother, I want all families to know that I hear your concerns – you have your children to take care of. I understand that, and I want you to know your voices matter!
Rep. Julie Alexander: Double Up Food Bucks for Michigan Residents in Need
#DoubleUpFoodBucks is a new option for families who use a Bridge Card and need an extra hand up! You can double your purchasing power when buying Michigan-grown fruits and vegetables.
For every dollar you spend with a Bridge Card on Michigan-grown fruits and vegetables, you get another dollar's worth for free.
And please remember to thank a farmer and grocery store workers for the hard work they continue to put in during this challenging time to ensure we all have food on the table!
www.DoubleUpFoodBucks.org
Rep Julie Alexander: Garden centers, nurseries and greenhouses can operate just as safely as grocery stores during Covid-19
If the people of Michigan are going to be forced to stay home, they shouldn't be prohibited from buying materials and supplies to maintain the upkeep on thier homes such as lawn care, repairs and gardening.
Garden centers, nurseries and greenhouses can operate just as safely as grocery stores, if not safer, but the governor has said no. This is the wrong approach especially since these services have a limited season to operate in our state.
At a time when the governor has taken away jobs from over a million people in the last month, we now need to create smarter rules that both protect the public health and protect people's paychecks and personal liberties.
Rep. Alexander honors World War II Veterans at the state Capitol
I recently had the honor of welcoming #WorldWarII #veterans and Jackson residents, Lee Zimmerman (95) and Herb Elfring (97) to the Michigan State Capitol!
Thank you, Lee and Herb, and veterans everywhere who have sacrificed so much so we can live free! 🇺🇸
Grown in Michigan with Julie Alexander: SOY BEANS!
On this episode of #GrownInMichiganWithJulieAlexander, we look at the power of #SoyBeans!
Michigan is a leader in the production of soy beans with 10,000 soy bean farmers, it is the top agricultural export from the Great Lake State!
Soy beans are used to produce eveything from food, clothing, plastics, bio fuels and pharmaceuticals, to paint, building materials and more!
Rep. Alexander is always available and always listening to you!
As state representative, a big part of my job is listening to you and delivering results. My staff and I are available to serve you. Please feel free to join me at local office hours every month or contact my Lansing office any time. Thank you!
Phone: (517) 373-1795
Email: [email protected]
Rep. Alexander wants to save Andy's Place
At the ceremonial groundbreaking for #AndysPlace, a unique transitional housing complex to serve those fighting opioid addictions, Gov. Whitmer said “The crisis that we’re confronting as a state is powerful. It does not discriminate, it does not abate. We must fight it. Andy’s Place is going to be one of those places that changes lives and improves them for the better.”
The governor betrayed those sentiments and the Jackson community on September 30th, when she eliminated $750,000 the Michigan Legislature had approved in one-time funding for Andy’s Place. The money vetoed by the governor is needed to implement a security system at the site – without it, lenders won’t approve the private financing necessary to move construction forward. Today, construction is stalled on this project that offers so much promise to save and transform lives.
Funding for Andy’s Place should have absolutely nothing to do with politics. Afterall, opioid addiction does not discriminate based on politics, race, age or anything else. #SaveAndysPlace
Rep. Alexander: protect senior pension income
GOOD NEWS! This week the Michigan House passed my bill to protect surviving spouses from unfair and unexpected #PensionTax penalties when a loved one passes away. It's wrong for pension income that is not taxable to suddenly become taxable solely because of the death of a spouse. Protecting pension income is simply the right thing to do for seniors, many of whom are on fixed incomes and can’t afford sudden and unexpected higher taxes!
Rep. Alexander: have a safe Halloween!
Trick-or-treating is fun but remember to stay safe tonight!
Grown in Michigan with Julie Alexander: Ag technology and innovation
In this episode of #GrownInMichiganWithJulieAlexander we take a look at how technology is playing a key role in helping Michigan feed the world. While the land hasn't changed, technology and innovation in agriculture has moved rapidly over the last 15 years and many advancements started right here in Michigan!
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Rep. Alexander is always available and always listening to you!
As state representative, a big part of my job is listening to you and delivering results. That's why my staff and I are available to serve you. Please feel free to join me at local office hours every month or contact my Lansing office any time. Thank you!
Phone: (517) 373-1795
Email: [email protected]
Grown in Michigan with Rep. Julie Alexander: Greenhouse growing feeds Michigan year-round
On this episode of #GrownInMichiganwithJulieAlexander we visit Michigan-based PepperCo and learn about greenhouse growing that provides vegetables year-round! Who knew Michigan grew produce during winter?!?
Rep. Alexander working for a state budget that makes state government better, not bigger
I recently helped pass a #StateBudget that respects and protects taxpayers and invests in what's important:
+ Ensures every penny we pay at the pump goes to road repair
+ $800 million more annually to fix roads
+ Record funding for our kids and schools
+ Invests more in skilled trades education and training
+ Demands savings and more accountability from government departments
All this WITHOUT RAISING TAXES! As the budget negotiations continue with the governor and senate, I will keep fighting for the hard-working people of Jackson County!
Join Rep. Alexander to learn more about the new car insurance reform law
I am hosting a tele-townhall discussion on Wednesday, June 26 at 6:30 p.m. to discuss the new #CarInsuranceReform law in Michigan!
To join toll free, please dial 855-756-7520 and enter 48955#
Grown in Michigan - Potatoes
DID YOU KNOW: Michigan’s family-owned potato farms supply potatoes to 1 out of every 4 bags of chips in the US? In this episode of Grown in Michigan, I learned it’s no easy task to plant, harvest, store and process the billions of pounds of potatoes it takes to make one of America’s favorite salty snacks.
Watch the video below to find out more!
Rep. Alexander salutes student legislators of the month!
As a former teacher, and out of my love for learning and passion for public service, I created the #StudentLegislatorOfTheMonth program! SLOM brings our state Capitol to Jackson County classrooms for a one-of-a-kind experience and an upclose look at how government works.
If you would like to nominate a Jackson County (64th district) 5th grade classroom to participate in the program, please contact my office:
Phone: (517) 373-1795
Email: [email protected]
Rep. Alexander update on fixing Michigan roads
As a member of the House Transportation Committee, not only am I focused on securing funding to #FixRoads but I am working on finding answers and solutions to ensure #RoadQuality. We are investing more funding into our roads than ever before ($4 billion) and we need to make sure that the money is being spent efficiently.
We will continue to invest in roads but we must do it in a way that hard-working people can afford. Household budgets across the state cannot afford the governor's .45 per gallon gas tax plan.
Rep. Alexander update on making car insurance more affordable
Here's a legislative update on the fight to make #CarInsurance more affordable. We are getting closer to passing a solution. For too long, Jackson County residents and drivers all over Michigan have been paying the highest rates in the nation. We've been #1 for the wrong reasons and that we are doing something to change that.
Please make your voice heard at www.ReduceMiRatesNow.com
Grown in Michigan - Sheep
We are excited to tell the story of Michigan's agricultural heritage with a new series titled GROWN IN MICHIGAN with Rep. Julie Alexander, Chair of the House Agriculture Committee!
Agribusiness is Michigan's second largest industry, contributing $104.7 billion annually to the state’s economy. From potatoes to sugar beets and dairy to eggs, the Great Lake State is a top Ag producer nationally!
Rep. Alexander celebrates March is Reading Month
I have enjoyed sharing the love of reading with students across Jackson County during #MarchIsReadingMonth. Today's readers will turn out to be tomorrow's leaders!
Rep. Alexander is always available and always listening to you!
As state representative, a big part of my job is listening to you and delivering results. My staff and I are available to serve you. Please feel free to join me at local office hours every month or contact my Lansing office any time. Thank you!
Phone: (517) 373-1795
Email: [email protected]
State Representative for Jackson County, Michigan
