12/26/2022
Happy first day of Kwanzaa to those celebrating! Kwanzaa is a weeklong celebration, recognizing the seven principles, African culture and history, family, and community.
Today’s principle is Umoja (oo-mo-jah) which means unity.
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Padma Kuppa is the State Representative for Michigan’s 41st House District, serving Troy and Clawson.
Operating as usual
12/25/2022
Merry Christmas to all who celebrate!
12/23/2022
State office closings for the holiday season.
12/19/2022
During this Hanukkah, thinking back to last year and this event with my colleague State Representative Samantha Steckloff and the many Hanukkah-Diwali programs I have organized or participated in, with the first dating back to 2015.
Greetings to all who celebrate these holy days of Hanukkah!
We are so looking forward to joining with our Hindu friends for this annual tradition!
Please register for the Thursday, December 9 event at: https://jlive.app/events/1236
Note that masks and proof of vaccination are required.
Hindu Community Relations Council of MI - HCRC, State Representative Samantha Steckloff State Rep. Padma Kuppa
12/17/2022
It was an honor to speak to the Presidential Service Awardees and the dedicated youth leadership team at the Michigan Youth Empowerment Foundation event today in Troy.
So grateful for Asian American leaders like Grace and Lisa!
#education
12/17/2022
Michigan Legislative Black Caucus Celebration of Service was a great place to catch up with friends - incoming legislators and alumni, and as Historian, acknowledge those legislators of color who blazed trails before us. N'Namdi Center For Contemporary Art was a beautiful venue, and it was great to see the incoming House Speaker, Rep. Joe Tate. Thank you to my husband Sudhakar, and ally for justice, President and CEO of Michigan Roundtable for Diversity and Inclusion, Steve Spreitzer, for joining me.
12/17/2022
Traveling this weekend? Make sure you know about closures before you go!
12/16/2022
Last office hours done - thank you to all who came!
Wishing all a happy holiday season!
12/16/2022
✅ completed exit interviews with legislative staff;
✅ turned in my laptop and badge (today was the last day);
✅ made my last video in the House Dem Comms studio;
✅ took guests on the House floor (for the last time);
✅ gave a tribute to the best legislative staffer ever;
✅ cleaned out my desk in the chamber;
✅ took the last picture from my House office with its humbling view…
and my last office hours are in hour!
12/16/2022
Sent out our last e-news today with a reminder about our last office hours tomorrow and a whole bunch more info about the last week of session for this term. If you missed it, go to Kuppa.housedems.com and you’ll find it and all the others under the enews archive!
12/15/2022
Great to see the State Board of Education take up the critical issue of charter school transparency - thanks to Bridge Magazine for reporting on it.
https://www.bridgemi.com/talent-education/democrats-urged-make-public-michigan-charter-school-financial-records
When I led the introduction of the School FACT Act, I was honored to have SBE member Pam Pugh stand alongside House and Senate Dems.
(More at https://housedems.com/michigan-democrats-unveil-school-fact-act-to-bring-transparency-to-taxpayers-2/)
We both wore !!
#accountability
12/15/2022
It has been an entire decade. My eldest is the same age as many of the victims—something I think of often, especially at milestones. My heart still breaks for the families of Sandy Hook Elementary and the Newtown, CT community. This horror should have rocked us hard enough to do something truly meaningful & legendary to prevent this kind of gun violence & community tragedy from ever happening again. Some progress has been made, but more must be done—and it shouldn’t have to take a decade.
12/14/2022
Closing up the legislative office means handing off things to those who will represent Troy and Clawson going forward: Rep Elect for HD 56 Sharon MacDonell will represent most of HD41 come January! (The rest of us live in HD 57).
12/14/2022
Do you need health insurance for 2023? Sign up by December 15 for coverage to start January 1, 2023.
TODAY at HealthCare.gov or by calling 800-318-2596.
12/13/2022
Industry 4.0 Technology Implementation Grant | Michigan Business
Great news for our local industries! The Troy-based small manufacturer Becker Orthopedic Appliance Company was recently selected to receive a $17,500 grant to help them adopt Industry 4.0 (I4.0) technologies, per the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC). Thankful to have had the opportunity to advocate for our growing community and local economy!
The funds are part of the Industry 4.0 Technology Implementation Grant program. The amount of increased revenue as a result of the awardees implementing these technologies is expected to be approximately $112 million, with an estimated 336 jobs created and 1,542 jobs retained. Additionally, these projects leverage
$13.1 million in private investment from small manufacturers.
Grant applications will continue to be accepted on a rolling basis until all funds are allocated. To learn more about the requirements of the program and to view the grant application, visit: michiganbusiness.org/industry4-0/grant.
MEDC’s Industry 4.0 grant program will provide 50% reimbursement for qualifying I4.0 technology costs up to $25,000.
12/13/2022
Climate Stability and Policies Mitigate Risk for Businesses in Michigan
Climate Stability and Policies Mitigate Risk for Businesses in Michigan
Low natural disaster susceptibility and steady climate in Michigan mitigates risk for businesses.
12/12/2022
Last legislative update with my amazing, hardworking Lansing team. The virtual weekly meetings we started in March 2020 have continued on Mondays since mid-March 2020 (almost 140 times!)...Today was a . A heads up that our office has to pack up and I have to turn in my laptop and badge this week. Please join me at office hours this Friday at the Troy Community Center at 4:30 - another last.
12/12/2022
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The Michigan Public Service Commission is hosting a virtual public hearing TODAY from 4-7 PM related to DTE’s request for approval of its long-range electric energy planning. The hearing on the “integrated resource plan” (aka “IRP”) will be held by on Microsoft Teams here:
12/11/2022
With new Democratic leadership next year, what long-inert legislation will now pass? ⋆ Michigan Advance
Proud to see -- not one, but three! -- of my sponsored bills highlighted here, especially on key issues for my colleagues to review in the new term such as restoring rights to paid sick leave, polluter accountability, and driver's licenses for all. And while they didn’t cover the School FACT Act effort that I led, they talked about bills from the pkg that call for charter school accountability.
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It has been decades since Michigan Democrats have been able to fully enact their legislative priorities. That could change next month as the 102nd Legislature comes to order. Following Democrats’ historic victories on Nov. 8 — which included winning both the House and Senate and a sweep of state...
12/10/2022
Human Rights Day is celebrated every year on December 10 to commemorate the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.
12/10/2022
Breaking News: Traverse City Unanimously Approves Resolution Affirming Public Ownership of Our Water as a Human Right, Public Trust, and Defense against Privatization - FLOW
Today is International Human Rights Day. A year ago, Traverse City proclaimed that access to water is a human right. Let’s live up to that here in the Great Lakes State.
Photo of Grand Traverse Bay by Jerry Stutzman By Liz Kirkwood Breaking News: The Traverse City Commission on December 6, 2021, unanimously approved a Resolution Proclaiming Water and Sanitation as Basic Human Rights, and that Water Shall Remain in the Public Trust. The resolution was advanced by FLO...
12/09/2022
Drum roll pls… HD41 last Small Business of the Month award goes to Troy’s Thomas Cake Shop! Sonali, the owner, shared her story: she took her home-based business to the next level by purchasing this from another immigrant family, then persevered through COVID without any Cares Act support and continues to provide a wide range of baked goods to all! It was lovely to see customers walk in who were obviously fans and friends of the all-women team of bakers here!
12/09/2022
Farewell MI State Representative Padma Kuppa
My final remarks in the House chamber: it’s been an honor to serve the people of Troy and Clawson. 🙏🏽
12/08/2022
Thank you to my colleague Rep. Julie Brixie for a cappuccino and avocado toast (it disappeared fast) before heading home after the last late night in Lansing!
12/08/2022
The final vote of the 101st legislature!
12/07/2022
On December 7 of every year, Pearl Harbor survivors, veterans, their families and others come together to remember and honor the 1,178 military members and civilians injured and 2,403 killed in the Pearl Harbor attack in 1941.
12/06/2022
The resolutions available for cosponsorship today.
12/05/2022
Gas prices continue fast fall in Michigan
Gas prices continue fast fall in Michigan
The price of a gallon of unleaded regular gasoline continues to decline across the state of Michigan, though motorists may be noticing a wider discrepancy in pricing.
12/05/2022
As my term comes to a close, this weekend was a reminder that the sweetest moments are ones shared with constituents. I joined constituents this weekend at a few events and was honored to present BAPS Swaminarayan Sanstha Michigan members a tribute to honor Shri Pramukh Swami Maharaj, a Hindu guru whose life was lived for the joy of serving others. His legacy and the events - including one with the Detroit Chapter of Sewa International USA - reminded me of the importance of unconditional love and service to others.
12/03/2022
During the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, we commit to ensuring our great state is an inclusive and equitable place for all Michiganders to live and thrive. People with disabilities are people of determination.
12/03/2022
Great to be home after attending my first and last legislators’ conference - with great ideas to pass on to my colleagues about everything from accessing affordable broadband to addressing anti Asian American hate. Grateful to the National Council of State Legislators for bringing together Asian American state lawmakers from across the country, and to NCSL for organizing the first in-person “Quad Caucus” gathering (of Black, Hispanic, Native American and Asian American state legislators). So glad to connect with Everytown for Gun Safety Senior Advisor Becky George, Asian Pacific Islander American Vote (APIAVote) Exec. Dir. Christine Chen and so many others doing amazing work across the country!
11/30/2022
Holding our friends in Oxford in our hearts today 💙
11/30/2022
Remembering the Oxford victims
Hana St. Juliana, Tate Myre, Madisyn Baldwin and Justin Shilling.
The Oxford community -- and many beyond its borders -- will never forget the four beloved teenagers who lost their lives: Tate, Madisyn, Hana and Justin.
11/26/2022
It’s Small Business Saturday! We honor a small business in HD 41 every month - one each in Clawson & Troy, (nominated by constituents) who are a testament to the strength, work ethic and resilience of entrepreneurs and small business owners and their employees!
Support small business and let us know where you are shopping today (and any day) in the comments!
11/25/2022
From the Algonquin word Mishigamaa ("big lake") that our state's name is derived from to the vibrant indigenous communities active today, Native American cultures are central to Michigan. Today, let's honor these contributions to our state and nation.
11/24/2022
Happy Thanksgiving! 🦃🍽🍁
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From the floor of the House after session on the International Day of Peace.
I came to Michigan more than 20 years ago. I came to make cars and raise my family, and found a home in the Great Lakes State. #IBelieveInMichigan because Michiganders are resilient, and we have such a bright future ahead of us!
HAPPENING NOW: Michigan’s legislative Firearm Safety and Violence Prevention Caucus unveils additional gun safety legislation that could save lives by limiting high-capacity magazines that exceed 10 rounds of ammunition. #EndGunViolence
HAPPENING NOW: Michigan’s legislative Firearm Safety and Violence Prevention Caucus unveils additional gun safety legislation that could save lives by limiting high-capacity magazines that exceed 10 rounds of ammunition. #EndGunViolence
Mental Health Listening Tour - Troy & Clawson
For those who couldn't make it to our Mental Health Listening Tour stop for Troy & Clawson last night, the video recording is now available for your viewing! Additional feedback is also always welcome. Submit to [email protected]!
Here at Troy High Soccer annual car wash after dropping off the #SBOTM recognition at Trevarrow Ace Hardware!
At Bharatiya Temple for annual #AnandBazaaar - skipped last year but they haven’t skipped a beat! Great food, vendors and community sponsors!
At Columbia Center on Big Beaver for the Troy Historic Village’s #TroyTrafficJam! Come join us for this wonderful antique and classic car show - it’s free!
Here at Fort Michilmackinac state park for the Lummi Nation Totem Pole stop in Michigan, on the #redroadtodc. Visit redroadtodc.org for more info.
Exciting sights and sounds at Pipefitters Local 636 Detroit in Troy - the smells are evocative of my college days on the shop floor at NIT,Warangal!
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How can we get a “No patient left alone” bill here in Michigan like they have in other states? It’s been almost 1 year since we have been allowed in to visit our loved ones in assisted Living and nursing homes, and sometimes ER and the hospital. They need our support and they can’t get that through a window or phone call visit. My dad needs to hold my moms hand 💗 Please help.
PLEASE contact your State Representative and ask them to co-sponsor Lilliana's Law. You can find your state representative by clicking this link: https://www.house.mi.gov/MHRPublic/frmFindaRep.aspx
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THIRD TIME IS A CHARM!
This upcoming week, (possibly Thursday) Representative Ryan Berman will be reintroducing Lilliana's Law.
This law would require school districts ( public and private) to have yearly school inspections.
I'm asking everyone to reach out to their state representative to support and co-sponsor the upcoming law. representative Ryan Berman will also be sending a mass email to all state representatives. We need your help.
In one week, January 20th will be four years since Lilliana lost her life while attending a school program. A 350-pound A-framed table that was recalled fell on my three-year-old little girl. In these years I've been fighting for this not to happen to your child. Lilliana was the SECOND child to have lost her life this way. In other cases where families have lost their children were a falling flag pole, collapsed wall, and electrocution. Those were the cases I found and does not include survivors.
Please help. I can not do this alone and I would like a piece of mind sending my surviving children to school and yours.
OUR CHILDREN DIDNT DIE FROM FREAK ACCIDENTS.
LillianasLaw.com
PLEASE SHARE
THIRD TIME IS A CHARM!
This upcoming week, (possibly Thursday) Representative Ryan Berman will be reintroducing Lilliana's Law.
This law would require school districts ( public and private) to have yearly school inspections.
I'm asking everyone to reach out to their state representative to support and co-sponsor the upcoming law. representative Ryan Berman will also be sending a mass email to all state representatives. We need your help.
In one week, January 20th will be four years since Lilliana lost her life while attending a school program. A 350-pound A-framed table that was recalled fell on my three-year-old little girl. In these years I've been fighting for this not to happen to your child. Lilliana was the SECOND child to have lost her life this way. In other cases where families have lost their children were a falling flag pole, collapsed wall, and electrocution. Those were the cases I found and does not include survivors.
Please help. I can not do this alone and I would like a piece of mind sending my surviving children to school and yours.
OUR CHILDREN DIDNT DIE FROM FREAK ACCIDENTS.
LillianasLaw.com
మీరు మిషిగాన్ రాష్ట్ర ప్రతినిధిగా ఎన్నికైనట్లు వార్తా పత్రికల ద్వారా తెలిసింది. భారత దేశంలో పుట్టి తెలుగు రాష్ట్రంలో విద్యాభ్యాసం చేసిన మీరు స్వశక్తితో అత్యున్నత శిఖరాలు అధిరోహించడం ముదావహం-ప్రసంశానీయం. మీకు నా హృదయ పూర్వక అభినందనలు. గొట్టు ముక్కుల బ్రహ్మానందం, విశ్రాంత తెలుగు ఉపన్యాసకుడు, హైదరాబాదు.
Congratulations State Rep. Padma Kuppa 🗳
Did you really just vote to defund the police?? Please share why??
MICHIGAN SAYS NO TO VOTE BY MAIL. THIS WOULD LEAD TO FRAUD.
Hello! I am reaching out as my family is in desperate need of assistance and heard this would be my best option. I have reached out to governor and rep with no progression. As well as UIA and SS. nearing 100 or more calls daily.
- have not received taxes (suppose to be coming in mail- not traceable)
- have not received stimulus (husbands portion went to child support and mine is MIA)
-have not received UIA payment ( approved yet "non monetary issue" since April)
- have not received child support
- can not get a job, dr. has me off work
- can not receive cash assistance (you would need to be part of 40 hour a week program to seek employment)
- can not get disability until dr./testing process is complete
- husband lost his job due to covid just recently- his UIA has been " approved- non monerary issue" as well
caring for a full family and less than zero income due to covid is just about crippling us. I have been keeping kooth and having faith until now.. our lease was up last month, my sons birthday is in two days, our phones are off and have no clue how to make ends meet. I have reached out to the news and will continue to try and reach any able human being who can assist.
- have not received taxes (suppose to be coming in mail- not traceable)
- have not received stimulus (husbands portion went to child support and mine is MIA)
-have not received UIA payment ( approved yet "non monetary issue" since April)
- have not received child support
- can not get a job, dr. has me off work
- can not receive cash assistance (you would need to be part of 40 hour a week program to seek employment)
- can not get disability until dr./testing process is complete
- husband lost his job due to covid just recently- his UIA has been " approved- non monerary issue" as well
caring for a full family and less than zero income due to covid is just about crippling us. I have been keeping kooth and having faith until now.. our lease was up last month, my sons birthday is in two days, our phones are off and have no clue how to make ends meet. I have reached out to the news and will continue to try and reach any able human being who can assist.
Good to see you, State Rep. Padma Kuppa Thanks for standing up to the BLM cause today at Troy.
This post is not intended to be political at all. I agree that the Shelter in Place and closing of schools was needed at the time given the uncertainties and unknowns at the time. However, given what we know now, the purpose of this post is to advocate for the reopening of the schools in the Fall of 2020 for the following reasons.
1. Shelter in place was never designed to prevent everyone from getting exposed to COVID.
2. Shelter in place was implemented to control the capacity issues at our hospitals.
3. Currently - our health system capacity is under control.
4. Therefore, unless you are planning on sheltering in place for 2 years, we need to get used to living with Corona virus.
5. There is ZERO evidence that Coronavirus is statistically dangerous to children. The H1N1 flu is contracted at a much higher rate than Coronavirus (as to children)
6. While the teachers have done a great job with online schooling, it is not the same. The children need to go to school to learn, to socialize and to build their immune systems.
7. The larger concern is the safety of the administrative staff, teachers and employees. Obviously safety guidelines will need to be implemented and staff in high risk pools may have to stay home.
8. Even if 5-10% of the staff had to stay home for safety that is better than 100% of children being home-schooled.
Just one constituent's opinion.
1. Shelter in place was never designed to prevent everyone from getting exposed to COVID.
2. Shelter in place was implemented to control the capacity issues at our hospitals.
3. Currently - our health system capacity is under control.
4. Therefore, unless you are planning on sheltering in place for 2 years, we need to get used to living with Corona virus.
5. There is ZERO evidence that Coronavirus is statistically dangerous to children. The H1N1 flu is contracted at a much higher rate than Coronavirus (as to children)
6. While the teachers have done a great job with online schooling, it is not the same. The children need to go to school to learn, to socialize and to build their immune systems.
7. The larger concern is the safety of the administrative staff, teachers and employees. Obviously safety guidelines will need to be implemented and staff in high risk pools may have to stay home.
8. Even if 5-10% of the staff had to stay home for safety that is better than 100% of children being home-schooled.
Just one constituent's opinion.
When a constituent asks a valid question in a polite way it gets censored?
Interesting
Interesting
Thank you for deleting my comment and not answering my question.
Thank you Representative Kuppa for keeping me out of business for another 15 days.
Can you please explain to me why legal services and real estate services can't operate in a safe manner?
Can you please explain to me why legal services and real estate services can't operate in a safe manner?
