Legislative Recess Update and Advocacy Opportunities

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Legislative Recess Update and Advocacy Opportunities

It was a relatively quiet week in Lansing as the Legislature began its traditional hunting and Thanksgiving recess. Session is scheduled to resume on Tuesday, December 2, with only seven session days remaining before the end of the year. During this period, many lawmakers will devote their time to in-district events—an ideal opportunity to strengthen relationships and advance our message on the value of physician-led care teams. A list of currently scheduled events is included below.

You may also subscribe to newsletters or notifications from your legislators to stay informed about upcoming meetings and engagement opportunities. Go to the Michigan Senate and Michigan House websites, select Senators/Members, and then select your Senator/Representative.

Advocacy Day Registration Now Open 

If you are interested in becoming more involved in advocacy efforts, registration is now available for our 2026 Advocacy Day. Set for March 11, 2026, this annual event is a key moment for physicians to come together in support of the future of medicine in our state. The day will begin with a 9:00 a.m. introductory session, followed by small-group meetings with legislators and opportunities to attend committee hearings. Lunch will be provided, and additional details will be shared as the event approaches.

Upcoming In-District Events

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 22 

Senator Stephanie Chang (D) Local Coffee Hours 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

American Pride Rises- 111 E. Kirby St. Detroit, MI 48202

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 24 

Senator Stephanie Chang (D) Local Coffee Hours 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Dorothy Bush Library- 23333 Ryan Rd. Warren, MI 48091

Jason Hoskins (D) Local Coffee Hour 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.

Southfield Public Library 26300 Evergreen Rd, Southfield, MI 48076

MONDAY, DECEMBER 1 

Senator John Cherry (D) Local Coffee Hours 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Burton City Hall- 4303 S Center Rd. Burton, MI 48519

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 4 

Senator Sue Shink (D) Local Coffee Hours 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Jackson District Library- Carnegie Branch- 290 W Michigan Ave, Jackson, MI 49201

MONDAY, DECEMBER 8 

Senator Sam Singh (D) Local Coffee Hours 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

East Lansing Library- 950 Abbott Rd. East Lansing, MI 48823

Representative Mike Hoadley (R) Local Office Hours 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Baldwin Township Hall, 1119 Monument Rd, Tawas City, MI 48763

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 12 

Senator Stephanie Chang (D) Local Coffee Hours 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Vesey Lane Goods- 9920 Kercheval Ave. Detroit, MI 48214

MONDAY, DECEMBER 15 

Representative Mike Hoadley (R) Local Office Hours 12:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Daily Cup, 114 N Williams ST, Rose City, 48654

AND 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Standish City Hall, 399 E Beaver St, Standish, 48658