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SR 85

A resolution to urge Michigan’s United States Senators Elissa Slotkin and Gary Peters to vote in support of H.R. 5371 to reopen the federal government and resume funding for critical government programs, such as the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, that are essential for many Michigan families.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Kevin Daley and 2 co-sponsors

Michigan state resolution urges U.S. Senators to support federal government reopening bill to restore SNAP and critical assistance programs for state residents.

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Bill Summary · SR 85

Legislative bill overview

SR 85 is a Michigan state resolution urging the state's two U.S. Senators to vote for H.R. 5371, which would reopen a closed federal government and restore funding to programs like SNAP (food assistance). This is a non-binding resolution expressing the state legislature's position on federal policy.

Why is this important

Federal government shutdowns directly impact Michigan residents who depend on programs like SNAP, Medicare, Social Security processing, and other services. A shutdown disrupts benefit payments, delays services, and creates economic uncertainty. State resolutions can signal constituent pressure to federal representatives, though they carry no legal force.

Potential points of contention

  • Partisan framing: The resolution sponsors are all Republican senators, while the bill urges votes for a Democratic-sponsored House bill, raising questions about whether this reflects genuine bipartisan concern or political positioning
  • Incomplete context: The resolution doesn't specify what caused the shutdown or address underlying budget disagreements that typically drive these disputes
  • Limited practical effect: Non-binding resolutions cannot compel senators to vote any particular way and may be viewed as symbolic rather than substantive action

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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