Legislative Calls to Action

Support SB 508 to Bar Immigration Enforcement in Schools
Contact lawmakers to support SB 508, which would designate certain places like schools, courthouses and other “sensitive locations” as immigration-enforcement-free zones. Also, take time to contact Congress on these issues at the federal level.

Tell MI House Speaker Matt Hall to stop playing political games with educators’ livelihoods
MEA members, leaders and staff have pushed for months to get a solution to the health care cost crisis. Our hard work resulted in HB 6058 being passed by the state House and Senate in December. But new House leadership under Speaker Matt Hall (R-Richland Twp.) has yet to present the bill to Gov. Gretchen Whitmer for her review. The State Constitution clearly states that, “Every bill passed by the Legislature shall be presented to the governor.” Contact Speaker Hall and your representative to urge the House to comply with the Constitution and send the bill. Learn more at MEA.org/fixhealthcare.

Restore quality retirement benefits for educators
Please contact your state lawmakers and urge them to support restoring pension benefits for school employees. Over a decade ago, state lawmakers stripped away pension benefits from new educators. To attract and retain quality educators, our state must provide teachers and support staff with good pay, health coverage and retirement benefits.

Share your workplace violence story with lawmakers
In our schools, behavior issues – ranging from unsafe actions to outright violence – are threatening the safety of both students and the educators who work with them every day. Share your story and encourage lawmakers to work with local educators to ensure that our schools are safe spaces for students and employees alike.

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Guidance for MEA members concerning student protests on immigration

Recent student protests in Michigan regarding ICE activities have prompted requests for guidance for educators concerning their rights to support student activism. NEA has developed some excellent resources and reminders for educators addressing their employment rights and concerns, including how to handle student protests and walkouts. Below is a summary of the issues educators should […]