Garlin Gilchrist II

Publicly supported disclosure of legislative earmarks to improve transparency in state budgets.

November 18, 2025Supports Anti-Corruption

Source: michigan.gov

Publicly supported faster state permitting while maintaining protections for clean air, land, and water.

August 3, 2023Supports Government Efficiency

Source: michigan.gov

Called for answers and accountability after Michigan State Police killed Samuel Sterling during an attempted arrest.

May 10, 2024Supports Criminal Justice and Civil Liberties

Source: michigan.gov

Signed bipartisan juvenile justice laws that expanded diversion services, reduced family fees, and strengthened state oversight.

December 12, 2023Supports Criminal Justice and Civil Liberties

Source: michigan.gov

Chaired the juvenile justice task force as it approved recommendations expanding diversion, statewide public defense, community programs, and youth participation.

July 18, 2022Supports Criminal Justice and Civil Liberties

Source: michigan.gov

Publicly supported the Jobs Court pilot’s use of employment, benefits, and social services to rehabilitate eligible defendants.

November 3, 2021Supports Criminal Justice and Civil Liberties

Source: michigan.gov

Publicly supported Clean Slate laws expanding conviction expungement to reduce barriers to jobs and housing.

October 12, 2020Supports Criminal Justice and Civil Liberties

Source: michigan.gov

Urged cities and counties to adopt police reforms addressing accountability, racial discrimination, and trust in law enforcement.

June 3, 2020Supports Criminal Justice and Civil Liberties

Source: michigan.gov

Joined Governor Whitmer in urging communities to designate areas for peaceful demonstrations during protests over racial injustice.

May 30, 2020Supports Criminal Justice and Civil Liberties

Source: michigan.gov

Cochairing the jail and pretrial task force, delivered 18 recommendations to the Legislature, including fewer license suspensions for unpaid fines, alternatives to arrest, behavioral health diversion, and a stronger presumption of pretrial release.

January 14, 2020Supports Criminal Justice and Civil Liberties

Source: courts.michigan.gov

Signed House Bill 4044 as acting governor, allowing insurance licenses for applicants with no felony conviction in the previous ten years.

November 21, 2019Supports Criminal Justice and Civil Liberties

Source: michiganadvance.com

Joined Google and The Last Mile to launch Michigan’s first prison coding program at Parnall Correctional Facility’s Vocational Village.

October 22, 2019Supports Criminal Justice and Civil Liberties

Source: michigan.gov

Publicly supported legislation ensuring overseas and military ballots are counted fairly.

June 22, 2026Supports Election Integrity

Source: michigan.gov

Publicly supported legislation ensuring overseas and military ballots are counted fairly.

June 22, 2026Supports Civil Rights

Source: michigan.gov

Joined Governor Whitmer in proclaiming Voter Preregistration Week and encouraging eligible teenagers to preregister.

September 9, 2024Supports Civil Rights

Source: michigan.gov

Criticized Representative Josh Schriver’s racist social media posts in a public statement with Governor Whitmer.

February 9, 2024Supports Civil Rights

Source: michigan.gov

Publicly supported an election law package expanding ballot access, building on his MI First Vote initiative.

November 30, 2023Supports Civil Rights

Source: michigan.gov

Publicly supported the CROWN Act’s protections against hair discrimination in education and employment.

June 15, 2023Supports Civil Rights

Source: michigan.gov

Publicly supported establishing a statewide LGBTQ+ Commission to address discrimination and inequality.

June 11, 2023Supports Civil Rights

Source: michigan.gov

Publicly advocated addressing racial disparities in maternal care and supported expanded postpartum Medicaid coverage.

April 14, 2023Supports Civil Rights

Source: michigan.gov

Publicly supported adding sexual orientation and gender identity protections to Michigan’s civil rights law.

March 16, 2023Supports Civil Rights

Source: michigan.gov

Released the racial disparities task force’s final COVID-19 report on health care access and unequal health outcomes.

February 27, 2023Supports Civil Rights

Source: michigan.gov

Launched MI First Vote at Jalen Rose Leadership Academy with a roundtable explaining voting to young people.

October 14, 2022Supports Civil Rights

Source: michigan.gov

Released a racial disparities task force report with recommendations and findings on Michigan’s COVID-19 response in communities of color.

March 4, 2022Supports Civil Rights

Source: michigan.gov

Publicly opposed the Secure MI Vote petition and urged residents to resist restrictions on voting access.

September 27, 2021Supports Civil Rights

Source: michigan.gov

Publicly supported prohibiting state health department funds from paying for conversion therapy on minors.

June 14, 2021Supports Civil Rights

Source: michigan.gov

Publicly supported adopted implicit bias training requirements for health professionals, a recommendation of the racial disparities task force he chaired.

June 1, 2021Supports Civil Rights

Source: michigan.gov

Released the racial disparities task force’s interim report on expanded coronavirus testing and health support in underserved communities.

December 3, 2020Supports Civil Rights

Source: michigan.gov

Released a public service announcement with Representative Rashida Tlaib explaining early voting and absentee ballot options.

October 16, 2020Supports Civil Rights

Source: michigan.gov

Publicly supported recognizing racism as a public health crisis and establishing the Black Leadership Advisory Council.

August 5, 2020Supports Civil Rights

Source: michigan.gov

Publicly supported implicit bias training for health workers to reduce racial disparities in medical care.

July 9, 2020Supports Civil Rights

Source: michigan.gov

Urged cities and counties to adopt police reforms addressing accountability, racial discrimination, and trust in law enforcement.

June 3, 2020Supports Civil Rights

Source: michigan.gov

Joined Governor Whitmer in urging communities to designate areas for peaceful demonstrations during protests over racial injustice.

May 30, 2020Supports Civil Rights

Source: michigan.gov

Received Disability Action’s endorsement for Michigan secretary of state.

September 30, 2026

Source: disabilityactionus.org

Received the Michigan League of Conservation Voters’ endorsement for secretary of state.

June 9, 2026

Source: michiganlcv.org

Received Equality Michigan Action Network’s endorsement for secretary of state in its 2026 voter guide.

June 1, 2026

Source: equalitymiaction.org

Received the Michigan Chronicle’s endorsement for secretary of state. Its report also documented endorsements from the Collective PAC, Michigan Nurses Association, 12th Congressional District Democrats, Redford Township Democrats, Black Slate, and Wayne State College Democrats.

April 17, 2026

Source: michiganchronicle.com

Received Reproductive Freedom for All’s endorsement for Michigan secretary of state.

April 7, 2026

Source: reproductivefreedomforall.org

Received End Citizens United’s endorsement for Michigan secretary of state.

March 16, 2026

Source: endcitizensunited.org

Received endorsements from the Laborers’ International Union of North America and Michigan Laborers District Council. Other supporters included the American Federation of Teachers, Michigan Education Association, Northwest Midwest Regional Council of Carpenters, and Unite Here Local 24.

February 27, 2026

Source: newsfromthestates.com

Received the Michigan AFL-CIO’s endorsement for secretary of state.

February 3, 2026

Source: miaflcio.org

Received the United Auto Workers’ endorsement for Michigan secretary of state after its member-elected Michigan board evaluated candidates.

January 26, 2026

Source: uaw-newsroom.prgloo.com

Apologized at a Jewish Caucus forum for Gaza remarks perceived as antisemitic. His campaign clarified that he retained his genocide characterization.

January 18, 2026

Source: michiganadvance.com

Received Representative Rashida Tlaib’s endorsement for Michigan governor.

October 28, 2025

Source: michiganadvance.com

Spoke at the American-Arab Anti-Discrimination Committee convention, calling Israel’s actions in Gaza genocide and opposing American funding of offensive weapons.

September 27, 2025

Source: michiganadvance.com

Received the Shirley Chisholm Award from the National Congress of Black Women.

September 25, 2025

Source: michigan.gov

Publicly supported penalties against sexual exploitation involving artificial intelligence.

August 26, 2025

Source: michigan.gov

Publicly supported reducing regulatory costs for distillers and spirit manufacturers.

August 15, 2025

Source: michigan.gov

Publicly opposed tariffs raising prices for Michigan families and supported investigating their effects on factory workers and farmers.

July 31, 2025

Source: michigan.gov

Publicly supported the Advanced Air Mobility Initiative’s funding for aviation innovation.

July 17, 2025

Source: michigan.gov

Publicly supported the state’s first medical debt forgiveness round, which erased debt for nearly 210,000 residents.

July 17, 2025

Source: michigan.gov

Championed the Michigan Innovation Fund and publicly welcomed its first awards supporting entrepreneurs.

July 14, 2025

Source: michigan.gov

Received gubernatorial endorsements from representatives Brenda Carter, Kimberly Edwards, Morgan Foreman, Peter Herzberg, Donavan McKinney, Cynthia Neeley, Amos O’Neal, Laurie Pohutsky, and Mai Xiong, and senators Veronica Klinefelt and Paul Wojno. The Michigan Democratic Party Black Caucus also endorsed him.

July 9, 2025

Source: michiganchronicle.com

Publicly opposed Republican tax and tariff plans, arguing they would increase costs for middle-class Michigan residents.

June 25, 2025

Source: michigan.gov

Publicly opposed Republican proposals reducing the Earned Income Tax Credit and defended Michigan’s expanded Working Families Tax Credit.

June 18, 2025

Source: michigan.gov

Publicly opposed cuts to Affordable Care Act coverage, citing the risk of Michigan residents losing insurance.

June 13, 2025

Source: michigan.gov

Publicly opposed proposed federal SNAP cuts, citing increased food costs and hunger for vulnerable families.

June 4, 2025

Source: michigan.gov

Joined the launch of Michigan’s manufacturing support hub, backed by $1.5 million from philanthropy to support energy industry suppliers.

May 29, 2025

Source: michigan.gov

Joined the launch of Make MI Home, a workforce retention program, and announced $769,000 in grants to five regional groups.

May 28, 2025

Source: michigan.gov

Publicly opposed federal Medicaid cuts and urged Michigan Republicans to protect access to health care.

May 7, 2025

Source: michigan.gov

Visited Alpena and Emmet counties to review ice storm recovery and meet affected residents, first responders, and volunteers.

April 4, 2025

Source: michigan.gov

Publicly supported the Mi Road Ahead plan’s road, bridge, and public transit investments.

February 10, 2025

Source: michigan.gov

Became chair of the bipartisan National Lieutenant Governors Association.

August 1, 2024

Source: michigan.gov

Announced three projects selected for National Park Service mobility grants to improve park access and conservation.

July 29, 2024

Source: michigan.gov

Completed an investment mission to the United Kingdom and Netherlands, meeting leaders in the aerospace and defense industries.

July 26, 2024

Source: michigan.gov

Led Michigan’s investment mission to Europe and announced the state’s membership in the Aerospace States Association.

July 22, 2024

Source: michigan.gov

Announced $6.25 million for four advanced air transportation projects to test infrastructure and new flight services.

July 17, 2024

Source: michigan.gov

Publicly supported continued free breakfast and lunch for Michigan public school students.

July 10, 2024

Source: michigan.gov

Publicly supported tuition-free community college and skills training through the Michigan Guarantee.

July 9, 2024

Source: michigan.gov

Publicly supported budget measures making it more affordable to enter teaching and supporting qualified educators.

July 3, 2024

Source: michigan.gov

Publicly supported access to mifepristone after the United States Supreme Court rejected a challenge to the abortion medication.

June 13, 2024

Source: michigan.gov

Publicly supported PitchMI, infrastructure for innovation, and an innovation officer to improve startup access to capital and representation.

May 30, 2024

Source: michigan.gov

Announced approval of up to $22 million in state venture capital funds for small businesses and early-stage health technology companies.

March 26, 2024

Source: michigan.gov

Announced a $5 million award to the University of Michigan for a fund and consortium supporting university technology businesses.

January 29, 2024

Source: michigan.gov

Publicly supported the MI Vehicle Rebate plan to lower vehicle prices and support Michigan manufacturing and auto workers.

December 13, 2023

Source: michigan.gov

Publicly supported Michigan’s clean energy and climate laws to reduce carbon emissions and expand clean energy.

November 28, 2023

Source: michigan.gov

Announced grants for three Michigan research institutions to provide transportation technology education, testing, and workforce training.

November 17, 2023

Source: michigan.gov

Launched Michigan’s participation in a federal child care assistance program for military families.

November 17, 2023

Source: michigan.gov

Joined the announcement of $178,000 in grants for three transportation projects involving medicine delivery, sustainable travel, and accessible streets.

November 14, 2023

Source: michigan.gov

Announced $18 million in Michigan Innovate Capital Fund awards to four nonprofit organizations supporting technology startups.

October 20, 2023

Source: michigan.gov

Publicly supported the You Can in Michigan initiative to attract and retain workers and residents.

October 10, 2023

Source: michigan.gov

Announced nine organizations selected for federal grants providing legal, accounting, and financial advice to Michigan small businesses.

October 4, 2023

Source: michigan.gov

Toured a former Grand Rapids school being converted into 27 homes with state housing officials and local leaders.

August 24, 2023

Source: michigan.gov

Was elected chair-elect of the National Lieutenant Governors Association, a bipartisan group of state officials.

August 18, 2023

Source: michigan.gov

Toured a Detroit community health clinic with task force members and discussed the budget’s $49.5 million investment in reducing health disparities.

August 9, 2023

Source: michigan.gov

Appointed Tracy Winston as chief of staff in the lieutenant governor’s office.

August 7, 2023

Source: michigan.gov

Joined Governor Whitmer on a statewide tour discussing the newly signed state budget with local news outlets.

August 4, 2023

Source: michigan.gov

Publicly supported extreme risk protection orders as a way to prevent gun violence.

May 22, 2023

Source: michigan.gov

Sent federal officials a joint letter with Governor Whitmer urging designation of a regional technology hub in Michigan.

May 17, 2023

Source: michigan.gov

Launched regional MI Tech Hub meetings with state agencies to organize Michigan’s application for federal technology funding.

May 10, 2023

Source: michigan.gov

Announced $520,000 in grants to four companies testing transportation and electric vehicle technologies.

May 10, 2023

Source: michigan.gov

Announced the completed state approval process for the University of Michigan’s electric vehicle center, funded by a $130 million appropriation.

April 27, 2023

Source: michigan.gov

Toured I-69 construction in Lapeer County and the Croswell water treatment plant to review infrastructure work.

April 17, 2023

Source: michigan.gov

Publicly supported universal firearm background checks and secure storage laws.

April 13, 2023

Source: michigan.gov

Led the effort to fund the Venture Fellows Program, a partnership training investment professionals to support early-stage Michigan businesses.

April 5, 2023

Source: michigan.gov

Publicly supported legislation restoring workers’ bargaining rights and workplace protections.

March 24, 2023

Source: michigan.gov

Launched the $10 million Michigan Economic Opportunity Fund with public and private partners to lend to women and minority entrepreneurs.

March 16, 2023

Source: michigan.gov

Publicly supported the Wayne State Guarantee’s tuition assistance for Michigan students.

March 13, 2023

Source: michigan.gov

Helped secure $2 million in federal funding for child care innovation with Representative Brenda Lawrence and Senator Debbie Stabenow.

March 8, 2023

Source: michigan.gov

Publicly supported moving Michigan’s presidential primary earlier, citing his earlier advocacy to elevate the state’s role in choosing nominees.

February 1, 2023

Source: michigan.gov

Publicly supported supplemental funding for affordable housing, community revitalization, and reduced startup costs for technology businesses.

January 31, 2023

Source: michigan.gov

Publicly supported rolling back the retirement tax and expanding the Working Families Tax Credit.

January 12, 2023

Source: michigan.gov

Launched the MI Connected Future listening tour to gather residents’ priorities for expanding affordable high-speed internet.

January 11, 2023

Source: michigan.gov

Led Michigan’s delegation at the Consumer Electronics Show to promote the state’s technology and manufacturing industries.

January 5, 2023

Source: michigan.gov

Took the oath of office for his second term as Michigan’s lieutenant governor.

January 1, 2023

Source: michigan.gov

Joined the ribbon cutting for FLO’s electric vehicle charger manufacturing facility in Auburn Hills.

October 4, 2022

Source: michigan.gov

Publicly supported excluding forgiven public service student loans from Michigan taxable income.

September 28, 2022

Source: michigan.gov

Joined agriculture director Gary McDowell to highlight a $44 million drainage and flood protection investment in Wayne and Macomb counties.

September 22, 2022

Source: michigan.gov

Publicly supported the I-375 redevelopment project to reconnect Detroit neighborhoods and address the freeway’s historic harms.

September 15, 2022

Source: michigan.gov

Met battery and electric vehicle industry leaders at The Battery Show North America in Novi.

September 13, 2022

Source: michigan.gov

Toured Pontiac’s Clinton River Water Resources Recovery Facility and reviewed a $32 million water system investment.

September 12, 2022

Source: michigan.gov

Publicly supported using Inflation Reduction Act resources to expand manufacturing, clean energy, and Michigan’s response to climate change.

September 7, 2022

Source: michigan.gov

Publicly supported Operation Safe Neighborhoods’ efforts to remove illegal firearms and strengthen police-community relationships.

September 1, 2022

Source: michigan.gov

Spoke at Grand Rapids Community College about the budget’s $55 million for Michigan Reconnect tuition assistance.

August 11, 2022

Source: michigan.gov

Announced $285,000 in grants to four companies for transportation, road safety, parking, and service industry technology projects.

August 5, 2022

Source: michigan.gov

Announced Eric Frederick’s selection as the Michigan High-Speed Internet Office’s first chief connectivity officer.

July 26, 2022

Source: michigan.gov

Joined a semiconductor roundtable with congressional leaders in Taylor and urged full funding and swift passage of the federal CHIPS Act.

July 22, 2022

Source: michigan.gov

Launched a college tour at Washtenaw Community College highlighting $6 million in grants for adults returning to education.

July 14, 2022

Source: michigan.gov

Launched the Thriving Seniors tour by meeting more than 30 seniors at Detroit’s Franklin Wright Human Service Agency.

July 6, 2022

Source: michigan.gov

Publicly supported paying child care professionals a living wage while keeping care affordable for families.

June 28, 2022

Source: michigan.gov

Publicly supported requiring a financial literacy course in Michigan’s school curriculum.

June 16, 2022

Source: michigan.gov

Toured a Detroit afterschool program and discussed tutoring and learning support for students.

June 9, 2022

Source: michigan.gov

Received the Human Rights Campaign’s endorsement for reelection as lieutenant governor based on support for LGBTQ+ rights.

June 8, 2022

Source: hrc.org

Presented at the State of Small Business Summit, gathering lenders and business organizations to shape Michigan’s small business investment strategy.

June 6, 2022

Source: michigan.gov

Publicly supported the Caring for MI Future plan’s assistance for child care entrepreneurs, facilities, startup capital, and staffing.

May 16, 2022

Source: michigan.gov

Attended the groundbreaking for Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Centennial Park on the Detroit riverfront.

May 10, 2022

Source: michigan.gov

Visited schools in Lansing and Detroit and discussed education investments with students, teachers, and parents.

April 29, 2022

Source: michigan.gov

Announced more than $577,000 in grants to six companies for electric vehicle charging and transportation projects.

April 28, 2022

Source: michigan.gov

Published an opinion article supporting abortion access and people’s ability to make their own health care decisions.

April 23, 2022

Source: michigan.gov

Joined Michigan State University leaders in a roundtable about electric vehicles, transportation technology, and workforce training.

April 20, 2022

Source: michigan.gov

Helped distribute free eyeglasses to 35 students at Averill New Tech Elementary in Lansing with Vision To Learn.

April 19, 2022

Source: michigan.gov

Spoke with Patrick Lyoya’s family after police killed him in Grand Rapids and issued a joint statement with Governor Whitmer.

April 13, 2022

Source: michigan.gov

Received the National Lieutenant Governors Association’s Improving Lives and Communities Award for his work on health disparities.

March 31, 2022

Source: michigan.gov

Urged Michigan employers to adopt paid parental leave policies, citing the leave he took following his daughter’s birth.

March 23, 2022

Source: michigan.gov

Visited Macomb County’s 33 Mile Road bridge to review a program that grouped local bridge repairs together.

March 17, 2022

Source: michigan.gov

Received the Michigan AFL-CIO’s endorsement for reelection as lieutenant governor, approved by its General Board and Executive Council.

March 17, 2022

Source: miaflcio.org

Launched a $5.2 million project with Connected Nation Michigan to measure high-speed internet access and identify service gaps.

February 28, 2022

Source: michigan.gov

Appointed Jessica Brousseau as chief of staff in the lieutenant governor’s office.

February 18, 2022

Source: michigan.gov

Called with Governor Whitmer for auto insurance surplus refunds to Michigan drivers.

December 7, 2021

Source: michigan.gov

Met Detroit business, workforce, and community leaders to discuss Michigan’s economic development and job training priorities.

November 16, 2021

Source: michigan.gov

Called on the Legislature to fund replacement of Benton Harbor’s lead water lines using federal American Rescue Plan money.

October 19, 2021

Source: michigan.gov

Hosted a summit with Governor Whitmer and cabinet officials to hear Michigan tribal leaders’ priorities.

September 30, 2021

Source: michigan.gov

Announced Detroit’s selection for a Kiwibot delivery technology pilot serving small businesses and residents.

September 7, 2021

Source: michigan.gov

Was elected Midwest regional chair of the National Lieutenant Governors Association.

August 31, 2021

Source: michigan.gov

Launched a new phase of the Thriving Cities tour in Detroit to discuss cities’ needs and public investments.

August 23, 2021

Source: michigan.gov

Publicly supported the MI Safe Communities proposal’s investment in law enforcement training and community relationships.

August 16, 2021

Source: michigan.gov

Publicly supported increased investment in safe and affordable housing across Michigan.

July 27, 2021

Source: michigan.gov

Spoke at Grand Rapids’ regional Small Business Summit and toured GRNoir Wine & Jazz to hear local business needs.

July 19, 2021

Source: michigan.gov

Announced $15.3 million in high-speed internet grants for 20 projects serving 6,700 locations across Michigan.

July 15, 2021

Source: michigan.gov

Sent a letter with Governor Whitmer asking federal officials to release restaurant relief grants for women, veterans, and minority owners.

June 29, 2021

Source: michigan.gov

Hosted a virtual summit with Governor Whitmer and state agencies to gather small businesses’ needs for economic recovery.

June 23, 2021

Source: michigan.gov

Toured three Saginaw small businesses and discussed support for businesses recovering from the pandemic.

June 11, 2021

Source: michigan.gov

Helped form and became chair of Michigan’s bipartisan Juvenile Justice Reform Task Force to review detention and rehabilitation practices.

June 9, 2021

Source: michigan.gov

Joined the state’s first public event helping residents clear eligible convictions after the Clean Slate laws took effect.

June 2, 2021

Source: michigan.gov

Joined a community cleanup in Sanford on the first anniversary of the Midland floods.

May 20, 2021

Source: michigan.gov

Encouraged eligible Michigan households to enroll in the federal Emergency Broadband Benefit for internet discounts.

May 12, 2021

Source: michigan.gov

Encouraged educators and students to participate in a Code.org pilot expanding Advanced Placement computer science courses.

May 10, 2021

Source: michigan.gov

Launched the Making Real Change tour in Flint to promote COVID-19 vaccinations and received his second vaccine dose.

May 10, 2021

Source: michigan.gov

Publicly defended using bond funding for full road reconstruction, describing it as a matter of public safety.

April 23, 2021

Source: michigan.gov

Visited Quad City Innovations with Representative Haley Stevens to discuss sustainable technology.

April 6, 2021

Source: michigan.gov

Inspected the Dietz Road bridge near Williamston and discussed repairs to local bridges.

March 15, 2021

Source: michigan.gov

Publicly criticized Senate Majority Leader Mike Shirkey’s comments about threats toward the governor and militia groups.

February 10, 2021

Source: michigan.gov

Launched Michigan’s High Road Kitchens partnership with One Fair Wage, using more than $250,000 to support restaurants, workers, and meals.

January 25, 2021

Source: michigan.gov

Prepared meals for Detroit residents and delivered meals to Flint residents through Meals on Wheels on Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

January 18, 2021

Source: michigan.gov

Was appointed a cochair of the Protect Michigan Commission, which organized public education about COVID-19 vaccines.

December 10, 2020

Source: michigan.gov

Announced Michigan’s first Financial Empowerment Curriculum through Henry Ford College and Dearborn Public Schools, covering budgeting, saving, taxes, and insurance.

December 7, 2020

Source: michigan.gov

Called on the federal government to continue the 2020 census count after the Supreme Court allowed an early deadline.

October 14, 2020

Source: michigan.gov

Sent legislative leaders an open letter calling for an enforced mask requirement in both Michigan legislative chambers.

October 7, 2020

Source: michigan.gov

Joined the announcement of nearly $20 million in grants for 31 organizations addressing COVID-19 disparities, housing, food, and testing access.

September 28, 2020

Source: michigan.gov

Joined the Michigan National Guard at the opening of the Kelly Johnson Joint All-Domain Innovation Center at Selfridge Research Park.

September 11, 2020

Source: michigan.gov

Led the racial disparities task force’s partnership in MI Mask Aid, providing free masks to residents vulnerable to COVID-19.

August 14, 2020

Source: michigan.gov

Volunteered with NBA alumni and community organizations to distribute food to Detroit families affected by the coronavirus pandemic.

July 18, 2020

Source: michigan.gov

Joined Michigan university athletic coaches in a public campaign urging residents to wear masks to slow coronavirus transmission.

July 15, 2020

Source: michigan.gov

Joined clergy, community leaders, and elected officials in a peaceful unity march through Highland Park and Detroit.

June 4, 2020

Source: michigan.gov

Called with former lieutenant governor Brian Calley for additional federal Paycheck Protection Program funding for small businesses.

April 21, 2020

Source: michigan.gov

Became chair of the Michigan Coronavirus Task Force on Racial Disparities to address unequal health outcomes.

April 9, 2020

Source: michigan.gov

Launched a statewide website with business associations to help small employers apply for federal Paycheck Protection Program loans.

April 3, 2020

Source: michigan.gov

Signed House Bills 4126 and 4127 into law, requiring pregnancy warnings on marijuana packaging and safety pamphlets for customers.

February 19, 2020

Source: michigan.gov

Was appointed vice chair of Michigan’s Census Complete Count Committee, which organized outreach for an accurate population count.

June 11, 2019

Source: michigan.gov

Joined the Detroit Riverfront Conservancy board as a nonvoting representative of the governor’s office.

April 26, 2019

Source: michigan.gov

Became cochair of the Michigan Task Force on Jail and Pretrial Incarceration, which reviewed detention practices and alternatives.

April 17, 2019

Source: michigan.gov

Served as the inaugural director of the University of Michigan Center for Social Media Responsibility, addressing misinformation and online communication. Previously developed Microsoft’s SharePoint software and directed MoveOn’s 2012 Voters Rising election mobilization program.

April 5, 2018

Source: cse.engin.umich.edu

Helped engineer Improve Detroit, an app for reporting maintenance and security problems, and opened Detroit’s public data to residents. Received the University of Michigan’s Outstanding Recent Alumni Award and spoke about technology and civic engagement.

October 28, 2015

Source: cse.engin.umich.edu