Issues & Priorities
Kathy is working for solutions to the challenges facing Michigan families.
Affordability
Making Michigan Affordable for Working Families
Kathy Schmaltz has made affordability a top priority, focusing on policies that help ease the financial burden on working families and seniors. She understands that families are the foundation of our communities and is working to ensure that you can keep more of what you earn while managing everyday costs.
Kathy's Record:
- No Tax on Tips
- No Tax on Overtime
- No Tax on Social Security
- Working on Cutting Property Taxes
- Working on Cutting Income Taxes
Education
Investing in Our Children and Teachers
Kathy Schmaltz is focused on strengthening education by investing in students, supporting teachers, and preparing the next generation for success. Kathy has backed efforts to increase school funding, expand career and skilled trades opportunities, and give local schools more flexibility to meet the needs of their students and communities. Kathy has also introduced legislation to ensure the science of reading is taught in our schools, and teachers receive the training they have long been requesting.
"Education is about preparing our kids for the future. That means investing in our schools, supporting our teachers, and making sure every student has the opportunity to succeed—whether that's in college, in skilled trades, or the workforce."
Kathy's Record:
- Increasing per-pupil funding and investing more dollars in classrooms
- Expanding career and technical education (CTE) and skilled trades programs
- Supporting teachers and addressing workforce shortages
- Giving local schools more flexibility and control
- Strengthening student safety and mental health resources
- Ensuring that there are reading programs for children with dyslexia
Infrastructure
Building a Michigan That Works
Kathy Schmaltz has made fixing our roads and infrastructure a priority, working across the aisle to deliver real, long-term solutions. She helped pass a bipartisan plan that dedicates $2 billion every year to repair and rebuild Michigan's roads — because safe, reliable infrastructure is essential for families, workers, and local economies.
Kathy's Record:
- $2 billion annually dedicated to fixing local and state roads
- Prioritizing repairs to the roads people use every day
- Ensuring funding is used efficiently and transparently
- Investing in safer roads and stronger communities
Public Safety
Keeping Our Communities Safe
As a member of the Law Enforcement Caucus, Kathy Schmaltz is focused on making sure communities have the resources they need to stay safe. She supported the Public Safety Trust Fund to provide reliable, long-term funding for law enforcement and first responders across Michigan.
"Public safety is a top priority. That's why I supported the Public Safety Trust Fund—delivering over $100 million in dedicated funding to support our police, fire, and emergency services. When we invest in those who protect us, we make our communities stronger and safer."
Kathy's Record:
- Delivering over $100 million in dedicated public safety funding
- Supporting police, fire, and emergency responders
- Strengthening recruitment, training, and retention efforts
- Backing local departments and community safety initiatives
- Keeping neighborhoods safe for Michigan families
Ready to Make a Difference?
These priorities require action, not just words. Join our campaign and help fight for Michigan families.