Big Step Forward for Water Affordability in Michigan
Freshwater Future applauds Representative Dievendorf’s newly introduced “Affordable Water Now” bill in Michigan that is receiving strong support as a much-needed solution for the hundreds of thousands of Michiganders struggling to pay their water bills. “The Affordable Water Now legislation offers a commonsense solution to Michigan’s water affordability crisis by lowering costs, increasing collections, and protecting vulnerable households,” states Jill Ryan, Executive Director at Freshwater Future. “Michigan is surrounded by freshwater—there’s no reason our families should be paying more than most Americans for this basic need. This bill is a chance to give Michigan families a break, with income-based billing, debt forgiveness, and shutoff protections that make water both affordable and sustainable” added Ryan.
If you live in Michigan, send a letter to your legislator asking them to cosponsor the bill. Go to our simple take action form to send your letter: https://secure.everyaction.com/kwZdzPSggU2AOxPyFXzJVg2
Join Our Monthly Mindfulness + Movement Practice for Water Protectors
Upcoming Session – June 26th @ 11:30 ET
Each month, we gather for a wellness practice called Mindfulness and Movement to help you reduce stress and re-energize your water work. Please join us for our next session, Thursday, June 26th at 11:30 am (Eastern), led by Jonathan Relucio, a mindfulness expert with 20+ years of experience. Register to join our next 45-minute session and share the invite with your colleagues and friends! Use this link to register now: https://secure.everyaction.com/4d4DUlbIckGwN2pAGr1jag2
Welcome, 2025 Summer Fellows!
Freshwater Future is proud to host two graduate students, Angelique Willis and Katelyn Connelly, this summer from the Environmental Fellows Program at the Yale School of the Environment. Read more about Angelique and Katelyn HERE!
