Michigan Senate passes Filter First legislation to ensure safe drinking water at schools, child care centers

May 1st, 20230 LANSING  — On Thursday, April 20, the Michigan Senate voted to pass Senate Bills 88 and 89, the Filter First legislation, which would protect children from lead in drinking water at schools and child care centers.  The bills are sponsored by Sens. John Cherry (D-Flint) and Sylvia Santana (D-Detroit). The bills will require all...