Video from Senator Thomas A. Albert
Sen. Albert explains vote on youth workplace safety
It doesn’t make sense to shift the youth work permit process away from local schools and put a big state bureaucracy in charge instead. It’s going to lead to fewer kids having safe work opportunities. (November 7, 2024)
Sen. Albert explains vote on youth workplace safety
It doesn’t make sense to shift the youth work permit process away from local schools and put a big state bureaucracy in charge instead. It’s going to lead to fewer kids having safe work opportunities. (November 7, 2024)
Sen. Albert offers youth workplace safety plan
My alternative, which Democrats rejected, would have provided significantly tougher penalties for bad actors while keeping routine and less serious offenses subject to administrative fines. I am very disappointed this compromise was not adopted. (November 7, 2024)
Sen. Albert offers alternative plan for corrections officers
Sen. Thomas Albert offered an alternative plan to Senate Bill 166 which would have provided retention bonuses, a greatly increased 401(k) match, and more. (October 30, 2024)
Sen. Albert explains vote on corrections officer plan
Corrections officers deserve higher pay, a better retirement package and other changes to improve their working conditions. But reverting to a pension plan is not the solution. (October 30, 2024)
Sen. Albert: Min Wage and Paid Sick Leave Changes are Needed
Senator Thomas Albert discusses the real world impact the recent Supreme Court decision related to Michigan’s minimum wage and paid sick leave will in Michigan. He explains how these policies will have disastrous consequences for workers and job providers. (September 26, 2024)
Sen. Albert blasts Democrats’ spin job on school safety, mental health
Senator Albert explains why he voted against a partisan Democratic proposal related to school safety and mental health funding. Playing political games with funding for our kids is wrong. (September 25, 2024)
Sen. Albert: Democrats’ teacher retirement fund raid is irresponsible
Sen. Albert provides his explanation for voting against Senate Bill 911, which diverts debt payments away from the Michigan Public School Employees’ Retirement System. (September 17, 2024)
Sen. Albert works to save tips for restaurant workers
The Legislature must act to help save the jobs of restaurant workers in the aftermath of a recent Michigan Supreme Court ruling. The court’s order would significantly increase costs in an industry still reeling from pandemic shutdowns and high inflation.
Sen. Albert: Preschool Can Offer Your Child a Great Start
Preschool offers a great opportunity for your children to have fun, make friends, and gain the tools they need to thrive in kindergarten. Senator Albert explains that many children are eligible to attend preschool at no cost through taxpayer-funded programs, depending on their family income. Since you’re already contributing to preschool through your tax dollars, it’s worth exploring the options available in your area.
‘Tipped wage’ changes from restaurant viewpoint
Senator Thomas Albert is joined by Erin VanEpps, owner of Main Street BBQ in Lowell, to discuss the Michigan Supreme Court’s recent decision on tipped wages, how it will affect her staff, and the restaurant industry.
Sen. Albert: Democrats raid teacher pension fund and shortchange students
Sen. Thomas Albert explains why he voted against House Bill 5507. (June 27, 2024)
Sen. Albert: Plan will worsen skilled trades shortage
Sen. Thomas Albert explains how a Democratic plan will add to construction costs and make it harder for small businesses to hire plumbing and electrician apprentices. (June 26, 2024)