Michigan State Employees Association

05/14/2026

Robare was conducting fishing patrol in the area and happened to be driving between bodies of water when the call of an active shooter went out.

https://www.woodtv.com/news/michigan/dnr-conservation-officer-awarded-medal-of-valor-for-response-to-grand-blanc-church-attack/

05/10/2026

Thank you to the law enforcement officers who put on the badge every day and dedicate their lives to protecting our communities.

During National Law Enforcement Week, we recognize the courage, sacrifice, and commitment of officers who work tirelessly to keep our communities safe.

We also honor and remember the officers who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. Their service and bravery will never be forgotten.

05/10/2026

05/06/2026

Motor Carrier Officer Clyde Gentry spoke in Lansing today prior to the Supreme Court hearing about the stalled healthcare and pension bills. Some MSEA Staff, MSP Spokesperson MCO Gentry, President VanSickle, Secretary Stoken, and Region 6 Director Doyle attended the press conference and sat in on the oral arguments this morning. We are hopeful the Supreme Court will uphold the lower courts previous decision and force the Michigan House to send the stalled bills to the governor. The fight is not over.

03/15/2026

March 15th is Michigan Conservation Officer Appreciation Day! Thank you for your service and dedication to the community and our resources.

03/11/2026

Senator John Damoose took to the floor to continue spreading the word and restate the need for our State Law Enforcement Officers to have the pension plan they are rightfully due after having the legislation passed in both chambers. MSEA will keep members updated on the status of the pension bills and the pending Michigan Supreme Court case.

03/06/2026

MCO Josh Roll was presented with the HeartSaver Hero Award by the American Heart Association back in February for his swift actions to save his neighbors life even while off duty. Thank you MCO Roll for your service and dedication to our state and community!

An off-duty Michigan State Police motor carrier officer is being recognized after helping save a neighbor’s life during a cardiac emergency.

Motor Carrier Officer Josh Roll, of the Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Division, received the American Heart Association’s HeartSaver Hero Award on February 11. He was also presented with the Michigan State Police Lifesaving Award on February 25 for his quick actions during the incident.

The emergency happened October 10, 2025, when Roll was contacted by a neighbor about a medical situation. Though off duty, Roll immediately grabbed his first aid kit and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) from his patrol vehicle and rushed to help.

DETAILS: https://upnorthlive.com/news/local/off-duty-msp-officer-saves-neighbor-cardiac-arrest-award-michigan-state-police-josh-roll-life-saving

03/04/2026

This week during Women in Construction week MSEA proudly recognizes the women in our Labor & Trades bargaining unit for all the work they do moving the State of Michigan forward. They are integral in the workforce that maintains the infrastructure that the citizens of Michigan count on. Today we highlight our MSEA Departmental Spokesperson and Region 6 Director, Jesse Stoken. Jesse works at MDOT as Transportation Maintenance Worker. She has worked in construction prior to MDOT as well. Jesse is a shining example of not only how women are vital to the construction workforce but also can be a dynamic leader.

02/27/2026

During the State of the State address Governor Whitmer recognized and honored the DNR Officer, the Grand Blanc Township Officer and their departments after their heroic response to the Grand Blanc mass incident. Thank you for your swift action and thank you to all who serve our state and local communities!

https://www.mlive.com/politics/2026/02/governor-offers-thanks-to-pair-of-heroes-who-responded-to-michigan-church-mass-killing.html?utm_campaign=mlivedotcom_sf&utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebooknt

Applause rang out inside the Michigan Capital Building after Gov. Gretchen Whitmer took a moment during her final State of the State address Wednesday night to offer thanks to a pair of law enforcement officers who helped in the response to a mass killing at a Grand Blanc Township church.

02/05/2026

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