• MIRS Biographical Profiles

• View Printable Version

MacDonald, Michael D. (R)

Office: 4200 Binsfeld Building Term: First Phone: (517) 373-7315 Email: senmmacdonald@senate.michigan.gov Home Address: 45307 Northport Dr., Apt. 3101, Macomb, MI 48044 Website: https://www.senatormichaelmacdonald.com/ Seat Number: 23 Standing Committees: Economic and Small Business Development, Health Policy and Human Services, Appropriations Subcommittees: Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) / Insurance and Financial Services (DIFS)(VC), Community Health/Human Services, General Government, Transportation, Universities and Community Colleges (C) = Chair, (VC) = Vice Chair

POLITICAL CAREER

Sen. MacDonald won the state's 10th Senate District after he defeated former Democratic Rep. Henry YANEZ by securing 51.02 percent of the vote. 

MacDonald defeated three other Republicans in the August 2018 primary after he secured 59.4 percent of the vote. 

WORK EXPERIENCE

Sen. MacDonald was a financial representative for Northwestern Mutual and vice president of the Michigan Air Force Association.  He has worked as a doctoral researcher for the University of Phoenix. 

To read MIRS biography of Sen. MacDonald, click here.

EDUCATION

He holds a doctorate from the University of Phoenix in Health Administration and a master's degree in business administration. 

PERSONAL

He lives in Macomb Township with his wife Lauraane and their dog, Gizmo. 

CIVIC ACTIVITIES

He serves as a board member of the Friends of Macomb Township Foundation and is a member of the Clinton Township Kiwanis Club. 

Sen. MacDonald also serves as a doctoral mentor to those pursuing their doctoral degree. 

LEAD STAFF PERSON:

Additional Information