Felicia Brabec Explained

Felicia Brabec (born 1974) is an American politician serving as a member of the Michigan House of Representatives from the 33rd district.

She was elected to the Michigan House of Representatives for the 55th district in 2020, and assumed office on January 1, 2021. In 2022, she was elected for the 33d district, and assumed office in 2023. She chose not to seek re-election in 2024, instead preparing to run for state senate in 2026.^[1]

Early life and education

Brabec was born around 1974 in Aurora, Illinois.^[2] In 1995, Brabec earned a bachelor's degree from Saint Mary's College. In 1997, Brabec earned a master's degree from Boston College. In 2003, Brabec earned a Ph.D. from the Illinois School of Professional Psychology.^[3] Later that year, Brabec moved to Ann Arbor, Michigan, for a post-doctoral fellowship at the University of Michigan.^[2]

Career

Brabec is a clinical psychologist who owns her own private practice.^{[2] [4]} She has worked in this capacity with the University of Michigan Counseling and Psychological Services. She has also served as a high school social worker. In 2020, in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Brabec co-founded the website, MI Frontline Support, a statewide website which compiled mental health resources for frontline workers, who had to work during the pandemic.^{[5] [6]} Brabec serves on the board of directors for the nonprofit food bank, Food Gatherers.^[2] She also is involved with the mental health organizations Garrett's Space and the Washtenaw Psychology Society.^{[2] [3]}

Brabec was appointed to the Washtenaw County Board of Commissioners' 4th district seat in 2011.^[7] Brabec served as chair of the board from 2015 to 2016.^[8] In 2020, Brabec did not seek re-election, and instead ran for the Michigan House of Representatives representing the 55th district.^{[9] [10]} On November 3, 2020, Brabec was elected to the Michigan House of Representatives and represented the 55th district starting on January 1, 2021. In 2022, Brabec was elected to represent the 33d district. In 2024, she endorsed her director of constituent services, Morgan Foreman, to replace her in the seat.

Personal life

Brabec lives in Pittsfield Charter Township, Michigan.^[2] Brabec is married to David. Together they have two children.^[2]

External links

• Official website
• MI Frontline Support

Notes and References

1. Web site: Stanton . Ryan . 2024-03-19 . Ann Arbor-area rep won’t seek reelection in Michigan House, plans to run for Senate . 2024-11-17 . mlive . en.
2. Web site: Washtenaw County commissioner announces campaign for state House. . March 14, 2021.
3. Web site: Felicia Brabec. . March 14, 2021.
4. Web site: 2 Democrats face off in Ann Arbor-area 55th District House primary. . March 14, 2021.
5. Web site: Local Mental Health Care Practitioners Launch A Website Offering Support During Current Pandemic. . March 14, 2021.
6. Web site: Michigan clinicians offer mental health resources to coronavirus frontline workers. . March 14, 2021.
7. Web site: Washtenaw County Board of Commissioners selects new chairwoman. . March 14, 2021.
8. Web site: Democrats sweep Washtenaw County State Rep. races. . March 14, 2021.
9. Web site: Large Democratic field running to represent Pittsfield Township on Washtenaw's Board of Commissioners. . March 14, 2021.
10. Web site: Legislator Details - Legislators . 2024-08-14 . mdoe.state.mi.us.