A governor-appointed commission says state must spend $4 billion more annually to update roads, bridges, energy and water systems. Michigan spends a smaller portion on infrastructure than the U.S. average.
Lindsay VanHulle
Lindsay VanHulle is a former reporter for Bridge Magazine
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Unions vow to fight Lansing on public pensions, health care
Supporters of the bills, including GOP legislators and some municipalities, say generous benefits were promised decades ago in different economic times and are now unsustainable. Teachers and city workers say they’ve sacrificed enough.
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Business groups split on state Senate energy bills
Some large industrial companies and school districts saying the current legislation would force less expensive alternative electric suppliers out of business.
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How Trump impacts Michigan autos, healthcare and energy policy
President-elect Donald Trump has promised sweeping changes in trade policy, environmental regulations and Obamacare on the campaign trail. Here’s how these issues critical to Michigan are likely to play out, according to business and political leaders.
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Capitol Briefings: Bills would clarify insurance coverage for Uber, Lyft drivers
Michigan’s bills adapted from model language used in 40 states, insurance industry say
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Bills spark debate over ride-sharing upstarts at airports
Legislation to create a statewide licensing system for the ride-hailing companies, which let customers summon rides through smartphone apps, has the airports fighting back to protect other revenue streams
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Democratic gains in House could shift debate on infrastructure funding
Michigan faces huge funding decisions on roads and water infrastructure as well as energy policy. In a state dominated by Republican leadership, will Democratic gains in the House on Nov. 8 change the legislative calculus?
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A budding market for risk-taking pot entrepreneurs
New businesses, from tech firms to labs, are forming to support Michigan’s growing medical marijuana industry, betting on full legalization one day
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Michigan could gain millions in tax revenue in legal marijuana market
Changes in the medical marijuana market in Michigan could lead to more than $63 million in new tax revenue, estimates show
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Gilbert brownfield bill raises questions about lost state revenue
Though advocates of a plan to capture Michigan sales and income taxes to offset the costs of large development projects contend the state wouldn’t award a project that didn’t yield more revenue than it gives away, criticism remains that bill is a giveaway to developers.