Don’t expect big new efforts to shut down Line 5 when Democrats take control. Those on both sides of the issue say the pipeline’s fate is now in the hands of a federal judge and President Joe Biden.
2023 Michigan Democratic priorities
Starting in 2023, Democrats will control the governor’s office and the Michigan Legislature, both the House and Senate, for the first time since 1984. How will they use all of this power? These are Bridge Michigan stories on their priorities from Nov. 8, 2022, the day after the election, until January 2023, when Democrats take power.
Posted inBusiness Watch
As Democrats take charge in Lansing, some business leaders sweat their agenda
As Michigan prepares for a single-party majority, some worry the state’s competitiveness could take a hit if Democrats enact a pro-labor agenda.
Posted inMichigan Government
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s to-do list: gun control, tax cuts, Right-to-Work repeal
Fresh off huge wins, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and Democrats plan to move quickly on gun security measures, ending the pension tax and finding a long-term funding source to fixing the roads.
Posted inMichigan Government
What Democratic control of Lansing will mean for Michigan schools
Tuesday’s election put Democrats in charge of the state House, Senate and governor’s office. That could mean bonuses for teachers, more funding for vulnerable districts and an end to the third-grade reading law.
Posted inMichigan Government
Michigan blue wave foils GOP plans to enact voter ID, school choice this year
When Republicans lost control of the Michigan Legislature on Tuesday, they also lost the ability to enact voter ID and voucher-like scholarship petitions without a signature from the Democratic governor.
Posted inMichigan Government
Fresh off historic wins, Michigan Democrats elect legislative leaders
Sen. Winnie Brinks, D-Grand Rapids will be the next Senate majority leader, while Rep. Joe Tate, D-Detroit, is the new House speaker.
Posted inBusiness Watch
Michigan Democrats target Right-to-Work: ‘Golden opportunity’ or ‘nuclear war’?
The controversial law was passed 10 years ago. Union membership has fallen and Democrats are champing at the bit to get repeal the measure once they take control of Lansing.
Posted inMichigan Health Watch
Abortion locked into Michigan constitution. What comes next.
When does the law take effect? What about existing state laws? Will there be lawsuits? You have questions, Bridge has answers.
Posted inMichigan Government
Michigan Democrats will control Lansing. What will they do with it?
Democrats have control of the governor’s office and House and Senate. Their wish lists include more money for education, repealing anti-union laws and more protections for abortion, LGBTQ rights.
Posted inMichigan Government
Huge wins for Democrats. They're poised to retake Michigan Legislature
Democrats sweep statewide races, flip a congressional seat and appear to have won control of the Michigan Legislature. They may have Proposal 3 and the fight for abortion rights to thank for driving voter turnout.