Michigan Democrats are fast-tracking a bill to move up the state’s presidential primary dates. But Republicans worry doing so may shrink their representation in the Republican National Convention.
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.
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Michigan Democrats, back in power in Lansing, eye quick action on tax cuts
First action is likely an expansion of a tax credit for lower-wage earners. Despite calls for unity and bipartisanship, Democrats and Republicans are already sniping over who should get credit.
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After Oxford, Michigan Democrats see gun safety as part of school agenda
A bipartisan House panel created after the deadly shootings at Oxford High School did not address gun safety in its recommendations because it could not reach consensus. Now, with a Democratic led House and Senate, advocates see an opening.
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Hey Michigan Dems: Here are four ways to score bipartisan wins this year
Democrats are running the show in the Capitol this term, but enjoy only slight majorities in the House and Senate. Here are some issues likely to earn Republican support as they seek early victories.
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These are the big Michigan education issues we’re watching in 2023
Chronic absenteeism, charter school transparency, third-grade retention and early childhood education are expected to be top issues this year as Democrats take the full levers of power in Lansing.
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Meet Michigan’s new lawmakers: They’re younger, more educated, less diverse
The Michigan Legislature is full of folks who haven’t served in office, are Millennials or Gen X and come from backgrounds in teaching and business. There are more women, but fewer Black lawmakers.
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Michigan Democrats aiming to erase business friendly environmental laws
From polluter pay laws to plastic bag bans, Democratic lawmakers and environmental advocates hope to reverse Republican-passed laws and revisit Democratic issues that faltered in the Republican-led Legislature.
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Gov. Whitmer sworn in for second term: 8 issues to watch in 2023 in Michigan
At her inauguration, Whitmer pledges work gun reform, tax cuts for seniors and legislation surrounding climate control. What else to expect from her next four years.
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New Michigan Senate Leader Winnie Brinks: Let’s end ‘toxic time in politics’
The top Democrat in the Senate hopes to build consensus but isn’t shying away from potentially partisan legislation like repeal of the state’s GOP Right-to-Work law.
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Gretchen Whitmer won’t boost gas taxes. But maybe a mileage tax for roads?
The governor wants to rethink the way Michigan funds road repairs as the auto industry shifts toward electric vehicles that don’t use any fuel at all.