In emotional testimony, the head of a group advising lawmakers on the drug crisis says state officials are thwarting its efforts. Transparency concerns follow complaints local governments aren’t moving fast enough.
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer
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$550 checks in Michigan: Who's getting them, who isn't?
The Michigan Department of Treasury began sending out retroactive checks to individuals who qualified for the Earned Income Tax Credit in 2022.
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Gun, abortion, energy reform among 142 Michigan laws taking effect Tuesday
Of the 321 bills signed into law by Gov. Gretchen Whitmer in 2023, 142 will take effect Tuesday — including changes to abortion rights, pension taxes, energy policy and gun regulations.
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Gretchen Whitmer seeks another $150M to restart Palisades nuclear plant
The plant could be a key for Michigan to realize its transition away from fossil fuels, but environmental groups are upset by the governor’s proposal to double the state’s financial support for Palisades.
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Whitmer proposes $80.7B budget for a ‘Michigan Guarantee’
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer unveiled an $80.7 billion spending proposal for the state’s next budget cycle, calling for a handful of initiatives centered around a ‘Michigan Guarantee’ of educational access and economic opportunities.
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Whitmer to call for more family planning funds in budget proposal
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer will call for $26.6 million in funding for family planning and maternal health services in her executive budget proposal Wednesday, aiming for improved maternal and infant health and increased access to contraception and other reproductive health care.
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Biden joins UAW in Michigan: ‘When labor does well, everybody does well’
President Joe Biden returned to Michigan Thursday, joining UAW members just weeks ahead of the state’s Feb. 27 primary that is likely to set up a general election rematch with former President Donald Trump.
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Big bucks for Michigan Dems: Slotkin, Tlaib, Whitmer, Benson report hauls
Money alone doesn’t win elections, but Michigan Democrats Elissa Slotkin and Rashida Tlaib are pulling in big bucks, while Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson are raising funds for others.
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How Michigan pork spending rose tenfold to $1B under Whitmer (with GOP help)
The Democrat came into office criticizing lawmakers’ pet projects. Buoyed by a federal windfall, she and fellow lawmakers — including Republicans — have learned to love them.
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How Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer could win the White House — this year
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer is working to help re-elect President Joe Biden. But if he drops out, experts predict Whitmer could be a top pick to replace him at the Democratic National Convention.