Michigan politics

Michigan Board Advances Minimum Wage Referendum

News Summary The Michigan Board of Canvassers has approved a referendum to potentially overturn laws limiting the state's minimum wage…

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Michigan House Approves $2.3 Billion Higher Education Budget

News Summary The Michigan House has passed a $2.3 billion higher education budget, implementing significant funding cuts to the University…

2 days ago

Michigan Lawmakers Push for Police Reform Legislation

News Summary In Michigan, a bipartisan coalition of lawmakers is advocating for a new package of police reform bills. These…

3 days ago

Michigan House Republicans Pass Controversial Education Budget

News Summary On June 11, Michigan House Republicans approved a $21.9 billion K-12 education budget that raises per-pupil funding but…

3 days ago

Michigan Lawmakers Push for Tenant Empowerment Legislation

News Summary Michigan lawmakers are advancing a "Tenant Empowerment Package" aimed at enhancing renters' rights. Key proposals include requiring landlords…

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Michigan Republicans Sue Secretary of State Over Election Training Materials

News Summary Michigan Republicans have filed a lawsuit against Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson for allegedly withholding requested election training…

1 week ago

Michigan Proposes New Measures to Combat EBT Fraud

News Summary Michigan lawmakers have proposed a new bill to combat fraud in the state's food assistance program by requiring…

1 week ago

Governor Whitmer Warns of SNAP Funding Cuts in Michigan

News Summary Governor Gretchen Whitmer expresses concern over significant cuts to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) in Michigan, potentially…

2 weeks ago

Proposed Cuts to SNAP Could Cost Michigan $900 Million

News Summary Proposed budget cuts under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act could lead to a staggering $900 million loss…

2 weeks ago

Kent and Kalamazoo Counties Designated as Sanctuary Jurisdictions

News Summary The Trump administration has labeled Kent County and Kalamazoo County in Michigan as 'sanctuary jurisdictions.' This designation could…

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