Affordability
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Michigan Dems push for action on prescription drug board bills
Four Democratic House members are renewing the call for action on prescription drug affordability, sharing support for three bills awaiting action on the House floor.
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Michigan lawmakers look to break (another) state funding record for public schools
Democratic lawmakers are hashing out plans to bring state funding for Michigan’s public schools to another new, all-time high—and ensure teachers are paid fairly.
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Whitmer rolls out tax credits to help keep rent affordable for thousands of Michiganders
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer announced a series of tax credits to help developers build or rehabilitate more than 1,000 affordable rental homes across Michigan.
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Poll shows support for working parents tax credit in Michigan
A new poll shows widespread support for a new tax credit that would put money back in the pockets of working parents in Michigan.
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Gilchrist unveils plan for high-speed internet access in Michigan
A program to ensure every Michigander has access to affordable, reliable high-speed internet was unveiled Thursday by Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist.
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Michigan farms claim victory as Biden closes meat labeling loophole
Ex-President Donald Trump sided with big meatpacking companies over local, family-owned farms. But under President Joe Biden, federal policies are changing.
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Michigan leaders stand behind Biden in ‘fight for the soul of the nation’
Democrats are drawing a clear contrast between President Biden’s effort to lower costs and create jobs and ex-President Trump’s “record of failed policies.”
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Report: Biden’s clean energy investments turn Michigan into ‘manufacturing powerhouse’
Legislation signed by President Joe Biden has led to $21.5 billion in clean energy projects announced in Michigan, creating more than 20,000 jobs.
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Lansing uses American Rescue Plan funds to empower Black-owned businesses
Funding from President Joe Biden’s American Rescue Plan Act still paying dividends for Black-owned businesses in Michigan.
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Biden administration will lend $1.5B to restart Michigan nuclear power plant
The federal government will provide a $1.5 billion loan to restart a nuclear power plant in southwestern Michigan, officials announced Wednesday.
