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700K Michigan families to get tax refunds in February
Beginning in Februrary, recent legislation will translate to tax rebate checks averaging approximately $550 for more than 700,000 Michigan families.
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How Whitmer’s fight for abortion rights helped turn Michigan blue
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer said that Democrats have won in Michigan, in part, because of their unapologetic support for reproductive rights.
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New laws to reform Michigan juvenile justice system
Bipartisan legislation is set to reform Michigan’s juvenile justice system and better position Michigan youth for success.
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Whitmer repeals ‘rape insurance’ law amid long fight for reproductive rights
Democratic-led legislation signed into law this week by Gov. Gretchen Whitmer will officially repeal Michigan’s so-called “rape insurance” law.
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Whitmer signs new transparency laws for elected officials
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed off on a package of bills to implement the financial disclosure requirements of Proposal 1, which was approved by voters in 2022.
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500+ Michigan families benefit from new state support before holidays
A state-funded financial assistance program has delivered resources to more than 500 Michigan families over the last two months, according to state officials.
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Judge orders last sentences tied to plot to kidnap Whitmer
A judge handed down the last sentences Thursday in a plot to kidnap Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, sending one man to prison and putting another on probation.
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Whitmer signs law making it easier to sue drug companies
Michiganders who are harmed by faulty drugs will be able to pursue legal action against pharmaceutical companies under a new law signed this week.
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Whitmer signs laws to protect healthcare workers in Michigan
Two bills signed into law this week will stiffen the criminal penalties for people convicted of assaulting doctors, nurses, or other employees of healthcare systems in Michigan. MICHIGAN—Gov. Gretchen Whitmer said two bipartisan bills signed into law this week will help curb violence directed at healthcare workers, better protect doctors and nurses on the job,…
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Federal grants to fix up 8 Michigan parks—and preserve a big chunk of the Upper Peninsula
Funding from President Biden’s American Rescue Plan is being put to work in Michigan to improve outdoor recreation and protect about 8,000 acres of land.
