State Law
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Local election workers fear threats to their safety as November nears. One group is trying to help.
A recent gathering in Traverse City was part of a national effort to train local election workers on how they can respond to threats and work with law enforcement to counter them.
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Former Michigan House leader and wife charged with financial crimes for misuse of political funds
State prosecutors charged former Michigan House Speaker Lee Chatfield (and his wife) with several financial crimes on Tuesday.
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State Board of Education seeks greater transparency of Michigan’s charter schools
The state Board of Education is requesting that lawmakers pass legislation to increase transparency about finances in Michigan’s charter schools.
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‘You are not safe’: Elizabeth Warren warns Michigan women ahead of presidential election
During a visit to Michigan, US Sen. Elizabeth Warren offered a stark warning to Michigan voters ahead of the presidential election:
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Federal judge rejects GOP lawmaker suit over state election laws
A federal judge rejected a lawsuit brought by 11 Republican state legislators who sought to challenge the constitutionality of Michigan’s election laws.
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Whitmer ‘confident’ Trump will sign federal abortion ban if given the chance
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer said ex-President Donald Trump is still taking pride in letting politicians interfere in private medical decisions for women.
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GOP nominee for special Michigan House election opposes abortion ‘without exception’
Josh Powell, a candidate for a special Michigan House election this month, said during a GOP event that he opposes all abortion “without exception.”
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Whitmer signs bills to support IVF patients, legalize paid surrogacy
The Michigan Family Protection Act will create legal protections for parents who use fertility treatments, surrogacy, or assisted reproduction.
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Court approves new Michigan House district map
A three-judge federal court panel has affirmed new boundaries drawn by the Michigan Independent Citizens Redistricting Commission for some state House seats.
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Michigan lawmakers want to make it cheaper to install solar energy
Legislation introduced this month in the state Senate aims to create new state rebates for installing solar power and battery storage systems at home.
