State Leaders
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Whitmer signs law to keep Michigan kids focused on class—not toothaches
A new state law will help ensure thousands of Michigan children have access to dental care before they go to kindergarten.
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State grants to make country living even more affordable in Michigan
Millions of dollars in state funds are helping Michigan towns build more affordable housing—and the investments could help rural communities more than most.
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12 Michigan Republicans who rejected their own districts’ views on abortion
Millions of Michiganders voted last year to cement reproductive rights into the state Constitution. But that hasn’t stopped Republican opposition.
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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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Michigan GOP to oust Karamo amid alleged bankruptcy risk
A former Michigan Republican District chair, and one-time staunch supporter of Kristina Karamo, says there are enough votes to oust her as state GOP chair.
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Judge closes Flint water case against Snyder
A judge dismissed charges against former Gov. Rick Snyder in the Flint water scandal and ordered that police records and his booking photo be destroyed.
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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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Nessel hopes child abuse case will spark changes in law
More than 30 criminal charges were filed against two Clinton County couples for adopting children from previously abusive homes for financial gain.
