State Legislature
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Whitmer talks path forward with a Trump presidency and GOP-held Michigan House
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer said she is focusing on areas where she can find shared priorities with the incoming Trump administration.
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Reports break down the benefits of paid family and medical leave programs
With the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity (LEO) releasing two reports outlining the potential benefits of a state paid leave program, members of the MI Paid Leave for All Coalition are continuing to press lawmakers to move forward with bills establishing family and medical leave programs.
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Here’s what we know about how Michiganders voted in this year’s election
Republicans have dismantled Democratic control of the state Legislature—but appear to have lost other key races as Michigan’s presidential election results continue to be tallied.
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Gun safety group backs Kyra Harris Bolden and Kimberly Ann Thomas for state Supreme Court
The largest gun violence prevention organization in the country is urging Michiganders to elect Kyra Harris Bolden and Kimberly Ann Thomas to the state Supreme Court.
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New ads call out Republican-backed Michigan Supreme Court candidates over their anti-abortion records
A political action committee tied to Planned Parenthood of Michigan is warning voters to reject both Republican-backed candidates running for the state Supreme Court this year.
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Here are the top 15 Michigan House district races to watch
Control of the legislative agenda in Michigan for the next two years is on the ballot Nov. 5.
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Whitmer signs off on additional funding for schools and support for students with dyslexia
Legislation signed by Gov. Gretchen Whitmer will provide public schools with additional funding, as well as ensure students are screened for dyslexia.
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Anti-abortion, anti-LGBTQ lawmakers and groups back Andrew Fink for Michigan Supreme Court
Republican state Rep. Andrew Fink is running for a seat on Michigan’s most powerful court—and some of his biggest supporters may help shed light on his personal values.
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Whitmer signs bills to allow home health care workers to unionize, expand cash assistance program
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer on Tuesday signed a bevy of bills into law, including more than half a dozen dealing with health care and family support.
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Supplemental student mental health and safety budget headed for votes in Michigan Legislature
A supplemental state school budget that would restore about half of the money that was previously cut from grants for student mental health and school safety is headed for a vote in the Michigan legislature.
