Michigan lawmakers
Coverage of Michigan lawmakers in the Nexus archive.
- Michigan lawmakers push to rein in energy rates, hold utility companies accountable
Michigan lawmakers are proposing competing plans to address rising energy rates and utility company accountability, with Democrats introducing a three-bill package called the 'Ratepayer Bill of Rights' and Republicans advancing their own measures focused on affordability and reliability. The debate follows concerns over high summer bills and storm-related outages, with both parties citing the need for improved service and cost controls.
- As racial wealth gaps persist, bills would have Michigan study reparations
Michigan lawmakers are proposing a commission to study how discriminatory housing policies have contributed to racial disparities. The article highlights that homeownership is a major factor in household wealth and links historical policies to persistent racial wealth gaps.
- Michigan lawmakers OK $125M in earmarks, from Tulip Time to eviction aid
Michigan's new state budget includes $125 million in earmarks, allocating funds for the Tulip Time Festival in Holland and providing eviction aid.
- Michigan lawmakers pass $84B budget, 67 bills in marathon session
Michigan lawmakers passed an $84 billion budget and 67 bills in a marathon session, missing the July 1 statutory deadline for the second consecutive year but finalizing the budget months ahead of 2025 to avoid a government shutdown.
- Michigan lawmakers advance bills to mandate literacy training for teachers
Michigan lawmakers advanced bills to mandate literacy training for teachers through a House committee. The legislation is set to move to the full House for further consideration.