by Liz Gullett | Aug 29, 2025 | Liz Gullett
On Tuesday, the Michigan House of Representatives passed a $56.6 billion omnibus budget for the upcoming fiscal year, which begins on October 1. Along with the $21.9 billion School Aid budget (passed in June), the House is proposing a total 2026 Fiscal Year budget of...
by Liz Gullett | Aug 29, 2025 | Liz Gullett
The State Board of Education voted to offer the position of state superintendent to Dr. Glenn Maleyko. The current superintendent, Dr. Rice, announced in April that he was retiring effective October 3. Dr. Pamela Pugh, the Board president, will negotiate a contract...
by Liz Gullett | Aug 29, 2025 | Liz Gullett
The Senate passed bipartisan legislation seeking to expand protections for consumers when there is a data breach. Key Points: Senate Bills 360 – 364 were introduced by Senators Rosemary Bayer (D-West Bloomfield), Stephanie Chang (D-Detroit), Sue Shink (D-Northfield...
by Liz Gullett | Aug 29, 2025 | Liz Gullett
MLC will be closed on Monday, September 1, for Labor Day. The House and Senate are scheduled to hold session on Wednesday and Thursday.
by Liz Gullett | Aug 27, 2025 | Liz Gullett
Senator Ruth Johnson (R-Holly) is serving her second term in the Michigan Senate. Prior to her election to the Senate, she served two terms as Michigan’s Secretary of State. Biography She has a long history of holding elected office. From 1988 to 2004, she served 10...
