Democratic Caucus Responds to Revoked Funding

Democratic Caucus Responds to Revoked Funding

Members of the Senate Democratic Caucus took action this week following last week’s surprising decision by the House Appropriations Committee to cancel almost $645 million in ongoing funding to work projects. The projects were all approved during the FY25 budget...
House Appeals Bill Presentation Ruling

House Appeals Bill Presentation Ruling

Michigan House Republicans are appealing a Court of Appeals (COA) decision requiring them to present all legislation that passes both chambers to the governor. In the appeal to the Michigan Supreme Court, they’re stating a lack of standing by the Senate and a...
Senate Moves PPO Reforms

Senate Moves PPO Reforms

The Michigan Senate unanimously approved two bills that seek to ensure personal protection orders (PPO) are immediately served by law enforcement officials at no cost. Key Points: Senate Bills 611 and 612 were introduced by Senator Stephaie Chang (D-Detroit) and...
Court Rules House Must Present Bills

Court Rules House Must Present Bills

This week, the Michigan Court of Appeals (COA) agreed with a lower court that legislation that passes both chambers is required to be presented to the governor. Background: Nine bills passed both the House and Senate at the end of 2024 but weren’t presented to the...