Governor Signs Air Base Funding

Governor Signs Air Base Funding

This week, Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed a bipartisan bill appropriating $152 million in funding to upgrade the runways and infrastructure at Selfridge Air National Guard Base. Signing the bill prior to the June 1 deadline unlocked $792 million in federal...
Governor Signs Air Base Funding

Legislature Approves Supplemental

The Senate voted this week to appropriate $152 million in state funding to build two new runways at Selfridge Air National Guard Base. According to proponents of the supplemental, state funding is needed to ensure the 2028 deadline agreed to by federal and state...
Last Week on the MLC Blog

Last Week on the MLC Blog

Over the past week, we covered these topics on the MLC Blog… The Michigan Supreme Court heard oral arguments in a legal challenge regarding presenting passed legislation to the governor. Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced promotions and new hires for staff within the...
Executive Office Staff Updates

Executive Office Staff Updates

Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced promotions and new hires for staff within the executive office. Terry Krinvic, Deputy Chief of Staff – She previously served as director of scheduling in the executive office. Prior to joining the governor’s office, she advised a...
Governor Signs Order Addressing Gas Prices

Governor Signs Order Addressing Gas Prices

In response to rising gas prices, Governor Gretchen Whitmer issued an executive order, declaring an energy emergency. According to the governor, it will save drivers money at the gas pump by easing requirements on fuel blends, allowing the sale of...