by Liz Gullett | Feb 7, 2025 | Liz Gullett
On behalf of the Michigan Senate, Senate Majority Leader Winnie Brinks (D-Grand Rapids) filed a lawsuit in the Michigan Court of Claims over bills that were passed at the end of 2024 but weren’t presented to Governor Whitmer. According to the lawsuit, the Speaker of...
by Liz Gullett | Jan 24, 2025 | Liz Gullett
This year, Governor Gretchen Whitmer will deliver the annual State of the State address on Wednesday, February 26. In keeping with tradition, it will be held in the Michigan House Chambers in front of a joint session of the Michigan House of Representatives and the...
by Liz Gullett | Jan 17, 2025 | Liz Gullett
At the Detroit Auto Show, Governor Gretchen Whitmer delivered the “Road Ahead Address,” presenting some of her top priorities for the final two years of her term. According to the governor, this specific topic was too important to wait for the State of the State...
by Liz Gullett | Aug 16, 2024 | Liz Gullett
Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced promotions and hires within the executive office. The changes are detailed below. Policy: Marc Rehmann, Advisor – He will lead efforts on key issues, including economic development and the state budget. Zoe Ahlstrom, Interim Policy...
by Liz Gullett | Aug 1, 2024 | Liz Gullett
This week, the Black Leadership Advisory Council (BLAC) launched their latest policy recommendations, which seek to remove barriers for Black families and communities and build a more inclusive Michigan. The 2024 report includes eight policy recommendations centered...
