by Liz Gullett | Jul 31, 2026 | Liz Gullett
Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed three bills expanding local abatement and transformational brownfield programs. These bills extend development opportunities across Michigan to help Michiganders build thriving communities and deliver on the governor’s promises made in...
by Liz Gullett | Jun 26, 2026 | Liz Gullett
This week, the Michigan Senate passed a bill increasing avenues for affordable housing through the Michigan State Housing Development Authority. Specifically, it would expand eligibility for the Michigan Housing and Community Development Program to include...
by Liz Gullett | Jun 5, 2026 | Liz Gullett
The Senate Housing and Human Services Committee reported legislation creating a Michigan Housing Opportunity Credit, aiming to increase the supply of guaranteed affordable housing in Michigan. Currently, Michigan has 200,000 low-income households unable to find...
by Liz Gullett | Jun 5, 2026 | Liz Gullett
Governor Gretchen Whitmer highlighted the 2026 Poverty Task Force Report this week, highlighting the scope of poverty’s impact across Michigan and providing recommendations to lift people out of poverty. Additionally, the report details how to best connect families...
by Liz Gullett | May 22, 2026 | Liz Gullett
The House voted along near party lines to pass major reforms to various taxes in Michigan. Nicknamed HELP US (House Effectively Lowering Property Taxes and Utility Payments), the sponsors state their plan will cut nearly $5 billion in property taxes and reduce utility...
