Office of Michigan Governor
Recent News About Office of Michigan Governor
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Whitmer on fuel executive order: ‘I am freeing up more gas supply’
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has taken measures to mitigate the temporary shutdown of BP’s Whiting, Indiana, oil refinery due to a fire that is expected to impact Michigan.
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Chief infrastructure officer says $50 million grant will provide ‘critical funding’ for Michigan's roads and bridges
Michigan will receive up to $50 million in aid from the Federal Highway Administration to reimburse emergency repairs on infrastructure in Central Michigan that was damaged due to flooding in 2020, according to a state government news release.
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Whitmer on proposed tax holiday: 'Temporarily suspend the sales tax on school supplies'
Families might be able to save money when shopping for school supplies, as Gov. Gretchen Whitmer (D-MI) called for a suspension of sales tax on those items.
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Whitmer: 'I am thrilled that the CHIPS and Science Act has been signed into law'
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer (D-MI) celebrated the signing of the CHIPS (Creating Helpful Incentives for the Production of Semiconductors for America) and Science Act into law.
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C&S Machine is expanding its Bertrand Township facility: ‘We will continue growing Michigan’s economy’
The Bertrand Township facility of a manufacturer of precision components is in the process of expanding its operations.
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Whitmer on state's 1931 abortion law: 'The ... criminal abortion ban is dangerous'
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer (D-MI) requested a temporary restraining order as she fights for reproductive health care and abortion rights.
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Dingell on semiconductor bill: ‘Michigan has been severely hurt by the offshoring of chip production'
A bipartisan bill aimed at addressing the supply chain shortage in the country was recently signed by Gov. Gretchen Whitmer.
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Michigan Reconnect program reaches milestone: 'A tuition-free path to a brighter future'
More than 100,000 applicants were accepted into the Michigan Reconnect program as of late July, according to a press release from Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's (D-MI) office.
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Hertel on bipartisan budget: ‘Will make a real difference in the lives of Michiganders’
Working families in Michigan were at the forefront of the bipartisan-based state budget for the 2023 fiscal year, which was recently signed by Gov. Gretchen Whitmer.
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NASW's Breijak on bipartisan budget: 'Michigan has been long overdue for serious investments in the behavioral health workforce'
The Michigan bipartisan budget for fiscal year 2023 includes several provisions that enhance public health and safety.
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Whitmer: 'Our record of effective collaboration will help us stay focused on growing Michigan’s economy'
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer (D-MI) recently signed six bipartisan bills — House Bills 4173, 4799, 4800, 5659 and 5660 and Senate Bill 447 — bringing the total of bipartisan bills she has signed to 865.
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Hecker: Historic education budget 'reaffirms the governor's commitment' to Michigan's economy, education
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer on Thursday signed a bipartisan education budget that marks the state’s highest per-pupil investment in history.
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Executive director of the National Guard Association: budget ‘will help our warriors have the best facilities’
The fiscal year budget for next year has been approved by state leaders who utilized a bipartisan partnership to help working class families.
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Whitmer on Neighborhood Enhancement Program: 'Every Michigander deserves a safe, affordable place to call home'
Thanks to Neighborhood Enhancement Program grants, 33 municipalities and nonprofit groups received over $1.7 million to help residents improve their homes.
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Filler extends 'thanks to the governor for signing' bills that help law enforcement stop drug activity through Michigan's airports
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer recently signed two initiatives that will help airport officials mitigate drug activity at airports.
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Travel Michigan VP: 'EV chargers are an important way to encourage sustainable travel across our state'
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer (D-MI) recently celebrated the first of what will be 15 electric vehicle charging sites at state parks across Michigan.
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Fiedler Elementary teacher: 'Tutoring was a chance for me to build a special relationship with kids who need extra support and personalized instruction.'
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer (D-MI) recently announced that the "MI Kids Back on Track" initiative would enhance learning opportunities for students through tutoring.
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Whitmer on Child Care Stabilization Grant: 'Child care is essential to helping families, communities, and small businesses succeed'
Licensed child care programs interested in obtaining a Child Care Stabilization Grant have just over a week left to apply.
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EDA approves $1.4 million for renovations to Central Michigan University business incubator
Central Michigan University's Research Corporation's business incubator will receive $1.4 million in grant funding for renovations.
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Whitmer, Michigan Labor Department award $250,000 to Helmets to Hardhats
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity (LEO) awarded a grant that will provide 225 veterans with Registered Apprenticeships in the Michigan construction industry.