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Traverse City Voters Could Decide Fate of $127 Million Downtown TIF Plan This November
Traverse City's Downtown Development Authority is voting on a new $127 million TIF plan focused on infrastructure and revenue sharing. If approved, the plan goes to voters on the November ballot.
June 19, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - Michigan Legislature
Michigan "Money Out of Politics" Proposal Survives Legal Challenge, Secures November Ballot
The Michigan Supreme Court on Thursday declined to overturn the certification of Proposal 2, a ballot initiative that would ban political donations from DTE Energy, Consumers Energy, and companies with state contracts over $250,000. The measure, backed by Michiganders for Money Out of Politics, now heads to the November 3 ballot despite a lawsuit from the Michigan Chamber of Commerce and the Protect MI Free Speech committee.
September 8, 2026·Michigan Capitol·4 sources - Michigan Public Safety
Michigan Law Blocks License Points for Automated Traffic Camera Tickets
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed a new law ensuring that automated camera traffic tickets in construction zones and for passing stopped school buses can only result in fines, not points on a driver's license. The legislation addresses concerns that the cameras can identify a vehicle but not necessarily the person driving.
September 1, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - Michigan Legislature
Michigan Ballot Proposal to Ban Utility Political Donations Faces Supreme Court Challenge and Legislative Deadline
The Michiganders for Money Out of Politics ballot proposal, which would ban campaign contributions from DTE Energy, Consumers Energy, and companies with large government contracts, has cleared signature certification hurdles but now faces a legal challenge at the Michigan Supreme Court. The Legislature has until September 5 to adopt, reject, or take no action on the proposal.
August 24, 2026·Michigan Capitol·4 sources