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Whitmer Asked for Help as Genesee County Prosecutor's Office Faces 21 Layoffs
State Sen. John Cherry asked Governor Whitmer for work project funds to prevent 21 layoffs in Genesee County Prosecutor's Office as High-Crime Community Support Grant funding runs dry.
1d ago·Michigan Capitol·1 source - education
Gretchen Whitmer Signs Bipartisan Smartphone Ban Into Law As Implementation Challenges Mount Across Michigan Schools
Gretchen Whitmer signs bipartisan smartphone ban requiring Michigan public schools to prohibit student phone use during instructional time, but implementation varies widely across 779 districts
April 10, 2026·Michigan Capitol·5 sources - elections
Ypsilanti Sends Police Budget Ballot Initiative to Governor Whitmer for Review
Ypsilanti City Council sends Charter Amendment to Governor Whitmer requiring voter approval for police budget increases. Initiative filed in 2024 with enough signatures to qualify for November 2026 ballot.
April 9, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - governor
Governor Whitmer Kicks Off 2026 Road Construction Season With Nearly $2 Billion Investment
Governor Gretchen Whitmer officially kicked off Michigan's 2026 road construction season with nearly $2 billion in investment, promising to fix more than 26,500 lane miles of road and nearly 2,000 bridges since 2019.
April 9, 2026·Michigan Capitol·4 sources - governor
Michigan Budget Director Reveals $1 Billion Deficit Hole as Governor Whitmer Faces Pushback Over Tax Increases
State Budget Director Jen Flood revealed Michigan faces a $1 billion revenue decline as Governor Whitmer's $88.1 billion budget proposal faces pushback from Republican lawmakers over tax increases and reserve draws. The budget includes $186 million for SNAP and $780 million for Medicare funding.
April 9, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - policy
Governor Whitmer Calls for Federal Social Media Crackdown After Hosting Michigan Internet Summit
Governor Gretchen Whitmer called for federal legislation to protect children from social media addiction after hosting a summit with youth advocates and activists. Michigan has passed state-level protections, but Whitmer said online safety issues cross state borders and require national action. The Kids Over Clicks package, which passed through a Senate committee last month, would ban addictive online feeds for minors and regulate chatbot features.
April 8, 2026·Michigan Capitol·4 sources - politics
Governor Whitmer Tells Michigan Democrats She Gets Shit Done as She Kicks Off Final Term
Governor Whitmer addresses Michigan Democrats at convention, outlining priorities for final term including education, housing and infrastructure while calling on party to maintain Democratic trifecta
1d ago·Michigan Capitol·1 source - politics
Advocates Urge Whitmer to Grant Clemency to Inmate Allegedly Sickened by Mold in Michigan Women's Prison
State lawmakers and advocates are urging Gov. Gretchen Whitmer to grant medical clemency to Krystal Clark, an inmate at the Women's Huron Valley Correctional Facility who they say is suffering from severe health conditions tied to mold exposure inside the prison.
2d ago·Michigan Capitol·4 sources - infrastructure
Governor Whitmer Kicks Off Final Road Construction Season as Marijuana Tax Lawsuit Threatens Infrastructure Funding
Governor Whitmer kicks off Michigan's 2026 road construction season with her final infrastructure push while facing legal challenges to the marijuana wholesale tax that funds the nearly $2 billion annual road investment.
April 11, 2026·Michigan Capitol·5 sources - governor
Governor Whitmer Delivers Final State of the State, Prioritizes Literacy and Housing in Last Year
Governor Whitmer delivers final State of the State address, emphasizing literacy and housing as top priorities while facing criticism over education performance and business subsidies.
April 10, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - governor
Michigan Governor Whitmer Calls for Federal Action on Social Media as Kids Over Clicks Bill Moves to Senate Floor
Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer called for federal legislation to address social media's harmful impact on children while the state's Kids Over Clicks bill package moves to the Senate floor for consideration.
April 8, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - governor
Michigan Businesses Push for Tariff Refunds After Supreme Court Ruling Strips Trump Levies as Whitmer Directs State Agencies to Help
Governor Whitmer signs executive directive to help Michigan businesses seek refunds from Trump tariffs ruled unconstitutional by Supreme Court, requiring state agencies to report on economic impact and provide guidance on refund process.
April 8, 2026·Michigan Capitol·5 sources - governor
Governor Whitmer Orders Study of Tariff Impact on Michigan Economy as Federal Refund Process Unclear
Governor Whitmer signs executive directive requiring state agencies to report on economic impact of federal tariffs and ensure businesses understand refund process after Supreme Court strikes down tariff policy.
April 6, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - governor
Supreme Court Rejects Michigan's Line 5 Sovereign Immunity Claim; Whitmer Declares Energy Emergency
Supreme Court denies Michigan's Line 5 sovereign immunity appeal, allowing Enbridge lawsuit to proceed; Governor Whitmer declares energy emergency to ease rising fuel costs and directs state agencies to help businesses seek tariff refunds after Supreme Court strikes down Trump administration tariffs.
April 6, 2026·Michigan Capitol·4 sources - governor
Michigan Declares Energy Emergency as Governor Whitmer Tries to Ease High Gas Prices
Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer signs Executive Order No. 2026-4 declaring a state of energy emergency to lower gas prices in eight southeastern Michigan counties by suspending fuel regulations that would allow cheaper winter blend gasoline to be sold through the spring.
April 4, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - governor
Michigan Governor Whitmer Signs Energy Emergency Executive Order to Combat Rising Gas Prices
Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed Executive Order 2026-4 declaring an energy emergency to combat rising gas prices, allowing for the sale of cheaper fuel blends in eight counties home to 5 million residents.
April 4, 2026·Michigan Capitol·5 sources - governor
Michigan Governor Whitmer Signs Dual Executive Orders Addressing Energy Emergency and Tariff Refunds
Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer signs dual executive orders addressing rising gas prices due to the Iran war and federal tariff refunds for businesses. The energy emergency order allows cheaper fuel blends in eight Southeast Michigan counties, while the tariff directive directs state agencies to help businesses recover costs from Trump administration tariffs recently struck down by the Supreme Court.
April 4, 2026·Michigan Capitol·8 sources - governor
Gov. Whitmer Declares Energy Emergency to Save Michigan Drivers Money Amid Rising Gas Prices
Governor Whitmer issued Executive Order 2026-4 declaring an energy emergency, allowing cheaper gasoline blends in eight southeast Michigan counties amid 30 percent gas price increases driven by the Iran war.
April 4, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - governor
Governor Whitmer Declares Energy Emergency and Orders Tariff Refund Study as Gas Prices Spike
Governor Whitmer signs executive order declaring energy emergency to ease gas prices in eight southeastern Michigan counties while directing state agencies to help businesses access refunds from unconstitutional federal tariffs.
April 3, 2026·Michigan Capitol·6 sources - politics
Governor Whitmer Requests Federal Disaster Declaration After Deadly Southwest Michigan Tornadoes
Governor Whitmer requests federal disaster declaration after March 6 tornadoes killed four people in southwest Michigan's deadliest weather event in nearly five decades, destroying 33 homes and causing widespread damage across Branch, Cass, and St. Joseph counties.
April 3, 2026·Michigan Capitol·6 sources - governor
Governor Whitmer Signs Executive Directive to Help Michigan Businesses Seek Trump Tariff Refunds
Governor Whitmer signs executive directive ordering state agencies to help businesses seek refunds on Trump tariffs struck down by Supreme Court, while requiring comprehensive reports on tariff impact on Michigan industries and families.
April 3, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - governor
Governor Whitmer Declares Energy Emergency to Lower Gas Prices Amid Iran War and Tariffs
Governor Whitmer signs executive order declaring state of energy emergency to ease fuel restrictions and lower gas prices amid rising costs driven by Iran war and tariffs.
April 2, 2026·Michigan Capitol·4 sources - governor
Governor Whitmer Issues Executive Order to Evaluate Tariff Impacts and Help Michiganders Seek Federal Refunds
Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed an executive directive ordering state agencies to evaluate the economic impact of federal tariffs and help Michigan businesses seek refunds from the federal government after the Supreme Court struck down portions of the tariffs.
April 2, 2026·Michigan Capitol·4 sources - governor
Michigan Housing Shortfall Persists Despite Governor Whitmer's Progress as State Pushes for Tax Credit
Michigan continues to face a 119,000-unit housing shortfall despite Governor Whitmer's progress. New RAP program grants support housing projects in Grand Rapids and Saline, while state officials push for a state affordable housing tax credit to add 2,600 units annually through federal matching funds.
April 2, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - governor
Governor Whitmer Unveils $806 Million Education Investment in 2027 Budget Proposal Focusing on Pre-K Expansion and Literacy Programs
Governor Whitmer's 2027 budget proposal includes $806 million for early childhood education and literacy programs, with $181.1 million to expand Pre-K for All and $625 million for literacy initiatives building on the Science of Reading.
April 1, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - governor
Governor Whitmer Announces Nearly 50 New Housing Units and Commercial Space Coming to Grand Rapids and Saline
Governor Whitmer announced $33 million in housing and commercial development projects in Grand Rapids and Saline through the bipartisan RAP program, creating 45 apartments and revitalizing downtown properties.
March 31, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - governor
Governor Whitmer Announces $33 Million Investment in Housing and Commercial Development for Grand Rapids and Saline
Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced $33 million in RAP program funding for housing and commercial development projects in Grand Rapids and Saline, creating 45 apartments and revitalizing downtown Saline.
March 31, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - governor
Governor Whitmer Announces Dozens of Appointments to State Boards and Commissions
Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced dozens of appointments to state boards and commissions, including key positions on the Tax Tribunal, Finance Authority, and numerous regulatory boards across healthcare, education, and public safety.
March 31, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - legislature
Michigan House and Whitmer Administration Pause Lawsuit Over $645 Million in Budget Cuts as Settlement Talks Continue
Michigan House and Whitmer administration have paused their lawsuit over $645 million in budget cuts as settlement discussions continue, with approximately $370 million in community grants at stake.
March 31, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - governor
Governor Whitmer Announces $650 Million Fairlife Expansion and $17 Million Water Infrastructure Investment in West Michigan
Governor Whitmer announces $650 million fairlife expansion creating 150 new jobs alongside $17 million water infrastructure investment to upgrade aging 50-year-old system in Coopersville
March 31, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - governor
Governor Whitmer Proclaims March 31 Transgender Day of Visibility in Michigan
Governor Whitmer and Lt. Governor Gilchrist signed a proclamation designating March 31 as Transgender Day of Visibility, recognizing Michigan's LGBTQ+ residents and their contributions to communities across the state.
March 31, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - legislature
Michigan Legislature Stalls as Campaign Season Looms, Whitmer Signs Only 7 Bills in First Quarter
Michigan's Legislature has passed only seven bills in the first three months of 2026, marking the slowest legislative pace in an even-numbered year this century as lawmakers face campaign season and unresolved property tax reform.
April 12, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - government
Cheboygan Dam Floods Near Capacity as Governor Activates State Emergency
Michigan Governor Whitmer declared a state of emergency as rising water levels at Cheboygan Lock and Dam Complex approach dangerous capacity. State officials have activated pumps, sandbags and other measures to prevent dam failure amid forecasted rain.
6d ago·Michigan Capitol·6 sources - courts
Michigan Supreme Court to Decide Whether State House Was Required to Present Nine Bills to Governor
The Michigan Supreme Court will hear arguments in May on whether the state House was required to present nine bills to Governor Gretchen Whitmer. The Senate sued the House after it refused to deliver legislation that passed during the previous Democratic-led session.
April 11, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - governor
Michigan Governor Kicks Off Final Road Repair Season as Cannabis Tax Lawsuit Threatens Funding
Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer launched the final road repair season of her administration Wednesday, celebrating a nearly $2 billion annual road funding package. But a significant portion of that funding relies on a 24 percent wholesale tax on cannabis products that the state's marijuana industry is actively challenging in court as unconstitutional.
April 10, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - legislature
Michigan Supreme Court to Hear Dispute Over Stalled Bills Passed During Prior Democratic Session
Michigan Supreme Court will hear arguments in May over whether House Republicans must deliver nine bills passed during the previous Democratic-led session to Governor Whitmer for signature or veto.
April 8, 2026·Michigan Capitol·4 sources - legislature
Michigan Legislature Stalled as Property Tax Debate Dominates Capitol
Michigan Legislature has passed only seven bills in first three months of 2026, marking slowest pace in even-numbered year this century as property tax debate dominates Capitol while housing affordability crisis intensifies across state.
6d ago·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - legislature
Michigan MPSC Rejects Attorney General's Push to Review Secret Data Center Contracts as Google Secures Deal
Michigan's MPSC rejected Attorney General Dana Nessel's attempts to review secretive data center contracts, while Google struck a deal with DTE Energy for a potential 1-gigawatt facility in Van Buren Township. Meanwhile, Ypsilanti Township formally opposes a University of Michigan and Los Alamos National Laboratory supercomputing facility.
April 10, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - legislature
Michigan Legislature Passes Only Seven Bills in First Three Months of 2026 as Campaign Season Looms
Michigan's divided Legislature has passed only seven bills in the first three months of 2026, the slowest pace in an even-numbered year this century, as campaign season approaches and property tax reform becomes a potential breakthrough issue.
April 9, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - policy
Michigan Food Banks Face Rising Costs and Federal SNAP Cuts as State Budget Director Visits Kalamazoo
Michigan State Budget Director Jen Flood toured Kalamazoo Loaves & Fishes amid growing concerns over SNAP funding challenges from federal regulations under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. The Governor's $88.1 billion budget proposal includes $186 million for SNAP administration, while food banks across Michigan report rising costs and donation deficits.
April 9, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - legislature
Michigan Legislature Moves Slowest in Decade as Campaign Season Looms
Michigan legislature has signed just seven bills into law in first three months of 2026, marking slowest pace in even-numbered year this century as property tax reform and other priorities stall amid approaching campaign season.
April 9, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - governor
Michigan Supreme Court Rejects Disney's Tax Appeal in Decade-Old Dispute With State
The Michigan Supreme Court has rejected Disney's appeal in a decade-long tax dispute with the state, upholding a lower court ruling that requires the entertainment giant to resolve the issue directly with the Treasury Department.
April 8, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - courts
Supreme Court Conversion Therapy Ruling Threatens Michigan Law Protecting LGBTQ+ Youth
US Supreme Court ruling against Colorado conversion therapy ban may allow Catholic counselors to resume counseling services prohibited under Michigan law, prompting state officials to evaluate their legal options.
April 7, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - courts
U.S. Supreme Court Blocks Michigan Conversion Therapy Ban, Opening Door for Catholic Charities Challenge
U.S. Supreme Court ruling against Colorado conversion therapy ban strengthens legal challenge to Michigan's similar law, with Catholic Charities seeking to block enforcement on free speech grounds.
April 7, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - politics
Michigan Officials Slam DOJ Demand for Wayne County Ballots as Federal Interference
Attorney General Dana Nessel, Governor Gretchen Whitmer and Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson jointly condemned a DOJ letter threatening Wayne County with a court order to turn over 2024 election ballots. Officials say the demand is baseless federal interference.
22h ago·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - governor
Michigan Governor Declares State of Energy Emergency Amid Northern Michigan Flooding
Michigan Governor Whitmer declared a state of energy emergency across Michigan on April 14, 2026, due to widespread flooding in Northern Michigan that has disrupted fuel transportation and emergency response operations.
3d ago·Michigan Capitol·1 source - governor
Michigan Declares Energy Emergency as Flooding Threatens Fuel Supplies
Governor Whitmer signs Executive Order 2026-6 declaring state of energy emergency to stabilize fuel supplies as flooding threatens Cheboygan Dam and fuel delivery infrastructure across northern Michigan
4d ago·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - policy
Michigan Lawmakers Advance Kids Over Clicks Bill as Governor Hosts Social Media Summit
Michigan state senators advance Kids Over Clicks legislation that would ban addictive online feeds for minors without parental consent and restrict chatbot features, while Governor Whitmer hosts summit on social media impact on young people.
April 9, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - policy
Michigan Senate Bills Aim to Require Social Media Companies to Protect Minors From Harmful Business Practices
Michigan Senate bills 757 through 760 aim to require social media companies to protect minors from harmful business practices linked to depression and suicide risk, following Governor Whitmer's call for stronger federal action after jury verdicts holding Meta and YouTube liable for engineering addiction into their platforms.
April 9, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - governor
Michigan Governor Signs Health Care and Local Development Bills Including Wood Duck as Official State Duck
Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer signs three bipartisan bills addressing physician licensing through the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact, downtown revitalization via tax increment financing in St. Clair County, and designation of the wood duck as the official state duck in recognition of conservation success.
April 8, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - courts
Michigan Supreme Court Set to Decide Whether Legislature Can Be Bound by Previous Term's Bills
Michigan Supreme Court will hear oral arguments this May in a legal battle between the Senate and House over whether nine bills passed during the 2023-2024 session must be delivered to Governor Whitmer. The bills cover public employee health care, corrections officer retirements, and wage garnishment rules.
April 7, 2026·Michigan Capitol·5 sources - governor
Michigan Governor Signs Tariff Refund Directive as Gas Prices Surge to $3.89 Per Gallon
Governor Whitmer signs executive directive to help Michigan businesses access tariff refunds as Supreme Court rules Trump-era tariffs unconstitutional; gas prices surge to $3.89 per gallon amid Iran war
April 6, 2026·Michigan Capitol·4 sources - governor
Michigan Requests Federal Aid After Deadly March Tornadoes Hit Southwest Communities
Governor Whitmer requests federal disaster aid following deadly March 6 tornado outbreak in southwest Michigan that killed four people and caused widespread destruction across Branch, Cass, and St. Joseph counties.
April 6, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - governor
Michigan Governor Signs Executive Directive to Help Businesses Seek Tariff Refunds After Supreme Court Ruling
Governor Whitmer signs executive directive to help Michigan businesses receive refunds for tariffs ruled unconstitutional by Supreme Court, requiring state agencies to evaluate impacts and assist businesses in seeking refunds.
April 5, 2026·Michigan Capitol·4 sources - budget
Michigan Budget Response to Federal Medicaid Changes Raises Concerns Over Coverage Losses
Michigan prepares to implement federal Medicaid work requirements in 2027, with state officials warning between 171,000 and 355,000 Michiganders could lose coverage. Governor Whitmer's budget includes new funding and revenue sources to protect access to care while complying with federal requirements.
April 5, 2026·Michigan Capitol·4 sources - governor
Michigan Governor Orders State Agencies to Help Businesses Seek Refunds on Trump Tariffs Struck Down by Supreme Court
Governor Whitmer directs state agencies to assess tariff impacts and help businesses access refunds after Supreme Court rules Trump tariffs unconstitutional
April 5, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - courts
U.S. Supreme Court Refuses to Hear Michigan's Line 5 Appeal; Governor Orders Tariff Refund Assistance
The U.S. Supreme Court has refused to hear Michigan's appeal in the Line 5 pipeline case, leaving lower court rulings that allow Enbridge to sue the state over its shutdown efforts. Meanwhile, Gov. Whitmer directed state agencies to help Michigan businesses pursue refunds from unconstitutional tariffs.
April 4, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - legislature
Michigan Supreme Court Set to Hear Arguments Over Nine Stalled Bills From 2024 Legislative Session
Michigan Supreme Court to hear May arguments over nine 2024 bills House refused to send to Whitmer
April 3, 2026·Michigan Capitol·4 sources - governor
Michigan Governor Orders State Agencies to Track Tariff Impact and Help Businesses Seek Supreme Court Refunds
Governor Whitmer signs executive directive ordering state agencies to report on tariff impacts and help Michigan businesses access refunds for unconstitutional tariffs struck down by the Supreme Court. The federal refund process is 60-85% complete and could take up to 45 days to process applications.
April 3, 2026·Michigan Capitol·6 sources - governor
Michigan Governor Declares Energy Emergency to Lower Gas Prices Amid Rising Costs
Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer has declared an energy emergency in eight counties, temporarily easing fuel blend requirements to lower gas prices by 10-20 cents as global oil markets face disruption from the Iran war.
April 3, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - governor
Michigan Governor Signs Executive Directive to Assess Tariff Impact and Help Businesses Access Refunds
Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer signs executive directive on the one-year anniversary of Trump's 'Liberation Day' to help businesses and consumers access refunds for tariffs ruled illegal by the U.S. Supreme Court. The directive orders state agencies to compile reports on tariff impacts and assist businesses in navigating the federal refund process.
April 3, 2026·Michigan Capitol·4 sources - governor
Michigan Strategic Fund Approves $17 Million Infrastructure Grant and $3.9 Million Tax Abatement for fairlife Expansion in West Michigan
Governor Whitmer announces Michigan Strategic Fund approval of $17 million infrastructure grant and $3.9 million tax abatement for fairlife expansion, creating 150 new jobs and $650 million investment in West Michigan.
April 2, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - courts
Michigan Supreme Court Set to Hear Dispute Between Senate and House Over Nine Stalled Bills
Michigan Supreme Court set to hear May arguments in Senate v. House dispute over nine stalled bills from prior legislative session that never reached Governor Whitmer for signature.
April 2, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - courts
Michigan Supreme Court Set to Hear Arguments on Withheld Bills Case as Senate Sues House Over Stalled Legislation
The Michigan Supreme Court will hear oral arguments in May on a lawsuit between the state Senate and House over nine bills that passed both chambers during the 2023-2024 legislative session but never reached Governor Whitmer's desk. The bills deal with corrections officer pensions, public employee health care, and historical museum funding.
April 1, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - courts
Michigan Supreme Court to Hear House GOP Appeal in Withheld Bills Case
Michigan Supreme Court to hear May oral arguments on whether House Speaker Matt Hall violated the state Constitution by withholding nine bills passed during the 2024 session from Governor Whitmer for signature.
April 1, 2026·Michigan Capitol·5 sources - budget
Michigan Legislature Braces for 2027 Budget Fight Over Federal Work Requirements and Road Funding
Governor Whitmer's $88.1 billion FY27 budget proposal faces intense scrutiny as lawmakers debate federal work requirements, road funding priorities, and education spending amid partisan divisions in the Legislature
April 1, 2026·Michigan Capitol·4 sources - courts
Michigan Supreme Court Scheduled to Hear Oral Arguments on Withheld Bills Case This May
The Michigan Supreme Court will hear oral arguments this May on whether courts can order the House to send nine withheld bills to Governor Whitmer, raising significant questions about the separation of powers in Michigan.
March 31, 2026·Michigan Capitol·5 sources - budget
Michigan Legislature Begins 2027 Budget Process With Education Spending and Federal Work Requirement Challenges
Michigan Legislature begins 2027 budget process with Governor Whitmer's $88.1B proposal including $21.4B in school aid, $625M literacy investment, and $181M Pre-K expansion amid federal work requirement challenges and Republican opposition to tax increases.
March 31, 2026·Michigan Capitol·10 sources - governor
U.S. Education Secretary McMahon Urges Michigan to Join Federal Tax Credit Scholarship Program
U.S. Education Secretary Linda McMahon visited Metro Detroit and urged Governor Whitmer to join a federal tax credit scholarship program that would allow donors to receive tax benefits for contributions to nonprofit scholarship funds for K-12 students.
March 31, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources