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Michigan State Senator's Budget Claims Contradict Fiscal Experts on Revenue Growth
State Sen. Mallory McMorrow made controversial claims about Michigan's population growth and state revenue that conflict with data from the Mackinac Center for Public Policy, which shows state revenue per person has increased dramatically since 1968.
April 4, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - policy
Flint Rx Kids Program Cuts Child Welfare Investigations by 32% as State Legislators Push to Cut Funding
A new JAMA Pediatrics study found Flint's Rx Kids cash assistance program cut child welfare investigations by 32% in its first year. House Speaker Matt Hall and Appropriations Chair Ann Bollin are pushing to eliminate $20 million in state funding for the program.
3d ago·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - policy
Grand Rapids Drivers on the Line as Michigan Lawmaker Proposes Gas Tax Holiday
State Rep. Kathy Schmaltz introduced House Bill 5966 to temporarily suspend Michigan's 52.4 cent-per-gallon fuel tax until November 1 or until gas prices drop below $3.50. The bill heads to the House Appropriations Committee as Grand Rapids drivers face high pump prices.
3d ago·Michigan Capitol·2 sources