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Michigan House Speaker Matt Hall Claims Transparency Award From Nonexistent Organization
Michigan House Speaker Matt Hall announced he received a transparency award from MI STATE, but multiple news outlets could not find any record of the organization existing. The Democratic Party responded by naming him winner of the Speaker's Asinine Decision Award.
April 1, 2026·Michigan Capitol·5 sources - governor
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel Hosts Town Hall on Data Center Transparency in Howell
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel hosted a town hall in Howell addressing concerns about data center transparency, costs, and environmental impact as communities grapple with rapid development proposals across the state.
April 1, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - legislature
State Rep. Reggie Miller Introduces Bills to Close Data Center Loopholes for Colleges and Mandate Transparency
State Rep. Reggie Miller introduced legislation to prevent colleges from accessing tax incentives for data centers and require facilities to register with the state while disclosing operational impacts.
April 7, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - accountability
Detroit Gubernatorial Candidates Face Scrutiny as Michigan’s First Financial Disclosure Law Reveals Gaps
Michigan's new gubernatorial candidate financial disclosure law reveals stark differences in transparency. Only three of nine candidates disclosed specific dollar amounts. Detroit-linked candidates Jocelyn Benson and Mike Duggan filed contrasting reports as the race heats up.
2h ago·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - legislature
Michigan State Rep Introduces Bill to Force Data Centers to Register and Disclose Environmental Impact
Michigan State Rep. Reggie Miller introduces two new data center bills requiring registration and environmental disclosure, offering transparency as an alternative to moratoriums as the industry expands statewide.
April 9, 2026·Michigan Capitol·5 sources - elections
Anthony Forlini Wins Republican Nomination for Michigan Secretary of State
Anthony Forlini wins Republican nomination for secretary of state at Michigan GOP convention, positioning him as a mainstream conservative candidate focused on election security and transparency.
April 4, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - elections
Michigan GOP Nominates Doug Lloyd and Anthony Forlini as Attorney General and Secretary of State Candidates for 2026 Election
Michigan Republicans nominate Eaton County Prosecutor Doug Lloyd for attorney general and Macomb County Clerk Anthony Forlini for secretary of state in the closely-watched 2026 election. Lloyd campaigns on law enforcement support and victim advocacy, while Forlini emphasizes election security and transparency.
April 2, 2026·Michigan Capitol·5 sources