Michigan

Governors’ State of the State Addresses: Key Themes and Major Policy Priorities

2025-02-07T15:36:33-05:00

Photo credit: iStock.com/urfinguss Governors' State of the State addresses serve as annual roadmaps outlining each state's legislative priorities and policy vision for the year ahead. These speeches often focus on economic growth, public safety, education, and infrastructure while addressing both statewide challenges and broader national trends. Governors across the country emphasized job creation, tax [...]

Governors’ State of the State Addresses: Key Themes and Major Policy Priorities2025-02-07T15:36:33-05:00

Rep. Bryan Posthumus on the Mission for Michigan: Policies to Shape Michigan’s Future

2024-10-15T22:25:45-04:00

In this episode of the Back in Session podcast, hosts Ryan Stevens and Ryan DeMara sit down with Michigan State Representative Bryan Posthumus to explore the key issues shaping Michigan’s political and legislative landscape. Posthumus, the GOP Floor Leader, shares his experiences running for office during COVID-19, highlights the "Mission for Michigan" policy platform, and [...]

Rep. Bryan Posthumus on the Mission for Michigan: Policies to Shape Michigan’s Future2024-10-15T22:25:45-04:00

Some Lawmakers Pushing to Require Mental Health Days for Students

2024-01-26T10:06:48-05:00

Photo credit: iStock.com/SeventyFour According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the number of adolescents reporting poor mental health is on the rise. A 2022 CDC report showed that 37% of high school students in 2021 reported that they experienced poor mental health during the COVID-19 pandemic, and 44% reported feeling constantly sad [...]

Some Lawmakers Pushing to Require Mental Health Days for Students2024-01-26T10:06:48-05:00

State Lawmakers Propose E-Bike Incentives

2023-10-17T21:09:38-04:00

Photo credit: iStock.com/oxinoxi As we've noted in the past, electric bicycles are becoming increasingly popular, a billion-dollar industry in the United States. Advancements in electric vehicle technology continuously optimize electric bicycles as efficient, eco-friendly modes of transportation. Taking notice, policymakers across the country have recognized these trends and proposed various e-bike incentives to make electric [...]

State Lawmakers Propose E-Bike Incentives2023-10-17T21:09:38-04:00

State Address Railroad Safety Through Legislation

2023-09-05T10:20:41-04:00

Photo credit: iStock.com/Michael Derrer Fuchs State legislatures are working to increase rail safety by improving current regulations and creating new policies to promote safer railroad practices. Such initiatives coincide with federal legislation introduced after hazardous derailments in early 2023. Specifically, state governments are implementing national standards for crew sizes, detection services, and train lengths, through [...]

State Address Railroad Safety Through Legislation2023-09-05T10:20:41-04:00

Legislative Response to George Floyd’s Killing and Recent Protests – Part 1

2023-09-11T01:31:33-04:00

Digital illustration by Alana Burman by: Ryan J. Stevens The killing of George Floyd on May 25 has sparked weeks of protests across the country, with many calling for various reforms, particularly with police.  Calls for reform from the public have not fallen on deaf ears, as there have been many legislative proposals offered at [...]

Legislative Response to George Floyd’s Killing and Recent Protests – Part 12023-09-11T01:31:33-04:00

A Look at States Grappling with Budget Shortfalls in the Face of COVID-19

2020-06-05T10:39:24-04:00

Digital Illustration by Alana Burman by: Ryan J. Stevens As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to impact all facets of everyday life, state budgets are no different.  With businesses closing and states implementing stay at home orders over the last few months, tax revenues have been dwindling for states.  With more individuals applying for unemployment compensation, [...]

A Look at States Grappling with Budget Shortfalls in the Face of COVID-192020-06-05T10:39:24-04:00

August 7 Gubernatorial Primaries

2023-09-11T01:44:40-04:00

August 7 saw primary elections in 4 states and a very tight special election in Ohio. Voters in Michigan and Kansas chose their parties’ nominees for governor, and Missourians picked their choices for what will be one of the most closely watched Senate races this fall. Michigan With Republican Governor Rick Snyder retiring, Michigan’s top [...]

August 7 Gubernatorial Primaries2023-09-11T01:44:40-04:00

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