Blog tagged as Legislature

Are Dems More Reserved Since Being The Majority?

06/01/23 03:12 PM - By Team MIRS - Comment(s)
Are Dems More Reserved Since Being The Majority?
As Michigan's Democratic trifecta approaches the halfway point of its first year in power, one might wonder what happened to the fiery no-vote explanations and debate points from Democrats who once dissented from the pack.

Behavioral Health Centers Call On Legislature for Support

05/26/23 04:58 PM - By Team MIRS - Comment(s)
Behavioral Health Centers Call On Legislature for Support
Behavioral health providers struggling to maintain talent and receive funding to provide comprehensive services are calling on legislators to address these challenges.

6 Differences In House, Senate, Gov's General Government Budget

05/23/23 11:26 AM - By Team MIRS - Comment(s)
6 Differences In House, Senate, Gov's General Government Budget
When it comes to differences within the General Government budget among the House, Senate and Governor's proposals, the Department of Technology, Management and Budget (DTMB) is where it's at.

Senate Votes To End 'No Stricter Than Federal' Law

05/18/23 01:31 PM - By Team MIRS - Comment(s)
Senate Votes To End 'No Stricter Than Federal' Law
Senate Democrats approved legislation undoing Michigan's nearly 5-year-old "No Stricter Than Federal" statute for environmental regulations, permitting state agencies to explore more rigorous restrictions in non-emergency situations.

GOP Attempts 96 Changes To SOAR & Public Safety In Senate

05/11/23 04:07 PM - By Team MIRS - Comment(s)
GOP Attempts 96 Changes To SOAR & Public Safety In Senate
Senate Republicans offered 96 failed amendments and attempted substitutes during the Senate's second day of approving $52.9 billion in Fiscal Year (FY) 2024 spending proposals Wednesday.