State Governor Gretchen Whitmer (mi)
Recent News About State Governor Gretchen Whitmer (mi)
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Burch: ‘Bypassing the need for doctors to prescribe abortion-inducing pills puts the safety of women at risk’
Catholic Vote President Brian Burch criticizes Democrat Governors like Gretchen Whitmer (D-Mi.) for urging the Supreme Court to allow abortion pills to be available without a physician’s authorization.
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Gov. Whitmer Signs Bipartisan Legislation to Protect Children, Keep People Safe
Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed legislation to protect minors in Michigan by preventing child marriage, building on previous legislation she signed earlier this year.
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Majority of Michiganders Support Clean Energy Proposals in What’s Next Address
A majority of Michiganders support the clean energy proposals in the ‘What’s Next Address,’ a speech Governor Gretchen Whitmer delivered on August 30 to lay out top legislative priorities for the fall and beyond
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Drabik: 'No one should need a decoder ring to understand what our government is up to'
A new report reveals a consultant to Gov. Gretchen Whitmer used coded messages in emails to conceal sensitive communications about the response to the Benton Harbor water crisis in Michigan.
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Governor Whitmer Makes Appointments to Boards and Commissions
On August 31, 2023, Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced the following appointments to the State Teacher Tenure Commission, State Survey and Remonumentation Commission, Michigan Developmental Disabilities Council, and Michigan Council for Rehabilitation Services.
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Lt. Governor Gilchrist Tours Affordable Housing Project Converting Vacant School to New Homes
Project made possible by legislation signed by Gov. Whitmer to power economic development and invest in places around Michigan
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Gov. Whitmer: 'We're able to upgrade water infrastructure across the state'
On Aug. 18, Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer highlighted the significance of the MI Clean Water Plan, underscoring that water infrastructure enhancements in the state ensure clean drinking water access and simultaneously generate high-quality employment opportunities for local communities while protecting public health. She reiterated these points, emphasizing that the plan's benefits extend to Southeast Michigan.
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Lt. Governor Gilchrist Named Chair-Elect of Bipartisan National Lieutenant Governors Association
Lt. Governor Gilchrist Named Chair-Elect of Bipartisan National Lieutenant Governors Association
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At CHIPS Act One-Year Anniversary, Michigan Builds on its Semiconductor Leadership
The bipartisan CHIPS and Science Act was signed into law by President Joe Biden one year ago on August 9, 2023, making unprecedented investments in domestic manufacturing, specifically in the semiconductor and clean energy sectors
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Gov. Whitmer Announces 130 New Jobs w/ Two Business Expansions in Branch, Mecosta Counties
Governor Gretchen Whitmer joined the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) on August 4, 2023 to announce two business expansion projects expected to create a total of 130 new jobs and generate a total capital investment of nearly $10 million have received support from the Michigan Strategic Fund.
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Gov. Whitmer Signs Bipartisan Bills to Expand Clean Energy, Create Jobs, and Lower Energy Costs
Solar PILT, C-PACE, and MEAP lower energy costs, protect clean air and water, and continue Michigan’s dominance as the fastest growing clean energy jobs market
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Gov. Whitmer Signs Bipartisan Bills to Lower Costs, Protect Access to Quality, Affordable Health Care for 1M+ Michiganders, and Other Legislation
The bills will protect the Healthy Michigan Plan, save taxpayer dollars, and increase access to health care
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Governor Whitmer Makes Appointments to Boards and Commissions
Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced the following appointments to the Workers’ Disability Compensation Appeals Commission, Unemployment Insurance Appeals Commission, Michigan Waterways Commission, and Governor's Council on Physical Fitness, Health and Sports
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What’s in the Budget to Lower Costs for Michiganders?
Governor Whitmer has worked with legislators to pass a balanced, bipartisan state budget for Fiscal Year 2024 focused on growing the economy, lowering costs, delivering on the kitchen-table issues, and helping anyone make it in Michigan
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Gov. Whitmer Announces More Growing Michigan Together Council Appointees, Workgroup Chairs
Council will bring diverse perspectives together to deliver on goals of workgroups
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Gov. Whitmer Signs Bipartisan Legislation Declaring Juneteenth a State Holiday
Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed bipartisan legislation sponsored by state Senator Sylvia Santana and state Representative Helena Scott, declaring Juneteenth a state holiday in Michigan
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Governor Whitmer Continues to Fix the Damn Roads with Projects Starting This Week in Seven Counties
Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced that the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) will begin multiple road and bridge repair projects this week including rebuilding work on US-10 in Bay County
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Gov. Whitmer Establishes Michigan Department of Lifelong Education, Advancement, and Potential
New department will focus on early learning and higher education, improving long-term student outcomes, developing talent, and growing economy
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Gov. Whitmer Signs Bipartisan Legislation to Continue Strong Economic Development, Support Small Businesses Across the State
Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed legislation to continue powering economic development and supporting small businesses across the state
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What’s in the Budget to Grow Michigan’s Economy
Governor Whitmer has worked with legislators to pass a balanced, bipartisan state budget for Fiscal Year 2024 focused on growing the economy, lowering costs, delivering on kitchen-table issues, and helping anyone “Make it in Michigan”