Michigan State Executive - Governor
Recent News About Michigan State Executive - Governor
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Tonya Joy: MI-HOPE program 'will invoke positive change and improve living conditions for Michiganders across the state’
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer recently announced a program to help cities and nonprofits enhance area housing, reduce energy costs and lower their carbon.
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Hertel on Magna expansion in Michigan: EV battery 'sector is critical to the future of our economy'
A complex structural battery enclosure manufacturer will expand into three Michigan cities.
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Gasper on Operation Safe Neighborhoods: ‘Our troopers see the deadly results and devastating impact illegal guns have on communities every day’
State leaders are touting a program that seeks to mitigate gun violence by removing illegal guns from the hands of criminals.
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Thomas Township’s semiconductor expansion not possible without ‘support of federal, state and local government leaders,’ says Hemlock Semiconductor CEO
The CEO of Hemlock Semiconductor’s (HSC) expansion project in Thomas Township said leaders, at every level of government, helped make the project possible.
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Messer on ONE’s 1.6 billion campus: ‘Michigan’s highly skilled workforce and mobility ecosystem provide the winning combination’
A cutting-edge battery maker recently held a ribbon-cutting ceremony at its headquarters in Novi.
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Lange: Michigan saves taxpayers $53 million on energy costs through ‘innovative use of available technologies'
The state government has taken measures to mitigate energy consumption in state buildings in an effort to save taxpayers' money.
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Sen. Jim Stamas on bipartisan bill for investment opportunities: ‘Economic development is critical to our future’
A bipartisan bill recently signed by Gov. Gretchen Whitmer (D-MI) that will help the state secure investment opportunities and more economic growth.
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Director of Michigan Sheriff’s Association on additional SRP funding: ‘Will put additional deputies on our road to provide improved public safety’
The Secondary Road Patrol (SRP) program will receive more funds due to a series of bipartisan bills recently signed by Gov. Gretchen Whitmer (D-MI).
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Whitmer: 'We will work together to make sure Michigan is in place to build the future'
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, D-Mich., wants federal authorities to know Michigan has the workforce and is ready and willing to take on future projects stemming from the federal CHIPS and Science Act.
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Whitmer: 'Remaining the global leader in mobility and electrification depends on our ability to work together'
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer recently announced a new plan to grow the state's automotive workforce, provide more accessible transportation infrastructure and develop innovative mobility policies.
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MI chief medical executive on pharmacists prescribing birth control: ‘Provides flexibility for women to manage’
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer announced that the state will make it easier for women to obtain birth control.
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Castillo says $2 million Sault Ste. Marie International 500 Raceway renovation 'an important tourism asset'
The Sault Ste. Marie Convention and Visitors Bureau has received a $2 million grant from the U.S. Department of Commerce's Economic Development Administration to attract tourists.
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Michigan State Police director: State troopers see ‘devastating impact illegal guns have on communities’
A new proposal by state leaders hopes to curb gun violence across the state.
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‘The Detroit region is the global epicenter of mobility,’ says executive director of Economic Growth Institute on $52.2 million grant
State leaders are touting a $52.2 million grant toward auto investment that is expected to facilitate more jobs in Southeast Michigan.
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EDA secretary says $850,000 grant for Manistee Riverwalk ‘will strengthen competitiveness as a tourist attraction’
The city of Manistee will become a more attractive tourist destination after receiving an $850,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Economic Development Administration.
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Gilchrist: $55 million Michigan Reconnect expansion continues 'historic progress' in education, skills training
A $55 million grant toward the Michigan Reconnect program is expected to spur more state residents to obtain a college degree or skills certificate.
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Whitmer on fuel executive order: ‘I am freeing up more gas supply’
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has taken measures to mitigate the temporary shutdown of BP’s Whiting, Indiana, oil refinery due to a fire that is expected to impact Michigan.
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Whitmer proposes to suspend school supplies sales tax, says ‘I will work with anyone to lower costs, cut taxes, and help our kids thrive'
Michigan Democratic Governor Gretchen Whitmer is proposing to stop the state sales tax on school supplies in an effort to help families save more money.
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Whitmer on energy job sector growth: ‘Michigan is number one in the nation’
Michigan has facilitated the most energy job growth in the country, according to the U.S. Energy and Employment Jobs Report.
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Whitmer on COVID diagnoses: ‘I look forward to getting back to work in person’
Last night, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer announced that she had tested positive for COVID-19.