Michigan State Executive - Governor
Recent News About Michigan State Executive - Governor
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Slotkin on CHIPS Act: ‘This bill helps prevent future shortages’
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer (D-MI) recently signed a bipartisan bill aimed at addressing supply chain issues in the U.S.
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Wayne County Executive on bipartisan budget: ‘A number of wins in this budget for our community’
On July 20, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer (D-MI) signed the bipartisan-based state budget for the 2023 fiscal year.
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Ware on bipartisan budget for public safety: ‘Job's Court is a novel and innovative solution’
The bipartisan budget for fiscal year 2023 includes several provisions that enhance public health and safety.
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Michigan's Whitmer: Two new infrastructure grants will 'boost economic opportunity' for Wayne, Washtenaw counties
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer recently awarded two grants that will upgrade infrastructure for economic development business projects and support a total of 261 new and existing jobs in Wayne and Washtenaw counties.
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Herbart: Whitmer's new budget will provide children with 'a quality education and an opportunity for success'
Paula Herbart, president of the Michigan Education Association (MEA), praised Gov. Gretchen Whitmer (D-Mich.) for signing a bipartisan education budget.
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MEA president: Education budget ‘will help address serious challenges' in schools
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer recently signed a bipartisan budget that marks the biggest per-student investment in Michigan’s history.
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Flint mayor: Municipal pensions ‘will guarantee the availability of funds to pay retirees’
The bipartisan budget for Fiscal Year 2023, which aims to help working families in Michigan, honor those who served, and fund critical local projects, was recently passed.
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Whitmer: ‘Agriculture is a cornerstone of Michigan’s economy’
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer (D-MI) recently signed a series of bills that are meant to support the state’s agriculture economy.
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McCarren: New 'training center will help thousands of residents in Detroit'
The Michigan Regional Council of Carpenters and Millwrights (MRCC) recently held a grand opening ceremony for their new training facility in northwest Detroit.
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Whitmer: ‘We are fixing the damn roads to save drivers time and money’
Motorists in Benzie, Cheboygan, Eaton, Emmet, Genesee and Wayne counties should be mindful of current road developments currently underway.
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Whitmer on MET giveaway: 'An awesome way to celebrate 35 years of helping Michigan families save for higher education'
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has announced that $1.5 million in prize money will be given away to celebrate Michigan Education Trust’s (MET) 35-year anniversary.
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Gretchen Whitmer: 'The MI Kids Back on Track program would double down on tackling unfinished learning by investing in what our kids need most'
A new program under the moniker "MI Kids Back on Track" hopes to extend learning opportunities through tutoring, according to Gov. Gretchen Whitmer (D-MI).
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Melvindale City Administrator: 'The FDCVT award is great news!'
During last week’s Economic Development Week, Governor Gretchen Whitmer stated that $3 million was being allocated to 11 cities to enhance infrastructure and public safety improvements.
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Sen. Stabenow: 'It’s exciting to see the University transform new technology and innovation into new jobs and new businesses for Michigan' as CMU plans to rehab facility with $1.4 million grant
The Central Michigan University Research Corporation incubator and accelerator will be rehabbed to the tune of a $1.4 million grant from the Economic Development Administration (EDA), according to a joint announcement from Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and U.S. Secretary of Commerce Gina M. Raimondo.
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Michigan Strategic Fund to create nearly 700 jobs: 'Let’s keep growing our economy, creating good-paying jobs, and getting things done'
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer met with the Michigan Economic Development Corporation to announce approved projects by the Michigan Strategic Fund that will create nearly 700 jobs to help economic development across the state.
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Whitmer grants funding to two Children’s Savings Account pilot programs: 'It has long been our dream to help Head Start families save for their children’s education'
Two Children’s Savings Account (CSA) pilot programs will be granted $1 million, according to an announcement by Gov. Gretchen Whitmer.
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Eight Michigan communities land downtown improvement grants to create ‘a visually appealing and vibrant physical environment’
Eight Michigan communities have been awarded a combined $160,000 in state grants for downtown improvement projects, according to a press release from the governor's office.
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Whitmer signs bills six new bills into law: ‘I am proud to sign these bills and will continue to work’
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer (D-Mich.) recently signed into law legislation that covers a range of issues, according to a press release from the governor’s office.
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Whitmer: Current infrastructure investments 'will ensure our bridges and roads are safe for years to come'
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer recently announced the renovation of numerous bridge projects in the state that will create jobs.
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Whitmer: 'Michiganders will receive additional assistance to put food on the table'
Families who receive food-stamp benefits were given an extra $95 this month to help stem the rising cost of grocery products.