Michigan Politics

Michigan’s Minimum Wage Changes and Their Impact

News Summary Michigan is set to see major changes in its minimum wage laws, with a planned increase from $10.33…

2 weeks ago

Michigan Senate Passes Bill for Minimum Wage Increase

News Summary The Michigan Senate has voted 20-12 in favor of Senate Bill 8, proposing to raise the minimum wage…

2 weeks ago

Michigan Energy Future in Question: Dams Up for Discussion

News Summary Consumers Energy in Michigan is extending the decision-making process on its hydroelectric dams into 2025. The utility is…

2 weeks ago

Trump’s Energy Independence Claims Spark Debate in Michigan

News Summary President Trump recently stated that the U.S. can achieve energy independence without relying on Canadian resources. This claim…

2 weeks ago

New Bipartisan Bills to Boost Entrepreneurship in Michigan

News Summary Governor Gretchen Whitmer has signed new bipartisan legislation in Michigan aimed at supporting entrepreneurs. The standout features include…

2 weeks ago

Michigan Senate Approves Compromise Bill for Tipped Wages

News Summary On February 13, 2025, the Michigan Senate passed a compromise bill, Senate Bill 8, aimed at maintaining tipped…

2 weeks ago

Michigan Proposes Bills to Embrace Cryptocurrency Investment

News Summary Michigan is poised to join the cryptocurrency revolution as Representative Brian Posthumus has introduced a series of bills…

3 weeks ago

Michigan Senate Passes Minimum Wage Bill

News Summary The Michigan Senate passed Senate Bill 8, increasing the minimum wage to $12.48 on February 21, 2025, with…

3 weeks ago

Kalamazoo Faces Job Losses as Pactiv Evergreen Announces Closure

News Summary Pactiv Evergreen has announced the permanent closure of its Kalamazoo packaging plant, affecting 153 employees, with layoffs beginning…

3 weeks ago

Michigan Senate Evaluates Paid Sick Leave Amid Business Concerns

News Summary The Michigan Senate is grappling with new earned sick leave regulations that are set to take effect on…

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