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In Grand Rapids this morning as Governor Gretchen Whitmer talks recently signed bipartisan economic growth and development legislation giving local Kent Co. governments the power to raise revenue for community improvement projects. Gov checked out some local wares prior to the event (up next).

In the lead up to the 2022 general election, Josh Schriver, a virtually unknown young conservative, beat out 5 other Republican primary contenders before breezing through the general election in his solidly Republican district with 64 percent of the vote. bit.ly/4aYcVdT

Members of the ICRC would work through April until late May to redraw Detroit's state Senate districts after they were deemed unconstitutional by a three-judge panel late last year. bit.ly/49w8tlf

Gov. Whitmer addressed recent criticism from House Republicans for her proposed $8.3 million cut to the Office of the Auditor General.

The recommendation has nothing to do with any concerns about that office or how it's functioning, Whitmer said.
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New MichMash airs tomorrow! But first, let's make sure you're caught up on all the latest episodes. Listen wherever you get your podcasts or watch on YouTube. youtube.com/playlist?list=…

.Redistricting Michigan has adopted the following proposed schedule for its court-ordered redraw of Detroit's state Senate districts. The parties in Agee v. Benson are to confer and submit a joint proposed timeline to the three-judge panel overseeing the case tomorrow.

In Battle Creek today, where Gov. Gretchen Whitmer is with Rep. Jim Haadsma (D-Battle Creek) talking about the tax reforms the Democratic majority in the House made last year.

Senate Democrats said Wednesday disparities in maternal health are growing in the state and must be addressed, which was why they introduced legislation that seeks to create equity while enhancing accountability for maternal health care providers. bit.ly/3VW2t2e

I am so excited for Sunday's induction ceremony. Larry Lee set the standard.

Senators hear divided testimony over proposed changes to the Pesticide Notification Registry, supporters say it would improve access to registry while business owners say it could hurt them and their industry of addressing pests and noxious weeds. bit.ly/3PY2zlU

Former Rep. Lori Stone appeared before members of the House on Tuesday, this time in her capacity as mayor of Warren to request resources for a wastewater treatment incinerator. bit.ly/3TRfffI

Two new grants announced by the MiLEAP on Monday will soon be open for applications from public and tribal colleges and universities hoping to boost enrollment and eliminate barriers to higher education. bit.ly/3JbAXWL

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan saw the biggest territory gains as the state completed its rebid of Medicaid health plans. bit.ly/3VRNtlH

A letter sent by Minority Leader Hall and Rep. Aragona questioning the Newcomer Rental Subsidy Program said frivolous asylum claims mean individuals could be taking advantage of the assistance. bit.ly/3vyZ9zj