Lawmakers work to codify Proposal 2 reforms like early voting into state law. They aren’t the only election-related changes Michigan Democrats are considering.
Lauren Gibbons
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‘Hands-free’ distracted driving law takes effect June 30 in Michigan
Michigan drivers will be subject to tougher distracted driving laws. Holding a cell phone for non-emergency calls, texts or social media use could result in a ticket.
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Lawmakers take steps to ban conversion therapy in Michigan
Michigan Democrats are targeting a practice condemned by major medical organizations aimed at changing LGBTQ youth and promoting heterosexuality. Some Republicans are wary of the bill’s broad language.
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Michigan may spend big on passenger trains, eying service to Canada, Up North
Federal and state money is beginning to pour into studies, improvements for new lines and improvements. Plans could still be a ways off, though.
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Analysts hopeful about Michigan’s prospects even with revenue dip
Michigan officials will have billions of dollars less to work with than initially expected when crafting the state budget this spring. But economic forecasters predicted Friday that the state is in a decent spot.
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Abortion to be included in Michigan anti-discrimination law
Employers can’t discriminate against someone for getting an abortion under a law signed by Gov. Gretchen Whitmer Wednesday.
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Despite vows, Democrats do little to improve Michigan government transparency
Lawmakers say they still plan to fix public records laws. Transparency advocates say there’s plenty to be done.
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Michigan automatic expungement: What convictions qualify, how to check
What to know about what happens now after Michigan became the latest state to employ an automatic expungement system designed to clear old criminal records without a court hearing.
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Alcohol at university stadiums in Michigan? Lawmakers are interested
Alcoholic drinks aren’t currently allowed at Michigan university sporting events. Some lawmakers are looking to change that.
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Lawmakers look to further limit cell phone use while driving in Michigan
Michigan lawmakers are considering bills to ban drivers from holding their phone while driving. They have bipartisan support.