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• Flint Completes Lead Service Line Replacement, Achieves Decade of Water Standard Compliance

  13 Aug 2026 9:03 a.m. · Source: Office of Michigan Governor

  Flint, Michigan, has completed the replacement of all known lead service lines and achieved ten years of compliance with state water standards for lead, marking a significant step forward for the city's water infrastructure.

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• Michigan Secures Millions for Rail Underpasses to Boost Safety and Ease Traffic

  7 Aug 2026 12:12 p.m. · Source: Office of Michigan Governor

  Governor Whitmer announced new funding for rail grade separation projects in Michigan's FY2027 budget, targeting Wayne County and Trenton to reduce traffic congestion and enhance safety for drivers and emergency services.

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• Governor Whitmer's FY27 Budget Boosts Public Safety Across Michigan

  29 Jul 2026 1:03 p.m. · Source: Office of Michigan Governor

  Governor Whitmer's FY27 budget, her eighth, allocates significant funds to public safety, supporting law enforcement, first responders, and victim services. It includes a 20% pay raise for troopers and new initiatives to keep Michigan communities safe.

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• Governor Whitmer Signs Bills for Permanent Property Tax Relief, Port Authority Expansion, and Ethics Reforms

  27 Jul 2026 2:32 p.m. · Source: Office of Michigan Governor

  Governor Whitmer signed bipartisan bills to make property tax relief programs permanent, boost the Detroit/Wayne County Port Authority, and enact ethics reforms for lobbyists. These measures aim to grow Michigan's economy and support stable housing.

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• Governor Whitmer Signs Bipartisan Bills to Lower Healthcare Costs and Expand Access

  22 Jul 2026 1:04 p.m. · Source: Office of Michigan Governor

  Governor Whitmer signed 10 bipartisan bills to reduce healthcare costs and expand access for Michiganders. The legislation builds on previous efforts, including the FY27 budget, to ensure affordable and accessible care across the state.

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• Governor Whitmer Signs Bills to Boost Housing Supply and Protect Homebuyers in Michigan

  21 Jul 2026 4:35 p.m. · Source: Office of Michigan Governor

  Governor Whitmer signed bipartisan bills and approved FY27 budget investments to expand housing opportunities in Michigan. New legislation creates a state tax credit, cuts red tape for builders, and restricts institutional investors from owning too many single-family homes.

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• Governor Whitmer Signs FY27 Budget, Focusing on Lowering Costs, Job Creation, and Healthcare Access

  21 Jul 2026 2:27 p.m. · Source: Office of Michigan Governor

  Governor Whitmer's FY27 budget, her eighth and final, makes historic investments in Michigan. It aims to lower costs for families, create jobs, protect healthcare access, and fix roads, building on a strong legacy of economic growth and community support.

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• Governor Whitmer Launches Summer Reading Road Trip with Michigan Libraries

  24 Jun 2026 10:03 a.m. · Source: Office of Michigan Governor

  Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer launched the Summer Reading Road Trip, partnering with public libraries. This challenge encourages PreK-12 students to engage in reading and writing activities throughout the summer, supported by a significant literacy investment, offering prizes and promoting library…

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