Michigan Senate

Democrats were forced to end early to ensure a law would take effect in time to make Michigan the fifth state to hold its presidential primary on Feb. 27

The Legislature re-convenes in mid-January

Adjournment starts the clock ticking on laws that cannot take effect before 90 days have passed. That includes new gun rules, lifting some abortion restrictions and clearing the way for a February presidential primary

The legislation received heavy pushback from Republicans, who said the package would ultimately come at the expense of rural areas in the state where solar and wind projects are likely to be sited

One of the bills was finalized by the House vote and will go to Governor Gretchen Whitmer. The rest of the bills will go the Michigan Senate.

The bills would apply to state elected officials and candidates. That includes the governor, lieutenant governor, attorney general, secretary of state and legislators

Kent County incinerator a "carve out" in Michigan Senate clean energy bill.

The bill updates laws to reflect the reproductive rights amendment adopted last year by voters. The measure was adopted along party lines.

The Michigan Senate voted today (WED) for a bill to lift Michigan’s sweeping immunity that protects drug companies against product liability lawsuits.

The package covers changes like the use of mental health and risk screenings to divert kids from the juvenile justice system… and the expansion of state resources that serve children.