Michigan state government budget signing event

Michigan Breaking News

Michigan’s Governor Signs $81 Billion State Budget

News Summary Governor Gretchen Whitmer has officially signed Michigan’s new state budget, amounting to $81 billion, ending a prolonged stalemate between Republicans and Democrats. This budget allocates record investments in education, infrastructure repair, and introduces tax changes aimed at enhancing the state’s financial management. Key highlights include increased funding for

October 8, 2025 8:57 am

Illustration of Michigan's infrastructure and marijuana plants

Michigan Breaking News

Michigan Implements New 24% Tax on Wholesale Marijuana Sales

News Summary Governor Gretchen Whitmer of Michigan has announced a new 24% tax on wholesale marijuana sales, set to take effect on October 7, 2025. This tax aims to generate approximately $420 million annually for road repairs and infrastructure improvements. While the tax targets transactions from growers to retail dispensaries,

October 8, 2025 8:54 am

Illustration of Michigan's budget allocation for 2026 showing community services.

Michigan Business News

Michigan Governor Signs $81 Billion Budget for 2026

News Summary Governor Gretchen Whitmer has signed a bipartisan $81 billion budget for fiscal year 2026, focusing on road repairs, public safety, tax cuts, and healthcare investments. The budget allocates $2 billion for road repairs funded partly by a cannabis tax hike and includes substantial healthcare funding of $29.8 billion

October 8, 2025 8:51 am

Inside a Michigan cannabis dispensary with customers and products on display.

Michigan Business News

Michigan’s Cannabis Industry Faces New Tax Challenges

News Summary Michigan’s cannabis industry is preparing for significant challenges as a new 24% wholesale tax on marijuana is set to be implemented in January 2026. This tax, approved by the Michigan Senate, aims to generate around $420 million annually for state infrastructure but raises concerns among industry leaders about

October 6, 2025 8:53 am

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Michigan Breaking News

Michigan Proposes House Bill to Ban Online Pornography and VPNs

News Summary A new legislation, House Bill 4938, introduced in Michigan aims to ban online pornography and impose heavy penalties for its distribution. State Rep. Josh Schriver’s bill, also referred to as the ‘Anticorruption of Public Morals Act’, seeks to prohibit the use of VPNs, which raises concerns among privacy

October 6, 2025 8:50 am

Visual representation of Michigan's balanced state budget highlighting infrastructure and education funding

Michigan Breaking News

Michigan Approves Balanced Bipartisan State Budget

News Summary The Michigan House and Senate have successfully passed a bipartisan state budget that emphasizes funding for roads, schools, and tax breaks for seniors and working families. The budget, now awaiting Governor Whitmer’s approval, addresses critical infrastructure needs while navigating controversies surrounding tax proposals, including a contested marijuana tax.

October 5, 2025 8:55 am

Road construction in Lansing funded by marijuana tax

Michigan Business News

Lansing Implements 24% Wholesale Marijuana Tax for Roads

News Summary Michigan has approved a 24% wholesale tax on marijuana to generate an estimated $420 million annually for road infrastructure improvements. This tax, effective January 1, aims to align marijuana taxation with alcohol and support the state’s aging infrastructure. While it will raise consumer prices, it does not fully

October 5, 2025 8:53 am

Protesters outside Michigan state Capitol regarding marijuana tax

Michigan Business News

Michigan Senate Approves 24% Tax on Marijuana Sales

News Summary The Michigan Senate has narrowly approved a 24% wholesale tax on marijuana sales, projected to generate $420 million for road repairs and construction. This decision, part of a budget agreement to prevent a potential government shutdown, has sparked mixed reactions across the political spectrum and raised concerns in

October 4, 2025 8:56 am

Courtroom setting with legal documents and gavel representing tax foreclosure case.

Michigan Breaking News

Supreme Court to Hear Major Tax Foreclosure Case

News Summary The U.S. Supreme Court will hear the pivotal case of Michael Pung v. Isabella County, addressing crucial property rights in tax foreclosures. The dispute centers on an estate’s tax bill that led to a foreclosure sale significantly below the home’s assessed value. Legal experts believe the outcome could

October 4, 2025 8:51 am

Construction on Michigan roads and bridges

Michigan Breaking News

Michigan Lawmakers Approve $75.9 Billion Budget

News Summary Michigan lawmakers recently approved a $75.9 billion budget with bipartisan support, allocating significant funds for education and infrastructure. The budget includes $51.8 billion for government operations and $24.1 billion for education, while introducing a controversial 24% wholesale tax on marijuana sales expected to generate substantial road funding. Despite

October 3, 2025 8:57 am