Member input sought for MTA’s 2027 legislative issues
Township officials can review and provide input on the MTA legislative policy platform. The legislative policy objectives—reviewed, updated and approved annually—guide the Association’s government relations
Reminder: Asset Management Champions application deadline July 31
The Michigan Infrastructure Council is accepting applications for Cohort 10 of the Infrastructure Asset Management Champions Program until July 31. This state-sponsored, virtual training is
Unemployment law changing
Bipartisan changes to unemployment insurance law go into effect in July. Beginning July 19, employers participating in Michigan’s Work Share Program will be able to
Governor vetoes long-litigated nine bills from last session
Nine bills passed in the last legislative session and the subject of litigation and delay for 18 months were presented to the governor following a
Legislature finalizes state budget on July 3
After several weeks of negotiations between legislative leaders and a marathon session on July 2 and 3, the Legislature finalized action on the state’s FY
Foreclosure avoidance sunset removed
Legislation to eliminate sunset (expiration) dates for certain programs to assist residents avoid foreclosure due to delinquent property taxes received final approval by the Legislature.
Somerset Township supervisor appointed to Michigan Townships Association Board of Directors
Somerset Township (Hillsdale Co.) Supervisor Tim Shaw has been appointed to the Michigan Townships Association (MTA) Board of Directors, as director of MTA District 24,
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Legislature approves FY 2026-2027 state budget
The Legislature approved the state’s FY 2026-2027 budget totaling $75.2 billion, which includes a general fund total of $14.1 billion. Due to a projected $1