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Ruling On Recreational Marijuana Ballot Language Awaited

A state board could give a thumbs up or thumbs down Thursday to two groups that want to legalize recreational marijuana in the state. The State Board of Canvassers at their meeting in Lansing will review proposed language for ballot proposals from the Michigan Cannabis Coalition and the Michigan Comprehensive …

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State School Superintendent Speaks To Lawmakers

Incoming Michigan School Superintendent Brian Whiston told legislators in Lansing Wednesday that “there will be a plan” to put Michigan’s education system in the top ten. Whiston appeared before a joint meeting of several education related committees. He told lawmakers that Michigan “owes it to students” to come up with …

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Local Control Laws Discussed In Senate Committee

Legislation prohibiting a local government from passing laws requiring companies to provide certain benefits is up in a Senate committee this morning. Lawmakers and groups opposing the bill say each community in the state is different and should have its own unique set of laws. Those backing the legislation say …

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