Key members of the Whitmer Administration joined National Park Service Director Chuck Sams to tour the Ford Piquette Avenue Plant in Detroit and announce a first-of-its-kind partnership between the State of Michigan and the National Park Service (NPS) to collaborate on implementing safe, innovative technology to increase accessibility and equity in recreational and park settings.

Lt. Governor Garlin Gilchrist II joined Vision To Learn at Averill New Tech Elementary in Lansing to distribute eyeglasses to 35 students. Vision To Learn is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing free eye exams and glasses to students for success in school and life.

Governor Gretchen Whitmer: Announces Michiganders to Receive Additional Assistance to Lower the Cost of Groceries

Governor Whitmer today proclaimed April 18-24 as Earth Week in Michigan, celebrating the administration's record investments in water infrastructure, and our state and local parks, which will create jobs, boost our economy, and ensure that all families can safely enjoy Michigan’s natural features.

Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced that multiple road rebuilding projects are expected to begin today. The projects include US-23 resurfacing and bridge work in Arenac County, US-127 resurfacing in Gratiot County, the I-69 Rebuilding Michigan project in Lapeer County, year two of the I-75 resurfacing project in Bay County, US-31 resurfacing project in Manistee and Mason Counties, I-96 road and bridge improvement project in Kent County, and the I-196 interchange connection project in Kent County.

Governor Whitmer and Michigan Department of Insurance and Financial Services (DIFS) Director Anita Fox are encouraging Michiganders to take advantage of a new Health Insurance Marketplace Special Enrollment Period (SEP) that now gives Michiganders the opportunity to enroll in free or low-cost health insurance in 2022.

Governor Whitmer and the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) today announced that 19 communities around Michigan have been awarded a total of $491,834 in grants aimed at supporting small local businesses to create resiliency and strengthen downtowns.

Governor Whitmer and Lt. Governor Gilchrist II joined the National Football League (NFL), Detroit Lions, and local leaders in Detroit to celebrate the hosting of the 2024 NFL Draft.

Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced that nearly a third of eligible Michiganders have already received their $400 auto refund checks from the Michigan Catastrophic Claims Association (MCCA) catastrophic fund surplus. According to data gathered by the Michigan Department of Insurance and Financial Services (DIFS), more than $906 million of the total $3 billion in surplus funds has been returned to Michigan drivers. Auto insurers have until May 9 to deliver the remaining $2.1 billion via checks or deposit to eligible drivers.

Governor Whitmer announced that Michigan food, agriculture, and forest products exports experienced a 19 percent year-over-year growth in 2021. Though business owners and farmers across the nation continued to adapt to global challenges in 2021, Michigan’s food and agriculture sector experienced success despite these challenges. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, Michigan’s food and agriculture exports totaled $2.5 billion in 2021.

Governor Gretchen Whitmer and Lieutenant Governor Garlin Gilchrist II issued the following statements on the shooting of Patrick Lyoya in Grand Rapids.

Governor Gretchen Whitmer issued the following statement after the release of Michigan’s latest economic numbers showing 11 straight months of job growth, and a low unemployment rate of 4.4%.

Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced the appointment of Judge William Paul Nichols to the 38th Circuit Court of Monroe County.

Governor Whitmer announced that multiple road rebuilding projects are expected to begin on Monday, April 18. The projects include US-127 resurfacing in Gratiot County, the I-69 Rebuilding Michigan project in Lapeer County, year two of the I-75 resurfacing project in Bay County, US-31 resurfacing project in Mason County, I-96 road and bridge improvement project in Kent County, and the I-96 interchange connection project in Kent County. Based on economic modeling, this investment is expected to directly and indirectly support 1,287 jobs.

Governor Whitmer announced that multiple road rebuilding projects are expected to begin. The projects include the rebuilding of four bridges in Iron and Ontonagon counties, resurfacing US-12 in Berrien County, expansion of I-94 and rebuilding the I-94/Portage Road interchange in Jackson, the next phase of the I-96 flex route project in Oakland County and drainage work at 14 Mile Road at M-3 (Gratiot Avenue) in Macomb County. Based on economic modeling, this investment is expected to directly and indirectly support 7,450 jobs.

Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced the following appointments to the Automobile Theft Prevention Authority Board of Directors, State Boundary Commission, Crime Victim Services Commission, Michigan Dairy Market Program Committee, Michigan Liquor Control Commission, Michigan Board of Respiratory Care, State Survey and Remonumentation Commission, Michigan State Transportation Commission, Council on Climate Solutions, Michigan Interagency Coordinating Council for Infants and Toddlers with Developmental Disabilities, Michigan Statewide Independent Living Council, and the Committee on the Purchase of Goods and Services from Community Rehabilitation Organizations.

Governor Gretchen Whitmer has signed HB 5525, legislation making a deposit in Michigan’s Unemployment Compensation Fund and funding ongoing efforts to crack down on waste, fraud, and abuse of taxpayer funds. “This fiscally-responsible, bipartisan bill will lower costs for small businesses and fight waste, fraud, and abuse in our unemployment system,” said Governor Whitmer.