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One reason is the same inflationary pressures bedeviling consumers are boosting state sales tax revenue. Also, there’s money from the American Rescue Plan waiting to be spent.
LANSING — Michigan lawmakers approved a state budget early Friday that increases money for education but delayed a decision on how to cut taxes, unable to yet bridge disagreement between Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and Republican legislative leaders.
This budget passed Thursday by lawmakers allocates a total of $1.9 billion for special education, an increase of $312 million from last year.
This budget passed Thursday by lawmakers allocates a total of $1.9 billion for special education, an increase of $312 million from last year.
The budget includes billions for road projects, school safety and other priorities. But Whitmer and lawmakers couldn't finalize any tax cuts.