Balanced budget calls for investments to lower costs, expand MI Kids Back on Track, grow our economy LANSING, Mich. — On Feb. 8, Governor Gretchen Whitmer released her fifth executive budget recommendation. The Governor and State Budget Director Christopher Harkins outlined the proposal to a joint session of the Senate and House Appropriations committees Wednesday morning. The budget recommendation makes investments to support the success of Michigan students and teachers, improve the state’s infrastructure, better the health of residents, protect natural resources, and expand opportunity for families, communities, and businesses. “Today, I am proud to introduce my executive budget proposal to lower costs, grow our economy, and build a brighter future for anyone who wants to call Michigan home,” said Whitmer. “My budget includes investments to put money back in people’s pockets, help students thrive in school, put more people on paths to higher education and good-paying jobs, rebuild our infrastructure, keep our communities safe and improve public health. In the months ahead, I look forward to working with my partners in the legislature to deliver a balanced budget that makes a real difference in people’s lives. Let’s get it done.” The budget recommendation totals $79 billion and it includes a general fund total of $14.8 billion and a School Aid Fund total of $19 billion. It provides a significant amount of one-time funding while maintaining a structural balance in future years and does not utilize one-time funds for ongoing purposes. Lowering Costs The budget recommendation includes investments to lower costs and help Michiganders fight inflation:
Education – Getting Kids Back on Track K-12 Education
Higher Education & Workforce Development
Public Health – Strengthening Families
Public Safety – Keeping Communities Safe
Rebuilding Infrastructure Roads, Bridges, Transit, Electrification
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