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Michigan Budget Cuts and Shifts | Spokane News
Michigan lawmakers pulled an all-nighter to pass a historic budget, closing a $1 billion gap without slashing Medicaid or food aid—though it means tough cuts to 10 state departments, slashed arts and tourism programs, and controversial shifts from K-12 to higher ed funding. With a 1,000-page bill rushed through and no new taxes, the $84 billion plan balances spending with $125 million in targeted investments—leaving lawmakers and citizens debating whether it’s a smart fix or a messy compromise. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on…
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