AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoBudget Fight: Michigan House leaders are pushing to bring back a third-grade reading law that could hold students back if they’re more than a grade behind, with Republicans tying it to more kids’ spending and a phonics focus while Democrats call it political stunts. Public Safety & Recovery: Gov. Gretchen Whitmer asked the Trump administration for a major disaster declaration after April storms, flooding, and nine tornadoes hit 43 counties, aiming to unlock FEMA help for families and local governments. Infrastructure Watch: The Gordie Howe Bridge is nearing completion, but residents still don’t have a firm opening date, and the delay is turning into a political blame game. Education Policy: Whitmer’s new smartphone ban for K-12 schools takes effect in the 2026-27 school year, leaving districts to set the practical rules. Local Economy & Housing: Habitat for Humanity Northeast Michigan released a new “We Build More Than Houses” declaration to tackle the region’s rural housing shortage. Sports: Tigers ace Tarik Skubal is set for a rehab start Sunday with High-A West Michigan in Grand Rapids. Consumer/Community: A Southeast Michigan dog-training business, Great Lakes Dog Training, is accused of taking thousands without providing promised services.
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