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February 15, 2024
LANSING, MI – Today, Cannabis Regulatory Agency (CRA) Executive Director Brian Hanna applauded Governor Gretchen Whitmer’s Fiscal Year (FY) 2025 Executive Budget Recommendation, which includes additional support for the agency’s initiatives.
This year’s budget is balanced, fiscally responsible, does not raise taxes on Michiganders, and contains support for key CRA initiatives, including:
“We are excited to continue moving forward with support for our key initiatives, which stakeholders have indicated are important for a thriving and growing cannabis market,” said Hanna. “By removing the burden and cost of the monthly subscription to the statewide monitoring system, the CRA is investing in the stability and long-term success of the legal market.
Increased support for combating illicit activity, improving enforcement efforts, and increasing safety with fire inspections will help us continue to support our state’s licensed businesses.”
“We applaud Governor Whitmer for putting forward a comprehensive budget for our program that will address a number of urgent requests from our members,” said Robin Schneider, executive director of the Michigan Cannabis Industry Association (MiCIA).
“The budget contains several important allocations that will increase safety, reduce businesses’ regulatory costs, and increase profitability for law abiding operators by increasing enforcement against illicit activity in our market. As we work toward the continued improvement of our industry, we appreciate the Michigan Cannabis Regulatory Agency’s willingness to listen to our concerns and take action to address them.”
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NORTHVILLE TOWNSHIP, Mich. – The state has agreed to pay $13 million to patients and staff of a state child psychiatric hospital who say they were terrorized by an unannounced active shooter drill that gained national attention.
The Hawthorn Center was a state-run psychiatric hospital for children in Northville Township, Michigan (the facility has since closed). On Dec. 21, 2022, the center conducted an active shooter drill. Patients and most of the staff were not informed ahead of time. Four law enforcement agencies who responded to panicked 911 calls from inside the hospital weren’t notified of the drill, either and responded as if the threat was real.
When patients and employees saw dozens of heavily armed police outside the psych hospital, they were convinced armed intruders were roaming their halls. The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, which operated the Hawthorn Center, has not admitted to any wrongdoing. The Hawthorn Center employee who planned the drill continues to work for MDHHS. Hawthorn Center patients and staff have been relocated to Walter Reuther State Psychiatric Hospital in Westland.
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Making use of the first combined Democratic majority in the state House, Senate, and governor’s seat in decades, legislators have the numbers and have successfully approved by a wide range of bills from their agenda.
As we move into February 2024, we look at the implementation of significant laws, regulations and loss pertaining to gun safety, the minimum wage, LGBTQ+ protections, the “right-to-work” policy, and more.
This progress reflects the power of our elected officials hold to create their vision of a more inclusive, divided and forward-thinking society. Several of these new laws will take effect on Feb. 13, 2024, unless otherwise noted.
Following mass shootings state lawmakers quickly passed a series of bills related to firearms in an effort to address gun violence.
Lawmakers aimed to address the issue of gun violence with a comprehensive approach, passing legislation that encompasses a red flag law, requirements for firearm storage, and universal background checks for purchasing firearms.
These bills, all successfully passed and signed into law by Gov. Whitmer, cover various aspects of these vital topics, with the exception of one bill related to red flag laws.
Red Flag Laws
Several bills were passed in Michigan to establish extreme risk protection order laws, also known as red flag laws.
These laws were manifested to help prevent a person in distress or crisis from using a firearm to harm themselves or others.
The laws don’t seek to take firearms away from gun owners who aren’t dangerous or in distress as defined by…
Bills
Firearm Storage Laws
Law abiding Michigan citizens will now be required to keep a firearm stored or unattended on a premises unloaded and locked, either with a locking device or stored in a locked container, if it is “reasonably known that a minor is or is likely to be present on the premises.”
There are a variety of penalties for violating this requirement.
Bills:
Gun Safety
The costs of gun safety devices will be lower to allow access products needed to safely store firearms. Right…
Bills:
Background Checks
Background checks related to anyfirearm purchases will now expand to all firearm purchases, from handguns to long guns.
Bills:
Domestic Violence Regulations
Gov. Whitmer signed legislation that prohibits individuals convicted of a misdemeanor related to domestic violence from possessing firearms for at least an eight-year-period.
LGBTQ+ civil rights protections
Gov. Whitmer signed legislation that expands the state’s Elliott-Larsen Civil Rights Act to include legal protections for sexual orientation and gender identity and expression.
Initially passed in 1976, the act prohibits discriminatory practices, policies, and customs based on religion, race, color, national origin, age, sex, height, weight, familial status, or marital status. The act will now expand to include protect sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression from discrimination.
Bill:
Passed in 2013, the right-to-work law prohibited unionized workplaces from mandating employee payments of union dues and fees. The law posed restrictions on unions, sparking opposition from union supporters in 2012.
Michigan is the first state in 58 years to do so. The repeal is seen by many as a victory for organized labor at a time when union membership has been on the decline.
Whitmer said the move would “restore workers’ rights, protect Michiganders on the job, and grow Michigan’s middle class.”
Now you have no control how your dues and fees and fees for the priviledge of paying those fees will be allocated. If you don’t know what that entails then by all means don’t worry about it.
Bill:
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Prevailing wage law reinstated
A law that was repealed in 2018 is set to take effect once again in 2024. Whitmer has signed legislation that restores a prevailing wage law, commonly referred to as the prevailing wage law, which mandates that contractors hired for state projects must pay wages comparable to those of unions.
Bill:
More Abortion Barriers Removed
Abortion was legalized in Michigan after voters approved a constitutional amendment in 2022. Democratic lawmakers and state leaders persist in their efforts to remove any remaining obstacles to abortion care and access.
At the end of November 2023, Gov. Whitmer signed into law the Reproductive Health Act, which is comprised of eight separate bills.
According to the governor’s office, the package was designed to repeal “politically motivated, medically unnecessary statutes that criminalized nurses and doctors, forced health care providers to close, raised costs for patients, and restricted access to abortion.”
Here’s what the governor’s news release said
Bills:
Starting in 2024, third-grade students in Michigan will no longer get held back because of low reading scores.
In early 2023, state lawmakers voted to change a 2016 law that provides instructions for institutions and educators to help third graders “achieve a score of at least proficient in English language arts on the grade state assessment.” Under that law, third grade students with insufficient reading assessment scores would be held back under most circumstances starting in 2019-2020 school year.
Bill
Michigan employees making minimum wage will see a slight raise in pay in 2024. LOL
Under Michigan’s Improved Workforce Opportunity Wage Act of 2018, the state’s minimum wage is required to increase in certain increments at certain intervals.
As of Jan. 1, 2024, the state’s minimum wage increased from $10.10 to $10.33 per hour.
Here’s how the increase will affect minor, tipped, and training employees:
The wage is not considered a livable wage in Michigan.
An adult without children needs to make at least $16.27 per hour to support themself, while an adult with one child requires at least $36.81 per hour.
What are you going to do with that extra 23 cents ($1.84 per 8 hour day)?
A package of climate-related bills were signed into law in November 2023. The new Michigan Clean Energy & Climate Action law includes several Democrat-led proposals to lower household utility costs, protect state water and air, and create more green energy jobs.
Have a seat and read the bills here.
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With the ever-expanding digital landscape, cyberbullying has become a harsh reality for many. Michigan, recognizing its seriousness, has established specific laws to address this issue.
MCL 750.411x defines cyberbullying as posting a message in a public online forum about someone with the intent to threaten them with violence. This means simply posting something mean online doesn’t qualify as cyberbullying under this law.
However, if the post expresses a clear intention to harm the person, putting them in fear of bodily injury or death, it might be considered cyberbullying.
Definition
(6) As used in this section:
A first offense is punishable as a misdemeanor with up to 93 days in jail and a $500 fine. If the offender has a prior cyberbullying conviction, the penalties increase to a maximum of 1 year in jail and a $1,000 fine. Remember, these are just the legal consequences; cyberbullying can also have lasting social and emotional repercussions.
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If you encounter cyberbullying, don’t engage. Report the incident to the platform where it occurred and keep evidence like screenshots. Consider talking to a trusted adult or seeking help from organizations like Cyberbullying Research Center or StopBullying.gov. Remember, you’re not alone.
MCL 750.411x serves as a safeguard against online threats, but remember, online safety is a shared responsibility. By understanding the law, respecting others, and reporting harmful behavior, we can create a more positive and inclusive digital space for everyone.
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The steps to restore your driver’s license in Michigan vary depending on the reason your license was revoked or suspended. However, there are some general steps that apply to all cases:
The cost to restore your driver’s license in Michigan varies depending on the reason your license was revoked or suspended. It may be harder to get it back if you have numerous or other charges linked to the supension. You will most likely need an Attorney to fight for you.
There is a standard reinstatement fee of $125. You may also have to pay additional fees, such as the cost of any required driver improvement courses.
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It is not required to have a lawyer to restore your driver’s license in Michigan. However, a lawyer can help you understand the process and prepare for your hearing. If you have a complex case, or if you are not sure how to proceed, it is a good idea to consult with an attorney.
The amount of time it takes to restore your driver’s license in Michigan varies depending on the reason your license was revoked or suspended. If you have all of the required documentation and you are able to present a strong case to the SOS hearing officer, your license may be reinstated relatively quickly.
However, if your case is complex or if you have a history of driving offenses, it may take longer to get your license back.
You can find more information about restoring your driver’s license in Michigan on the Michigan Secretary of State website:
You can also contact the SOS Driver’s License Restoration Division at 517-322-1946 for more information.
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Involuntary manslaughter differs from murder in that it lacks intent to kill.
In Michigan, it is somewhat defined as the killing of another person through:
Involuntary manslaughter distinguishes itself from voluntary manslaughter based on the intent of the alleged offender.
The broad differentiating factor lies in whether the accused intended to cause severe physical harm to the victim, as seen in cases of voluntary manslaughter.
Conversely, in cases of involuntary manslaughter, the accused is alleged to have caused the victim’s death without malice or intent.
A conviction of voluntary manslaughter can arise when the accused did not have the intention to cause serious bodily harm to the victim but exhibited a significant lack of care in their behavior towards the victim’s safety.
The determining factor between these two homicide offenses is typically the presence of intent.
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Beyond the legal penalties, a conviction for involuntary manslaughter can have lasting consequences, including:
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