Public Statements

Limit results to:

Date Range

Keyword Search

Search string must be longer than 3 characters.

results per page:
Date Title Politician
June 22, 2021 Gov. Whitmer, Lt. Governor Gilchrist Announce High-Speed Internet Expansion in Washtenaw County to Support Small Businesses Gov. Gretchen Whitmer
June 21, 2021 Gov. Whitmer Urges Parents to File a Federal Income Tax Return or Use Non-Filer Sign up Portal to Receive Child Tax Credit Payments Gov. Gretchen Whitmer
June 17, 2021 Governor Whitmer today announced that the state of Michigan's improving economy and multi-billion-dollar revenue surplus coming out of the COVID-19 pandemic have prompted Fitch Ratings to improve the state's general obligation bonds AA credit rating from a "stable outlook" to a "positive outlook." The State of Michigan recently announce new revenue projections taking the state from a nearly $3 billion deficit to a $3.5 billion surplus. The move is an affirmation the state is headed in the right direction, saving taxpayers money by lower borrowing costs for upcoming bond issues. "This rating is a sign of confidence in Michigan's hardworking people, close-knit communities, and innovative small businesses," said Governor Gretchen Whitmer. "Our early, decisive efforts to respond to the COVID-19 pandemic are paying dividends as we emerge from the pandemic stronger than ever, poised for an economic jumpstart. With billions in federal stimulus and a $3.5 billion state budget surplus, we must continue our forward momentum and channel it into raising wages, invest in small businesses, and uplift families. I look forward to engaging the legislature, local communities and Michiganders as we continue thinking through the best ways to turbocharge our economy and make a real difference in people's lives." In its announcement, which formally rated $603 million of limited obligation revenue bonds to be issued through the Michigan Strategic Fund in support of the Flint Water Advocacy Fund, Fitch noted the state of Michigan's success in achieving balanced budgets and the expectation that the state's improved fiscal and budgetary resilience will be sustained. In addition, Fitch believes the state is well-positioned to benefit from a return to economic growth following the deep recession caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. "I am delighted how Wall Street has recognized the hard work and effort taken to react to the impacts of COVID-19 here in Michigan," State Treasurer Rachael Eubanks said. "The credit rating agencies have again displayed confidence in Michigan's economic and financial health by affirming their credit ratings - with Fitch even boosting their outlook - showing investors that our state is a great investment." Prior to offering $603 million of limited obligation revenue bonds, Fitch and Moody's Investor Services reviews the state's economy, finances and other factors to determine a credit rating. Due to the bonds being an appropriation credit of the state, the rating agencies rate the Michigan Strategic Fund bonds one notch below the credit ratings of the state of Michigan. The bonds are rated AA- by Fitch and Aa2 by Moody's. The money from this bond sale will be used to make a loan to the Flint Water Advocacy Fund for the purpose of transferring $600 million to the Flint Water Crisis Qualified Settlement Fund in accordance with a settlement agreement entered between the state of Michigan and plaintiffs concerning state defendants' legal liabilities related to the Flint Water Crisis. During the May Consensus Revenue Estimating Conference, the Michigan Department of Treasury and state House and Senate Fiscal Agencies agreed to revenues $3.5 billion more than anticipated in January. Federal stimulus programs and improving public health situation were attributed to the increase. Gov. Gretchen Whitmer
June 15, 2021 Gov. Whitmer Announces Credit Rating Outlook Boost as State Displays Strong Financial Position, Economic Recovery Gov. Gretchen Whitmer
June 14, 2021 Gov. Whitmer Signs Executive Directive Prohibiting use of MDHHS-Administered Funds for the Practice of Conversion Therapy on Minors Garlin Gilchrist, ...
June 14, 2021 Gov. Whitmer Announces Record Investment to Help Families Access Safe, Quality, Affordable Child Care as Michigan Gets Back to Work Gov. Gretchen Whitmer
June 11, 2021 Governor Whitmer & Lt. Governor Gilchrist Announce Michigan has Reached a First Dose Vaccination Rate of 60% Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, ...
June 11, 2021 Gov. Whitmer Announces $105.8 Million Proposal in Women's Facilities Modernization for Michigan Army National Guard, Declares June 12 Women Veterans Recognition Day Gov. Gretchen Whitmer
June 10, 2021 U.S. Department of Commerce Invests $754,840 in CARES Act Recovery Assistance to Support Medical Technology Innovators in Southeast Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer
June 10, 2021 Governor Announces Plan for Historic $250 Million Investment to Modernize State Parks and Trails to Enhance Tourism, Boost Local Economies Gov. Gretchen Whitmer
June 10, 2021 Governor Announces Plan for Historic $250 Million Investment to Modernize State Parks and Trails to Enhance Tourism, Boost Local Economies Gov. Gretchen Whitmer
June 9, 2021 Gov. Whitmer Establishes Bipartisan Task Force on Juvenile Justice Reform Gov. Gretchen Whitmer
June 9, 2021 Governor Whitmer Signs Bipartisan Bills Helping Veterans and their Families Continue their Careers in Michigan, Accelerating Michigan's Economic Recovery Gov. Gretchen Whitmer
June 8, 2021 Governor Whitmer Signs Bipartisan Bills to Improve Access to Mental Health Services through Michigan Crisis and Access Line Gov. Gretchen Whitmer
June 8, 2021 Gov. Whitmer Announces Preschool Funding Plan to Ensure 22,000 More Children Can Enroll in Early Education Gov. Gretchen Whitmer
June 4, 2021 Governor Whitmer Announces Federal Grant for MDOT Bridge Bundling Program Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, ...
June 3, 2021 Governor Whitmer Signs Bipartisan Bill to Expand Tasting Rooms, Supporting Michigan's Microbreweries and Craft Distilleries   Gov. Gretchen Whitmer
June 3, 2021 Governor Whitmer Announces Michigan Economic Jumpstart Plan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer
June 3, 2021 Gov. Whitmer Announces $1.5M in CARES Act Recovery Assistance for Ingham, Lenawee and Hillsdale Counties Gov. Gretchen Whitmer
June 2, 2021 Governor Whitmer Signs Executive Directive to Expand High-Speed Internet Access For Michiganders Garlin Gilchrist, ...
June 2, 2021 Governor Whitmer and Lt. Governor Gilchrist Join State's First Expungement Event Since Clean Slate Bills Were Signed into Law Garlin Gilchrist, ...
June 1, 2021 Governor Gretchen Whitmer and LARA Announce Adopted Training Requirement to Improve Equity Across Michigan's Health Care System Garlin Gilchrist, ...
June 1, 2021 Gov. Whitmer Announces New MI Clean Water Grants to Upgrade Water Systems Throughout Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer
June 1, 2021 Michigan Takes Next Step Back to Normal under updated Vacc to Normal Plan Garlin Gilchrist, ...
June 1, 2021 Gov. Whitmer and Lt. Governor Gilchrist Sign Proclamation Marking June as Pride Month Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, ...
Date Title Politician
June 22, 2021 Gov. Whitmer, Lt. Governor Gilchrist Announce High-Speed Internet Expansion in Washtenaw County to Support Small Businesses Gov.Gretchen Whitmer
June 21, 2021 Gov. Whitmer Urges Parents to File a Federal Income Tax Return or Use Non-Filer Sign up Portal to Receive Child Tax Credit Payments Gov.Gretchen Whitmer
June 17, 2021 Governor Whitmer today announced that the state of Michigan's improving economy and multi-billion-dollar revenue surplus coming out of the COVID-19 pandemic have prompted Fitch Ratings to improve the state's general obligation bonds AA credit rating from a "stable outlook" to a "positive outlook." The State of Michigan recently announce new revenue projections taking the state from a nearly $3 billion deficit to a $3.5 billion surplus. The move is an affirmation the state is headed in the right direction, saving taxpayers money by lower borrowing costs for upcoming bond issues. "This rating is a sign of confidence in Michigan's hardworking people, close-knit communities, and innovative small businesses," said Governor Gretchen Whitmer. "Our early, decisive efforts to respond to the COVID-19 pandemic are paying dividends as we emerge from the pandemic stronger than ever, poised for an economic jumpstart. With billions in federal stimulus and a $3.5 billion state budget surplus, we must continue our forward momentum and channel it into raising wages, invest in small businesses, and uplift families. I look forward to engaging the legislature, local communities and Michiganders as we continue thinking through the best ways to turbocharge our economy and make a real difference in people's lives." In its announcement, which formally rated $603 million of limited obligation revenue bonds to be issued through the Michigan Strategic Fund in support of the Flint Water Advocacy Fund, Fitch noted the state of Michigan's success in achieving balanced budgets and the expectation that the state's improved fiscal and budgetary resilience will be sustained. In addition, Fitch believes the state is well-positioned to benefit from a return to economic growth following the deep recession caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. "I am delighted how Wall Street has recognized the hard work and effort taken to react to the impacts of COVID-19 here in Michigan," State Treasurer Rachael Eubanks said. "The credit rating agencies have again displayed confidence in Michigan's economic and financial health by affirming their credit ratings - with Fitch even boosting their outlook - showing investors that our state is a great investment." Prior to offering $603 million of limited obligation revenue bonds, Fitch and Moody's Investor Services reviews the state's economy, finances and other factors to determine a credit rating. Due to the bonds being an appropriation credit of the state, the rating agencies rate the Michigan Strategic Fund bonds one notch below the credit ratings of the state of Michigan. The bonds are rated AA- by Fitch and Aa2 by Moody's. The money from this bond sale will be used to make a loan to the Flint Water Advocacy Fund for the purpose of transferring $600 million to the Flint Water Crisis Qualified Settlement Fund in accordance with a settlement agreement entered between the state of Michigan and plaintiffs concerning state defendants' legal liabilities related to the Flint Water Crisis. During the May Consensus Revenue Estimating Conference, the Michigan Department of Treasury and state House and Senate Fiscal Agencies agreed to revenues $3.5 billion more than anticipated in January. Federal stimulus programs and improving public health situation were attributed to the increase. Gov.Gretchen Whitmer
June 15, 2021 Gov. Whitmer Announces Credit Rating Outlook Boost as State Displays Strong Financial Position, Economic Recovery Gov.Gretchen Whitmer
June 14, 2021 Gov. Whitmer Signs Executive Directive Prohibiting use of MDHHS-Administered Funds for the Practice of Conversion Therapy on Minors Garlin Gilchrist, ...
June 14, 2021 Gov. Whitmer Announces Record Investment to Help Families Access Safe, Quality, Affordable Child Care as Michigan Gets Back to Work Gov.Gretchen Whitmer
June 11, 2021 Governor Whitmer & Lt. Governor Gilchrist Announce Michigan has Reached a First Dose Vaccination Rate of 60% Gov.Gretchen Whitmer, ...
June 11, 2021 Gov. Whitmer Announces $105.8 Million Proposal in Women's Facilities Modernization for Michigan Army National Guard, Declares June 12 Women Veterans Recognition Day Gov.Gretchen Whitmer
June 10, 2021 U.S. Department of Commerce Invests $754,840 in CARES Act Recovery Assistance to Support Medical Technology Innovators in Southeast Michigan Gov.Gretchen Whitmer
June 10, 2021 Governor Announces Plan for Historic $250 Million Investment to Modernize State Parks and Trails to Enhance Tourism, Boost Local Economies Gov.Gretchen Whitmer
June 10, 2021 Governor Announces Plan for Historic $250 Million Investment to Modernize State Parks and Trails to Enhance Tourism, Boost Local Economies Gov.Gretchen Whitmer
June 9, 2021 Gov. Whitmer Establishes Bipartisan Task Force on Juvenile Justice Reform Gov.Gretchen Whitmer
June 9, 2021 Governor Whitmer Signs Bipartisan Bills Helping Veterans and their Families Continue their Careers in Michigan, Accelerating Michigan's Economic Recovery Gov.Gretchen Whitmer
June 8, 2021 Governor Whitmer Signs Bipartisan Bills to Improve Access to Mental Health Services through Michigan Crisis and Access Line Gov.Gretchen Whitmer
June 8, 2021 Gov. Whitmer Announces Preschool Funding Plan to Ensure 22,000 More Children Can Enroll in Early Education Gov.Gretchen Whitmer
June 4, 2021 Governor Whitmer Announces Federal Grant for MDOT Bridge Bundling Program Gov.Gretchen Whitmer, ...
June 3, 2021 Governor Whitmer Signs Bipartisan Bill to Expand Tasting Rooms, Supporting Michigan's Microbreweries and Craft Distilleries   Gov.Gretchen Whitmer
June 3, 2021 Governor Whitmer Announces Michigan Economic Jumpstart Plan Gov.Gretchen Whitmer
June 3, 2021 Gov. Whitmer Announces $1.5M in CARES Act Recovery Assistance for Ingham, Lenawee and Hillsdale Counties Gov.Gretchen Whitmer
June 2, 2021 Governor Whitmer Signs Executive Directive to Expand High-Speed Internet Access For Michiganders Garlin Gilchrist, ...
June 2, 2021 Governor Whitmer and Lt. Governor Gilchrist Join State's First Expungement Event Since Clean Slate Bills Were Signed into Law Garlin Gilchrist, ...
June 1, 2021 Governor Gretchen Whitmer and LARA Announce Adopted Training Requirement to Improve Equity Across Michigan's Health Care System Garlin Gilchrist, ...
June 1, 2021 Gov. Whitmer Announces New MI Clean Water Grants to Upgrade Water Systems Throughout Michigan Gov.Gretchen Whitmer
June 1, 2021 Michigan Takes Next Step Back to Normal under updated Vacc to Normal Plan Garlin Gilchrist, ...
June 1, 2021 Gov. Whitmer and Lt. Governor Gilchrist Sign Proclamation Marking June as Pride Month Gov.Gretchen Whitmer, ...
arrow_upward