Policymaking can be really, really confusing. Schoolhouse Rock may have covered the basics. But what about the super niche tasks and processes that keep the Michigan government moving? It can feel like, if you're not a lawmaker, lobbyist, or reporter, it's impossible to know what's going on.
Well, that's where this guide comes in. Want to watch (and understand) a day in the state Senate? We got you. Want to know what's actually in a bill everyone's talking about? That's covered too.
It's your state, see how it's run.
Guides to the legislative process
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Public high schools in Michigan could soon see requirements to provide at least one computer science course. That’s under legislation that passed the state House of Representatives Tuesday. -
A federal prescription drug program could see a boost under a Michigan bill heard in committee Wednesday.The 340B Drug Pricing Program requires drugmakers that take part in Medicaid to provide eligible groups with discounted medications. Those health care-providing entities can contract with pharmacies to get that medicine to patients. -
A resource to explain how to understand the content of a bill. Part of our series on understanding how your state government functions. -
A resource to explain the flow of a day in the Michigan House of Representatives. Part of our series on understanding how your state government functions. -
A resource to explain the flow of a day in the Michigan Senate. Part of our series on understanding how your state government functions. -
A resource to explain some common and confusing terms you may hear around the Michigan Legislature. Part of our series on understanding how your state government functions. -
A resource to explain how Michigan bills become state law. Part of our series on understanding how your state government functions.
