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Journalists covering state politics broke down Michigan's newly approved state budget—and what the $76 billion plan means for the average Michigander.

The Legislature is on a three-week summer recess after finalizing budget bills and sending them to Governor Gretchen Whitmer’s desk. But that was just round one of state budget negotiations.

The budget represents a spending increase of nearly 10% compared to the current budget. Much of the increase comes from additional federal funds.

The Republican-controlled Michigan House rejected several efforts Thursday to soften the impact on abortion rights if Roe v. Wade is reversed.

The Michigan Senate could advance its full budget proposal to the House of Representatives by the end of next week.

Michigan House lawmakers passed a multi-billion-dollar tax cut Tuesday.

Updates from state agencies show Michigan brought in around $3 billion in revenue last month.

Whitmer told the Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce the costs of the Senate Republican tax plan aren’t covered over the long-term.

Warrant enforcement, changes to probation, and negative public perceptions of police are near the top of the list. However, money is a primary concern.

Transportation and infrastructure will play a central role in Governor Michigan Gretchen Whitmer’s budget proposal. The plan will include a $1 billion funding boost for roads, bridges, dams and other infrastructure.