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Residents of Gratiot County received $12,927 per capita in transfers in 2022, ranking it 52nd in Michigan

In 2022, residents of Gratiot County received an average of $12,927 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it 32nd lowest in Michigan.

By Tri-City Sun | Mar 31, 2025

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Bay County: Medicaid transfers accounted for 5.5% of income in 2022

In 2022, Medicaid transfers made up 5.5% of income in Bay County, providing an average of $2,734 per capita to residents.

By Tri-City Sun | Mar 31, 2025

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Rep. Hoadley announces April office hours across several districts

By Tri-City Sun | Mar 29, 2025

State Representative Mike Hoadley from Au Gres has scheduled office hours for April across the 99th House District.

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Hoadley advocates for dual enrollment at trade schools

By Tri-City Sun | Mar 26, 2025

State Representative Mike Hoadley, a Republican from Au Gres, recently addressed the House Floor in support of a proposal that would allow high school students to dual enroll at trade schools for credit.

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Saginaw County: Residents received $549.12 million per capita from Medicaid transfers in 2022

By Tri-City Sun | Mar 26, 2025

In 2022, Medicaid transfers made up 6.1% of income in Saginaw County, providing an average of $2,916 per capita to residents.

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In 2022, Saginaw County ranks 33rd among Michigan counties for government transfer income per capita at $14,386

By Tri-City Sun | Mar 24, 2025

In 2022, residents of Saginaw County received an average of $14,386 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it 33rd highest in Michigan.

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Arenac County: Income Maintenance transfers accounted for 3.1% of income in 2022

By Tri-City Sun | Mar 22, 2025

In 2022, Income Maintenance transfers made up 3.1% of income in Arenac County, providing an average of $1,426 per capita to residents.

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Michigan House passes road funding bills without raising taxes

By Tri-City Sun | Mar 20, 2025

State Representative Timmy Beson voted in favor of legislative proposals designed to allocate more funds annually to local roads without increasing taxes or accruing additional debt.

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Michigan GOP lawmakers propose bills for family financial relief

By Tri-City Sun | Mar 20, 2025

A group of House Republican lawmakers presented their proposals aimed at alleviating financial burdens for Michigan families.

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Rep. Timmy Beson introduces bill addressing Michigan's deer baiting regulations

By Tri-City Sun | Mar 19, 2025

State Representative Timmy Beson has introduced a bill aiming to address Michigan's deer baiting ban.

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Bill Schuette backs legislation reducing Michigan's state income tax

By Tri-City Sun | Mar 18, 2025

State Representative Bill G. Schuette has voted to reverse a previous income tax increase implemented by Democrats, aiming to provide relief for Michigan's workers and families.

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Gratiot County: Residents received $50.28 million per capita from Income Maintenance transfers in 2022

By Tri-City Sun | Mar 18, 2025

In 2022, Income Maintenance transfers made up 2.8% of income in Gratiot County, providing an average of $1,223 per capita to residents.

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Bay County residents received $14,494 per capita in government transfers in 2022, ranking 32nd in Michigan

By Tri-City Sun | Mar 17, 2025

In 2022, residents of Bay County received an average of $14,494 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it 32nd highest in Michigan.

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Michigan Rep proposes changes in drain assessment exemptions

By Tri-City Sun | Mar 14, 2025

State Representative Bill G. Schuette presented his legislative proposal, House Bill 4118, to the House Government Operations Committee.

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Representative Schuette introduces bill targeting harmful foreign influence in Michigan

By Tri-City Sun | Mar 14, 2025

State Representative Bill G. Schuette has put forward a legislative proposal aimed at curbing foreign influence from certain countries in Michigan.

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Rep. Hoadley introduces bill against foreign influence in Michigan

By Tri-City Sun | Mar 13, 2025

State Representative Mike Hoadley has introduced a bill aimed at reducing foreign influence in Michigan.

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Midland County: Income Maintenance dependency reached 1.5% in 2022

By Tri-City Sun | Mar 13, 2025

In 2022, Income Maintenance transfers made up 1.5% of income in Midland County, providing an average of $922 per capita to residents.

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Bill proposed to allow CPL holders in gun-free zones

By Tri-City Sun | Mar 11, 2025

State Representative Mike Hoadley has introduced a bill aiming to change the rules surrounding gun-free zones.

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Michigan representatives propose tax deferral plan to aid seniors and disabled

By Tri-City Sun | Mar 11, 2025

State Representatives Bill G. Schuette and Mike Hoadley presented their plan to provide financial relief for low-income seniors and permanently disabled individuals in Michigan.

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Arenac County ranks 12th highest in Michigan for per capita government transfer income at $17,004 in 2022

By Tri-City Sun | Mar 10, 2025

In 2022, residents of Arenac County received an average of $17,004 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it 12th highest in Michigan.