Michigan
Michigan Department of Transportation
On Thursday, June 29, 2005, Congress voted to extend the federal highway spending bill (TEA-21) for an eighth time as House and Senate conference committee members continue to discuss how to rewrite the legislation which expired on September 30, 2003. This extension continues highway and transit funding to the state at 2003 levels until July 19, 2005. Had Congress passed a new bill (Senate Bill 1072), Michigan would have received $940,000 more in federal funds each day since September 2003. ... [Read More]
Department of Natural Resources
The Department of Natural Resources currently holds title to approximately 4.5 million acres of Michigan's land surface, almost 6 million acres of its mineral rights, and 25 million acres of Great Lakes bottomlands. The DNR manages these lands to conserve, protect, and provide public use and enjoyment of the natural resource, recreational, ecological, cultural, and historical values of these lands for present and future generations. Defined on these pages are parcels to retain, parcels to offer to local governments or other groups, and parcels to dispose of under state ownership and DNR administration. ... [Read More]
MI Dept. of Labor & Economic Growth
Welcome to the website for the new Department of Labor & Economic Growth (DLEG), which opened for business officially Dec. 8th, 2003. Governor Jennifer Granholm created DLEG to promote job creation and economic growth in Michigan by centralizing and streamlining the state's job, workforce, and economic development functions under one department. The new department, led by DLEG Director David C. Hollister, will be a one-stop shop for business creation and development. ... According to a new study released jointly by the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Growth (DLEG) and the Michigan Department of Community Health (MDCH), the state will need to fill more than 100,000 professional and technical health care jobs in Michigan over the next decade. ... [Read More]
Treasury
Businesses can use this calculator to compare their SBT liability under current law with what their liability would be under the Michigan Jobs and Investment Act, proposed by Governor Jennifer Granholm. ... ... A comprehensive report detailing Department of Treasury efforts to ensure compliance with the Master Settlement Agreement of 1998 as well as Michigan Tobacco Tax Laws. ... Welcome to the official Michigan.gov web site. This site uses adaptive technology. Instructions are provided within the: ... [Read More]
State of Michigan
Some said it couldn't be built. Others said it shouldn't be built. They were wrong. On June 18, 1855, after two years of backbreaking effort, a canal and locks were completed around the rapids of the St. Mary's River at Sault Ste. Marie. The July/August 2005 issue of Michigan History magazine ... ... Welcome to the official Michigan.gov web site. This site uses adaptive technology. Instructions are provided within the: ... The Michigan Commission of Agriculture today appointed Mitch Irwin as Director of the Michigan Department ... ... [Read More]
Michigan Department of Education
For students, summer is a time for fun and play. It is also the time when children's learning slides. Research shows that during the summer students forget many of the reading and math skills learned during the school year. This "summer slide" requires schools and teachers to spend valuable time during the next school year helping students "re-learn" lost skills, and it greatly reduces the time available to master new skills and subjects. ... • Five Educators Chosen as Michigan's Finalists for 2005 Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching ... [Read More]
Michigan State Police
The Partnership for Family Safety is distributing a new brochure entitled, "How's My Driving? Simple Tips for Maintaining Driving Skills" that provides resources and information to help older drivers stay safely behind the wheel. ... Since its establishment in 1917 as wartime constabulary to provide homeland security, our agency has seen incredible changes in the profession of policing. ... The clearinghouse is housed within the Prevention Services Section of the Special Operations Division of the Michigan Department of State Police. ... [Read More]
Governor Granholm of Michigan
Michigan's educational system - from kindergarten and pre-school to high school and beyond - is an essential component in reshaping Michigan's 21st century economy. I believe we can create, attract and sustain the jobs of the future in Michigan by dramatically changing the way we think about educating our future workforce. And I believe ... ... Director, Office of the Great Lakes As director, DeBeaussaert serves as a member of Governor Granholm's Cabinet. He is appointed to the Great Lakes Protection Fund Board of Directors, serves on the Executive Board of the Great Lakes Commission, and is also a member of the Water Quality Board ... ... [Read More]
Michigan Department of Community Health
The following is a list of conditions that should be reported to the local health department without delay if the agent is identified by clinical diagnosis, direct examination, culture, serology, molecular techniques or by histopathology. ... With the use of this new prescription drug discount card, uninsured and under insured Michigan residents will be able to get their prescription medication for less money at participating pharmacies ... MDCH offers a variety of opportunities to do business with the department online - or order informational materials online through the Health Promotions Clearinghouse. ... [Read More]
Michigan Secretary of State
Welcome to the Department of State Web site, where the customer always comes first. It is designed with your convenience in mind. You will find the information you need 24 hours a day, seven days a week from the comfort of your home. ... Being online beats standing in line any day. So "skip-the-trip" to your branch office when it's time to renew your vehicle or watercraft registration. Save Time, Renew Online! ... The Michigan Department of State offers several alternatives to renewing your watercraft registration. ... ... [Read More]
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