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Yesterday at 4:08 PM  Michigan utilities could add up to a $1 surcharge to electric bills to provide heating assistance to low-income customers under legislation headed to the governor's desk.

Friday, June 14, 2013  The Michigan House has voted to make hundreds of thousands of adults eligible for Medicaid.  Gov. Rick Snyder is pushing hard to expand government-funded health insurance to more low-income adults and is hopeful the Senate will act before breaking for the summer in a week.

Thursday, June 13, 2013  The Michigan Legislature has approved changes to the state's fireworks law, including giving local governments power to restrict their use.

Wednesday, June 12, 2013  Small winemakers could offer tastings and sell their wine at farmers markets around Michigan under legislation nearing final approval in Lansing.

Wednesday, June 12, 2013  The bill was proposed after Detroit's emergency manager said the DIA's collection could face sale if Detroit seeks bankruptcy protection.

Wednesday, June 05, 2013  Biological parents would be given 5 days to change their mind about giving up a baby for adoption.

Monday, June 03, 2013  The time would be reduced to two months from the current time of six months.

Friday, May 31, 2013  The Republican governor's call for $1.2 billion in gasoline taxes and vehicle registration fees is stalled in the Legislature.

Wednesday, May 29, 2013  Bullying could be a crime punishable by 93 days in jail.

Tuesday, May 28, 2013  If passed, the legislature would have to approve Common Core funding for schools.

Thursday, May 23, 2013  Gov. Snyder is hopeful he can still broker a deal.

Wednesday, May 15, 2013  Improvements to the housing sector is a big reason for the continued recovery, according to experts.

Wednesday, May 15, 2013  The bill would prohibit a public body from charging more than 10 cents a page for a copy of a public record under the act.

Tuesday, May 14, 2013  Minnesota Legislature passes same-sex marriage, governor to sign bill allowing Aug. 1 gay weddings

Thursday, April 25, 2013  Parents would have to ensure that their children are going to school to receive welfare benefits.