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Michigan residents will be able to access their immunization records through a new online portal launched by the Department of Health and Human Services. Those over the age of 18, with immunization records posted in the Michigan Care Improvement Registry, including COVID-19 vaccination, can access their record online. The portal was funded through CDC grant […]

As K-12 schools in Michigan prepare for the new school year, the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) issued updated recommendations for schools to help prevent the transmission of COVID-19. The update reflects the most current recommendations by the Center for Disease Control and Prevention on masking and prevention strategies for schools. The key […]

The Michigan Community Service Commission announced Michigan’s $24.5 million AmeriCorps investment. The funding will support over 1,000 AmeriCorps members tackling challenges such as COVID-19 recovery, disaster services, safter communities, and more. The investment will support 26 organizations through 28 subgrants and one planning grant to expand their reach and impact in communities. The funds are […]

The House voted to approve a citizen’s initiative repealing gubernatorial powers during a state of emergency. The group behind repealing the Emergency Powers of the Governor Act collected enough valid signatures of Michigan voters to send the initiative to the legislature for consideration. Last week, the Senate voted along party lines to approve, sending it […]

On Thursday, the Senate voted to approve a citizen’s initiative removing gubernatorial powers during a state of emergency. The powers under the public act were used by Governor Gretchen Whitmer in the beginning of the pandemic, before the Michigan Supreme Court ruled it unconstitutional last fall. The initiative was passed along a party-line vote, with […]

Under the latest change to COVID-19 requirements, agricultural and food processing employees are no longer required to undergo mandatory testing. The change is being made in light of increasing vaccination rates, declining cases, expanded access to testing and vaccinations, and enhanced housing and worker protections currently in effect to mitigate spread. Other protections for agricultural […]

Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced the creation of the MI Shot to Win Sweepstakes, a lottery-style raffle incentivizing Michigan residents to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. Currently, just over 60% of residents age 16 and older have received at least one dose of the vaccine. The state is working towards their goal of vaccinating 70% of eligible […]

The House passed legislation prohibiting a state agency or local government from issuing documentation certifying an individual has received the COVID-19 vaccine. It would prohibit a state or local governmental entity from requiring vaccination documentation as a condition of receiving a public service. It also prohibits any governmental fees or penalties based on COVID-19 vaccination […]