Citizens Research Council of Michigan
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💉Michigan's health outcomes lag behind those of other Midwest states and even nationally and globally. Data shows that improving Michigan's health will require addressing all policy areas. #Michigan #health #sdoh
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💉Michigan's health outcomes lag behind those of other Midwest states and even nationally and globally. Data shows that improving Michigan's health will require addressing all policy areas. #Michigan #health #sdoh
December 1, 2025 at 8:15 PM
We hope you can attend, Wednesday at 11 am. Register here:⏬
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💉Michigan's health outcomes lag behind those of other Midwest states and even nationally and globally. Data shows that improving Michigan's health will require addressing all policy areas. #Michigan #health #sdoh
crcmich.org/webinars/sdo...
💉Michigan's health outcomes lag behind those of other Midwest states and even nationally and globally. Data shows that improving Michigan's health will require addressing all policy areas. #Michigan #health #sdoh
💊Join our webinar next week: SDOH: Pathways to a Healthier Michigan. Lagging financial resources are the root cause of poor health outcomes for Michiganders and directly affect the state's economic vitality.
📅 Mark your calendars for Wednesday, 12/3 at 11 am.
Register at: crcmich.org/webinars/sdo...
📅 Mark your calendars for Wednesday, 12/3 at 11 am.
Register at: crcmich.org/webinars/sdo...
November 25, 2025 at 6:15 PM
💊Join our webinar next week: SDOH: Pathways to a Healthier Michigan. Lagging financial resources are the root cause of poor health outcomes for Michiganders and directly affect the state's economic vitality.
📅 Mark your calendars for Wednesday, 12/3 at 11 am.
Register at: crcmich.org/webinars/sdo...
📅 Mark your calendars for Wednesday, 12/3 at 11 am.
Register at: crcmich.org/webinars/sdo...
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When it comes to what social factors have the greatest impact on health outcomes for Michigan residents, access to financial resources is the biggest driver, according to a new report from the Citizen’s Research Council of Michigan.
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Report concludes that financial resources are the biggest driver of Michigan health outcomes • Michigan Advance
When it comes to what social factors have the greatest impact on health outcomes for Michigan residents, access to financial resources is the biggest driver, according to a new report from the Citizen...
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November 18, 2025 at 6:58 PM
When it comes to what social factors have the greatest impact on health outcomes for Michigan residents, access to financial resources is the biggest driver, according to a new report from the Citizen’s Research Council of Michigan.
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Michigan fares worse than its regional, national, and even global peers in health, and it's getting worse. All data points - all roads - point to a lack of financial resources as the root cause. #Michiganhealth #SDOH #MiLeg #MiPol #MichiganPublicHealth
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Social Determinants of Health: Pathways to a Healthier Michigan - Citizens Research Council of Michigan
Two broad themes emerge from the data presented: the interconnectedness of the social determinants of health and the centrality of financial resources in the story of Michigan residents’ lagging healt...
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November 18, 2025 at 8:45 PM
Michigan fares worse than its regional, national, and even global peers in health, and it's getting worse. All data points - all roads - point to a lack of financial resources as the root cause. #Michiganhealth #SDOH #MiLeg #MiPol #MichiganPublicHealth
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Michigan’s health is poor. Can better transportation, food and schools fix it?
A report from the Citizen’s Research Council underscores Michigan’s overall poor health, arguing that policymakers should consider other factors — transportation, education and civic engagement, for example — for…
A report from the Citizen’s Research Council underscores Michigan’s overall poor health, arguing that policymakers should consider other factors — transportation, education and civic engagement, for example — for…
Michigan’s health is poor. Can better transportation, food and schools fix it?
A report from the Citizen’s Research Council underscores Michigan’s overall poor health, arguing that policymakers should consider other factors — transportation, education and civic engagement, for example — for improving the state’s health and, in turn, the state’s economy.
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November 18, 2025 at 8:36 PM
Michigan’s health is poor. Can better transportation, food and schools fix it?
A report from the Citizen’s Research Council underscores Michigan’s overall poor health, arguing that policymakers should consider other factors — transportation, education and civic engagement, for example — for…
A report from the Citizen’s Research Council underscores Michigan’s overall poor health, arguing that policymakers should consider other factors — transportation, education and civic engagement, for example — for…
The federal government is pulling back from its role as a coordinating force for health expertise, guidance, and data collection. State governments are stepping up.
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States are Forming Public Health Alliances; Michigan Should Consider Joining - Citizens Research Council of Michigan
Much attention has focused on changes to vaccine recommendations and controversial messaging from the federal government about Tylenol use during pregnancy causing autism. But, a big part of the story...
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November 17, 2025 at 1:14 PM
The federal government is pulling back from its role as a coordinating force for health expertise, guidance, and data collection. State governments are stepping up.
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CRC's latest issue brief highlights the importants of providing Michigan's Dept. of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) with the funding necessary to protect Michigans water resources. crcmich.org/cafopermitti...
Regulation of Large Livestock Farms is Not Working for Farmers or the Environment - Citizens Research Council of Michigan
Concentrated animial feed lots, sometimes called 'factory farms,' pose a unique challenge for environmental regulators.
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October 1, 2025 at 7:37 PM
CRC's latest issue brief highlights the importants of providing Michigan's Dept. of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) with the funding necessary to protect Michigans water resources. crcmich.org/cafopermitti...
⚕️As federal government health leadership pulls back from its role as a coordinating force for health expertise, guidance, and data collection, states have begun forming health alliances to fill the gaps.
👩⚕️Michigan should consider joining or creating a health alliance.💊
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👩⚕️Michigan should consider joining or creating a health alliance.💊
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States are Forming Public Health Alliances; Michigan Should Consider Joining - Citizens Research Council of Michigan
Much attention has focused on changes to vaccine recommendations and controversial messaging from the federal government about Tylenol use during pregnancy causing autism. But, a big part of the story...
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November 13, 2025 at 5:52 PM
⚕️As federal government health leadership pulls back from its role as a coordinating force for health expertise, guidance, and data collection, states have begun forming health alliances to fill the gaps.
👩⚕️Michigan should consider joining or creating a health alliance.💊
crcmich.org/states-are-f...
👩⚕️Michigan should consider joining or creating a health alliance.💊
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From the archives:
"It is critical to stop perpetuating existing problems by repeating the mistakes of the past."
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"It is critical to stop perpetuating existing problems by repeating the mistakes of the past."
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Michigan Must Prioritize Urban Transportation Policy that Works for All Citizens - Citizens Research Council of Michigan
A recent report, "Divided by Design," points a way forward to create a transportation system that works for all Michiganders.
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November 11, 2025 at 6:05 PM
From the archives:
"It is critical to stop perpetuating existing problems by repeating the mistakes of the past."
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"It is critical to stop perpetuating existing problems by repeating the mistakes of the past."
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To all the tax policy wonks out there: our 39th edition of the Outline of the Michigan Tax System went out today, including all tax changes enacted as part of the budget and roads agreement. It's a ready reference for all your Michigan tax questions. Bookmark it today!
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Outline of the Michigan Tax System - 39th Edition - Citizens Research Council of Michigan
This outline is designed to be a ready reference to the 68 taxes authorized for the state and local government in Michigan. It contains information on each of the 43 state and 25 local taxes effectiv...
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November 10, 2025 at 8:11 PM
To all the tax policy wonks out there: our 39th edition of the Outline of the Michigan Tax System went out today, including all tax changes enacted as part of the budget and roads agreement. It's a ready reference for all your Michigan tax questions. Bookmark it today!
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Late autumn through early winter is a great time to spot invasive trees and shrubs. A few of Michigan’s most widespread woody invasives hold their green leaves longer than most any native species.
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Michigan's Natural Resource Economy is Threatened by Invasive Trees and Shrubs - Citizens Research Council of Michigan
Michigan must adopt and fund a program to manage invasive woody species to protect and leverage natural resources.
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November 7, 2025 at 3:06 PM
Late autumn through early winter is a great time to spot invasive trees and shrubs. A few of Michigan’s most widespread woody invasives hold their green leaves longer than most any native species.
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Late autumn through early winter is a great time to spot invasive trees and shrubs. A few of Michigan’s most widespread woody invasives hold their green leaves longer than most any native species.
crcmich.org/dennis-woody...
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Michigan's Natural Resource Economy is Threatened by Invasive Trees and Shrubs - Citizens Research Council of Michigan
Michigan must adopt and fund a program to manage invasive woody species to protect and leverage natural resources.
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November 7, 2025 at 3:06 PM
Late autumn through early winter is a great time to spot invasive trees and shrubs. A few of Michigan’s most widespread woody invasives hold their green leaves longer than most any native species.
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“When you have structural policy issues that are leading to money not being spent efficiently, it’s probably not a wise thing to throw more money into that system.”
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Research group says Michigan's new road funding plan has some issues, but "certainly can't hurt"
The plan, a key part of Governor Gretchen Whitmer's promise to "fix the damn roads" commits about $2 billion to road building and repair as part of the state's fiscal year 2026 budget.
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November 1, 2025 at 2:29 PM
“When you have structural policy issues that are leading to money not being spent efficiently, it’s probably not a wise thing to throw more money into that system.”
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Michigan is making meaningful investments in at-risk students. But increased transparency and accountability is needed to make sure the investments are working.
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New Budget Pours $250 Million More into “At-risk” Student Funding, But Asks School Districts for Little More in the Way of Increased Transparency or Accountability - Citizens Research Council of Michi...
In a Nutshell Michigan’s new K-12 budget provides a massive funding increase to local school districts for supplemental academic services for low-income and other students deemed at-risk of poor educa...
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October 31, 2025 at 2:57 PM
Michigan is making meaningful investments in at-risk students. But increased transparency and accountability is needed to make sure the investments are working.
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The Michigan Spreme Court declined to hear an appeal regarding Stormwater Utility Fees. We discussed this case following the 2024 Appelate Court decision. Read more here:
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Michigan Appellate Court Ruling Upholds Stormwater Utilities - Citizens Research Council of Michigan
A ruling by the Michigan Court of Appeals upholds the use of stormwater utility (SWU) fees in Michigan.
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October 28, 2025 at 5:38 PM
The Michigan Spreme Court declined to hear an appeal regarding Stormwater Utility Fees. We discussed this case following the 2024 Appelate Court decision. Read more here:
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@freep.com: Eric Paul Dennis-an infrastructure researcher at the Citizens Research Council of Michigan-who has called on state leaders to "Fix the Damn Road Funding Formula" sees a missed opportunity to improve Michigan's road funding system in the new plan." #michigan
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New Michigan road plan promises billions to bring smoother drive: Here's how
The new road funding plan approved by Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has environmental, education and cannabis industry advocates concerned.
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October 27, 2025 at 4:02 PM
@freep.com: Eric Paul Dennis-an infrastructure researcher at the Citizens Research Council of Michigan-who has called on state leaders to "Fix the Damn Road Funding Formula" sees a missed opportunity to improve Michigan's road funding system in the new plan." #michigan
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Parking mandates are one of those 1950s planning psuedo-sciences that we're still dealing with, to no one's benefit.
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Michigan Should Eliminate Parking Mandates - Citizens Research Council of Michigan
Municipal parking mandates obstruct efforts to create vibrant livable communities.
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October 27, 2025 at 2:12 PM
Parking mandates are one of those 1950s planning psuedo-sciences that we're still dealing with, to no one's benefit.
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👻 🎃 If your neighborhood isn’t trick-or-treatable, it’s probably not sustainable; Halloween offers a golden opportunity to recognize this: the same attributes that make for a fiscally sustainable neighborhood also make for a trick-or-treatable neighborhood. crcmich.org/dennis-trick...
If your Neighborhood isn’t Trick-or-treatable, it’s Probably not Sustainable - Citizens Research Council of Michigan
Halloween provides an opportunity to intuitively observe what makes for sustainable development. Neighborhoods that are “trick-or-treatable” provide an example of development patterns that support soc...
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October 22, 2025 at 2:38 PM
👻 🎃 If your neighborhood isn’t trick-or-treatable, it’s probably not sustainable; Halloween offers a golden opportunity to recognize this: the same attributes that make for a fiscally sustainable neighborhood also make for a trick-or-treatable neighborhood. crcmich.org/dennis-trick...
In our latest Research Brief, President Eric Lupher urges the legislature to revisit Michigan's approach to revenue sharing with local governments.
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It is Time to Revisit Michigan’s Revenue Sharing Programs - Citizens Research Council of Michigan
In a Nutshell The State of Michigan collects taxes to fund many services, but it is responsible for providing a limited number of them. Most of the funds the state collects are transferred to others f...
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October 21, 2025 at 3:28 PM
In our latest Research Brief, President Eric Lupher urges the legislature to revisit Michigan's approach to revenue sharing with local governments.
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Our latest Citizens Research Council of Michigan "Budget Note" unpacks the new Fiscal Year 2026 state budget enacted last week.
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Unpacking the FY2026 State Budget: Six Things You Should Know - Citizens Research Council of Michigan
In a Nutshell Kindly consider a $50 donation for unlimited access to this important report. We have always made all of our publications, whether in paper or electronic format, available to all without...
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October 17, 2025 at 3:04 PM
Our latest Citizens Research Council of Michigan "Budget Note" unpacks the new Fiscal Year 2026 state budget enacted last week.
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Michigan's policy and politics often centers around a State Supreme Court decision from 1998 that set guidelines for how the government could institute a tax.
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Revisiting the 1998 Seminal Bolt Decision - Citizens Research Council of Michigan
In a Nutshell: As we have highlighted frequently, Michigan’s local governments face significant challenges in sustaining local revenues to fund the public services they provide. The challenges stem fr...
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October 8, 2025 at 10:11 PM
Michigan's policy and politics often centers around a State Supreme Court decision from 1998 that set guidelines for how the government could institute a tax.
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Northville loses fight to keep COVID-era on-street dining in downtown
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Northville loses fight to keep on-street dining in downtown
A judge ruled Wednesday in favor of the group Let's Open Northville, which argued on-street dining violates the city's charter.
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October 1, 2025 at 5:32 PM
Northville loses fight to keep COVID-era on-street dining in downtown
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CRC's latest issue brief highlights the importants of providing Michigan's Dept. of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) with the funding necessary to protect Michigans water resources. crcmich.org/cafopermitti...
Regulation of Large Livestock Farms is Not Working for Farmers or the Environment - Citizens Research Council of Michigan
Concentrated animial feed lots, sometimes called 'factory farms,' pose a unique challenge for environmental regulators.
crcmich.org
October 1, 2025 at 7:37 PM
CRC's latest issue brief highlights the importants of providing Michigan's Dept. of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) with the funding necessary to protect Michigans water resources. crcmich.org/cafopermitti...