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Michigan Increases Vehicle Purchase Assistance to $4,000 The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) has raised the ceiling for its Direct Supportive Services (DSS) for Vehicle Purchase Assistance from $3,000 to $4,000, enhancing support for residents seeking reliable transportation. This increase directly benefits individuals who are recipients of specific MDHHS benefits, hold a … Read more

UIA Closes Lobbies, Expands Unemployment Eligibility Amid COVID-19 To mitigate the spread of COVID-19, the Unemployment Insurance Agency (UIA) has closed its statewide lobbies to the public as of 3 p.m. Wednesday. Only customers with appointments will be allowed entry, prompting the agency to encourage residents to utilize online resources for unemployment assistance. UIA Director … Read more

Governor Whitmer Signs Unemployment Benefits Expansion Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed new legislation on Monday that will significantly expand unemployment benefits for Michigan residents who find themselves out of work. Over the next three years, the maximum weekly benefit will increase from $362 to $614, and the period for which individuals can collect benefits will extend … Read more

Resources for Laid Off Federal Workers in Michigan Following recent layoffs from the federal government, the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity (LEO) has compiled essential resources to support affected workers in finding new employment opportunities. Federal workers who have lost their jobs can find valuable assistance by visiting Michigan.gov/FederalWorkerHelp. This dedicated site provides … Read more

Michigan Faces Looming Homelessness Crisis as Federal Funding Redirection Occurs The recent changes by the federal government to redirect funding away from permanent housing initiatives towards transitional housing are raising alarms among housing advocates in Michigan. The new federal policies, announced by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), are expected to impact … Read more

Michigan Unemployment Agency Faces Scrutiny Over Fraud and Improper Payments Members of the House Oversight Committee interrogated Susan Corbin, the director of the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity, regarding the agency’s management of unemployment benefits during a recent hearing. The focus was on the staggering $8.5 billion in fraudulent claims discovered in a … Read more

MCC Calls on Michigan to Opt in to Federal Education Tax Credit The Michigan Catholic Conference (MCC) is urging the state to opt into the new Federal Education Tax Credit, which would provide significant financial support for families facing out-of-pocket education expenses. This call comes as the program is set to launch in 2027, allowing … Read more

Legislation to Protect Foster Children’s Benefits Introduced in Michigan Sen. Jeff Irwin (D-Ann Arbor) has introduced Senate Bill 872, aimed at ending the practice of seizing foster children’s benefits to support the state budget. This legislation seeks to ensure that funds are utilized for the intended purpose of providing stability for foster children, particularly those … Read more

Michigan DHHS Announces Full Resumption of SNAP Benefits The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) has confirmed that Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits will fully resume for recipients across the state. Those who typically receive their benefits on the ninth of the month can expect their full SNAP allotments within the next … Read more

Michigan Senate Legislation to Protect Foster Children’s Benefits The Michigan Senate has unanimously passed Senate Bill 872, a significant step towards safeguarding the financial well-being of foster children. This legislation, sponsored by Sen. Jeff Irwin (D-Ann Arbor), aims to end the state’s practice of seizing foster kids’ benefits, allowing these funds to be stored for … Read more