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The Mackinac Center's efforts to access information regarding state COVID-19 policies met with roadblocks
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer contends she used the best “science and data” from the University of Michigan in developing her lockdown orders, but a majority of the university’s documentation also appears to be on lockdown.
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The Mackinac Center for Public Policy files suit against University of Michigan seeking transparency
In responding to an open records request from the Mackinac Center for Public Policy, the University of Michigan has been stalling since last May.
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Michigan officials have announced there will be more COVID-19 lockdowns and regulations
Michigan officials have announced that there will be more restraints on residents concerning lockdowns and regulations, but the Mackinac Center for Public Policy calls on Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and the Michigan Legislature to withdraw government restrictions so that hospitals can fight COVID-19 more effectively.
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Mackinac Center for Public Policy summarizes 2019-2020 Michigan Legislature key votes
The Mackinac Center for Public Policy recently highlighted some of the key votes by the 2019-2020 Michigan Legislature.
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Cigarette tax and smuggling rate linked
Despite cigarettes being legal, there is still a black market for them, especially in areas with high cigarette taxes.