Governor Gretchen Whitmer is a lifelong Michigander. She is a lawyer, an educator, former prosecutor, State Representative and Senator. She was the first woman to lead a Senate caucus. But the most important title she boasts is MOM. Inspired by her family, she’s devoted her life to building a stronger Michigan for everyone.
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January 27, 2021
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
January 27, 2021
Media Contact: Press@Michigan.gov
Governor’s Office Ready to Work on Bipartisan COVID Recovery Plan to Support Small Businesses, Get Kids Back in School Safely
LANSING, Mich. – Today, the office of Governor Gretchen Whitmer released the following statement from Communications Director Tiffany Brown:
“We are pleased to see that House Republicans are embracing the key elements of Governor Whitmer’s MI COVID Recovery Plan that prioritizes vaccine distribution, support for small businesses, and getting our kids back in the classroom,” said Communications Director Tiffany Brown. “Governor Whitmer is ready and eager to work with Republicans in the legislature to pass a bipartisan economic recovery plan that supports our small businesses and helps get families back on their feet. It is also crucial that we pass a plan that helps vaccinate our educators and puts more dollars into classrooms so we can get our kids back in school safely while staying focused on protecting public health. This is not the time for partisan games. It’s time to get to work.”
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