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Michigan

Johnny2X2X

(21,907 posts) Wed Dec 18, 2024, 11:05 AM Dec 18

Whitmer signs bills ramping up aid for Michiganders who fall behind on utility bills

https://www.mlive.com/environment/2024/12/whitmer-signs-bills-ramping-up-aid-for-michiganders-who-fall-behind-on-utility-bills.html

Once again, Democratic leaders are fighting for regular people.

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Whitmer signs bills ramping up aid for Michiganders who fall behind on utility bills (Original Post) Johnny2X2X Dec 18 OP

A lot of Michiganders have been negatively impacted by the economy the last three years MichMan Dec 18 #1

MichMan

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1. A lot of Michiganders have been negatively impacted by the economy the last three years

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Wed Dec 18, 2024, 12:10 PM

Dec 18

Those funds are in demand, with utility assistance representing the most requested service in calls to the United Way for Southeastern Michigan’s 211 helpline in 2023 — and also the biggest unmet need, with more than 1,000 households reaching out but not qualifying for the program, according to the organization.

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