The Review Magazine Spring 2025

Our 2025–26 Legislative Priorities to Foster

By Dave Hodgkins

The Michigan Municipal League has released its eight legislative priorities for the 2025–26 session, identified by local government leaders as necessary to foster thriving communities. Michigan’s future relies on local successes—for example, the state’s economic development requires healthy local housing markets and flourishing business districts. The state can support its communities by providing necessary tools that allow municipalities to deliver high-quality local infrastructure and services. Roads, drinking water, and public safety all support residents in pursuing their own best lives. It is time for our state to step up. The League offers the following policy actions to begin rebuilding solid foundations for thriving communities and Michigan’s road to growth.

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