MAC's Podcast 83 team reported on what happened last week here in Lansing and even a little bit of what's going to happen this week in their newest episode.
Deena Bosworth, Director of Governmental Affairs, started the podcast on the public safety revenue sharing payment. Providing more information about the payment schedule. "We anticipate probably 2 payments in the calendar year, but not until the spring. So, if you're looking for those public safety dollars, just know that you're going to have to wait until next year
sometime to get them."
Jimmy Johnson provided an update on House Bill 4726, by Rep. Matthew Bierlein, a former MAC Board president, passed out of the House almost unanimously and is now headed to the Senate.
Samantha Gibson provided an update on Trial Court Funding. "The Alternative Trial Court Funding Workgroup had their recommendations approved by the Michigan Judicial Council and we're going to have a joint hearing, in the House and Senate Judiciary Committees on November 13th at 9am to go through the recommendations." After the hearing this Thursday, we expect to have additional updates and information to share.
See video versions of all Podcast 83 episodes on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@michiganassociationofcount2606
Visit the Podcast 83 page at www.micounties.org