LANSING, Mich., Jan. 25, 2023 — Gov. Gretchen Whitmer delivered the State of the State address tonight before a joint session of the Legislature at the Capitol in Lansing. In the speech, the governor discussed her legislative agenda for the new term, which includes bolstering the economy, increasing public safety, lowering costs for families, protecting fundamental rights, supporting Michigan workers, investing in early childhood education, and attracting talent to Michigan. State Rep. Kristian Grant (D-Grand Rapids), who served as an escort in the governor’s procession into the chamber, issued the following statement on the address:
“The governor’s speech was very inspiring. I am looking forward to working with my fellow legislators to combat inflation and help grow the economy, so that working-class Michiganders can build wealth and our communities can flourish.”