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. During her 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. After the event, state Rep. Jasper R. Martus (D-Flushing) issued the following statement on Whitmer’s address:
“Michiganders are still struggling to cope with high prices. It is clear that hard-working families need relief, and they need it now. Gov. Whitmer laid out an agenda that will make a difference in the lives of people in our community and across our great state. We have an unprecedented opportunity to deliver for Michigan families, and we will not let this moment pass us by.”