While revised January estimates improved the state’s revenue picture, overall budget growth is expected to be much lower than in prior years as one-time state and federal revenues tied to the COVID pandemic go away. Citizens Research Council budget experts discuss Governor Whitmer’s spending and tax proposals for FY2026 and what it means for anticipated discussions regarding K-12 education, local governments, road funding, and economic development going forward. Please join us and we will do our best to answer your questions.