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flag Michigan lawmakers push bipartisan bill to ensure affordable water access with stable funding.

flag Michigan lawmakers are advancing bipartisan legislation to make water more affordable by creating a dedicated funding source, reducing reliance on annual budget appropriations. flag The bill aims to stabilize water provider planning amid rising costs, aging infrastructure, and increasing demand, especially in cities like Jackson. flag Advocates report over 40,000 assistance requests in a year, forcing early application closures, while nearly 25% of Michigan seniors could qualify for aid. flag Though critics argue the plan imposes too much burden or doesn’t go far enough, support is growing in both chambers as officials stress the need for a sustainable solution to ensure access to clean water for all.

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