In 2021 Congress approved the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), a $1.9 trillion stimulus plan, which transferred funds to state and local governments in an effort to stimulate the COVID-affected economy. But how were those funds spent once they reached Michigan?
This event is free and open to the public and will be held from 11:45-1:15 in the Mackinac Room of the House Office Building, 124 N Capitol Ave, Lansing, MI. Lunch will be provided.
Our guests for the June 14th panel include:
- Eric Scorsone, Director, MSU Extension Center for Local Government Finance and Policy
- Jonathan Oosting, Capital Reporter, Bridge Michigan
- Craig ThielCitizens Research Council of Michigan
Presentations
See Scorsone's Presentation (.pdf)
See Oosting's Presentation (.pdf)
See Thiel's Presentation (.pdf)
Video
Watch the June 14th forum here