Michigan, a shutdown
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At least one key Michigan lawmaker expressed doubts that the governor and Legislature could finalize a budget before midnight.
Michigan budget talks continued Sept. 29, with significant legislation still needing to be drafted and voted on, leaving a full plate for Sept. 30.
Democrats are demanding an extension as part of the price of backing a spending bill to reopen the government, while Republicans are opposed.
Michigan’s state government has entered its new fiscal year without an approved budget, a situation that technically violates the state’s constitution.
Michigan leaders said state government operations will "run as normal" while legislative leaders finalize the upcoming budget.
Social Security is funded differently from other federal programs, so current beneficiaries shouldn't see any issues. That's not the case for others.
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WNDU is hearing from lawmakers who are representing Michiana on Capitol Hill ahead as a government shutdown looms at the federal level.