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Whitmer's Budget Boosts $186M for Mental Health Services

2/20/2025

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Governor Gretchen Whitmer's ambitious FY26 budget for Michigan earmarks nearly $186 million to bolster behavioral health services and workforce development. With $185.9 million dedicated to mental health resources and $66.9 million for job training, these initiatives promise to enhance access to care and empower communities, paving the way for a healthier, more skilled Michigan.

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Governor Gretchen Whitmer's ambitious FY26 budget for Michigan earmarks nearly $186 million to bolster behavioral health services and workforce development. With $185.9 million dedicated to mental health resources and $66.9 million for job training, these initiatives promise to enhance access to care and empower communities, paving the way for a healthier, more skilled Michigan.