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May 11, 2023
MSU Poll Finds Economic Pessimism Continues
MSU Poll Finds Economic Pessimism Continues
Michiganders Rank Inflation and the Cost of Living as Top Concern
EAST LANSING, Mich, May 3, 2022 - Michigan...
March 13, 2023
86th State of the State Survey Brief Report
The 86th State of the State Survey Brief Report (.pdf) has been released, March 13th, 2023 by the Institute for Public Policy and Social Research.
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March 08, 2023
Improving Gun Safety in Michigan - Public Policy Forum
In 2022, more than 40,000 gun deaths were recorded across the United States. With the recent mass shootings at Michigan State University and Oxford High...
December 07, 2022
Michigan Political Leadership Program Announces 2023
Michigan Political Leadership Program Announces 2023
East LANSING, Mich., December 7, 2022 – Today, the Michigan Political Leadership Program (MPLP)...
Programs
State of the State Survey
SOSS takes the public pulse on Michigan’s economy and leadership each quarter. Researchers are invited to add questions.
Office for Survey Research
OSR has produced major research data for faculty, government agencies and major corporations by mail, phone and web.
Legislative Leadership Program
This short course in public policy offers select training to those newly elected to the Michigan Senate and House.
Public Policy Forums
IPPSR’s series of public policy forums combine evidence-based research, theory and best practice. They are open to the public. Reserve a seat.
Michigan Applied Public Policy Research Program
Grants are awarded for applied policy research. They encourage the exchange of ideas between faculty and policymakers.
Michigan Political Leadership Program
MPLP is one of the nation’s premiere leadership training programs, selecting 24 diverse men and women each year.
Blog
May 11, 2023
Sailing Toward The Debt Ceiling Cliff
It took 15 ballots, but eventually, new Congressional leadership was elected. Urged by President Trump to “play tough” on the debt ceiling, the House immediately set out to provoke a crisis....
December 09, 2022
Redistricting's effect on Black Representation in Michigan
Michigan had a historic midterm election following its first redistricting process under the Independent Redistricting Commission. The Commission set out to...
November 02, 2022
ARPA Coronavirus Local Fiscal Recovery Funds in Michigan: Spending Plans as of April 2022
Just over 17% of the $4.4 billion allocated to Michigan local governments have been spent. Nearly $3.6 billion funds remain unobligated, $3 billion to be...
October 06, 2022
Study found Cash Payments from 2021 Child Tax Credit Extension points to Improved Infant and Maternal Health
The 2021-22 Michigan Applied Public Policy Research (MAPPR) grants awardees completed their research and it is of great interest to citizens as well as...