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Garlin Gilchrist
Lieutenant Governor | MI

ENTREPRENEURSHIP – Michigan: Lieutenant Governor Garlin Gilchrist – $10 million microloan program

Idea Category: Equity & Opportunity, Jobs and Entrepreneurship | Funding Source: American Rescue Plan

ENTREPRENEURSHIP - Michigan: Lieutenant Governor Garlin Gilchrist announced the launch of a $10 million microloan program for women, veterans, and entrepreneurs of color to start businesses throughout the state. The Michigan Economic Opportunity Fund, which is made possible by the American Rescue Plan Act’s expansion of the State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI), aims to build the state’s economy by diversifying small businesses and supporting nontraditional entrepreneurs who may struggle to access traditional loans.

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Michigan Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist: Reducing Recidivism with Employment

Idea Category: Criminal Justice, Equity & Opportunity, Jobs and Entrepreneurship | Funding Source: ARP

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ARP: Michigan Invests $83 Million in Affordable Housing Developments

Idea Category: Housing, Infrastructure | Funding Source: ARP

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ARP: Michigan Invests Billions to Ensuring Access to Child Care for Working Families

Idea Category: Child Care, Safety Net | Funding Source: ARP

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Michigan Creates Racial Disparities Task Force

Idea Category: Equity & Opportunity | Funding Source: ARP

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