Governor Gretchen Whitmer Vetoes Bill to Forgive COVID Fines for Businesses

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signing legislation

Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer (D) on Friday vetoed a bill passed by the Michigan State Legislature, which would eliminate some penalties imposed on businesses that violated strict COVID-19 orders.

House Bill 4501, introduced by State Representative Tim Beson (R-Bay City), would have forgiven fines for first-time violations.

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