Article: EXECUTIVE ORDER NO. 2008-18: GOV. GRANHOLM ORDERS DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS MICHIGAN PRISONER REENTRY ADVISORY COUNCIL

Gov. Jennifer M. Granholm, D-Mich., issued the following executive order:

WHEREAS, Section 1 of Article V of the Michigan Constitution of 1963 vests the executive power of the State of Michigan in the Governor;

WHEREAS, nearly 12,000 former prisoners are released into Michigan communities each year, affecting public safety, public health, economic and community well-being, and family networks;

WHEREAS, reliable research shows that the successful transition of offenders to communities saves taxpayer money, reduces crime, and enhances public safety;

WHEREAS, recognizing the importance of the successful transition of offenders to communities, this administration has encouraged the development ...

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