What they Do

• The state legislature enacts the laws of Michigan
• Levies taxes and appropriates funds from money collected for the support of public institutions and the administration of the affairs of state government
• Proposes amendments to the state constitution, which must be approved by a majority vote of the electors
• Considers legislation proposed by initiatory petitions
• Provides oversight of the executive branch of government through the administrative rules and audit processes, committees, and the budget process
• Advises and consents on gubernatorial appointments
• Considers proposed amendments to the Constitution of the United States.