Introduction
Northern Michigan University is one of 12 libraries in the state (and the only one in the Upper Peninsula) to be designated as a Michigan Documents Depository. This program, administered by the Library of Michigan, distributes publications in print and electronic form that are available to all citizens of Michigan. Look carefully at what you've found in OneSearch: there might be a link to a document that exists only online instead of a call number to a printed one. Electronic Michigan Documents (and only electronic Michigan documents) can be searched via this resource from the Library of Michigan.
For Upper Peninsula government information, please go to the Local & Regional page (select this from the menu on the left side of this page).
Core Resources
Michigan Constitution
Michigan has adopted four constitutions, those of 1835, 1850, 1908, and 1963. Each document was the product of a convention composed of delegates elected to draft a proposed constitution for submission to the voters. This link will let you view the last constitution, of 1963, which became effective on January 1, 1964, and has been amended 17 times. A paper copy can be found in the book collection on the library upper floor under KFM 4601 1963 .A35 2002.
Google Custom Search Engine for Michigan Tribes
Includes all 12 tribes in Michigan as well as links associated with the tribes. Casinos not included.
Census: Michigan
State of Michigan website devoted to census data for Michigan. Population as well as Socio-Economic data has been obtained from the Federal Census and summarized/edited into numbers specific to Michigan. Most reports are in .pdf or spreadsheet formats.
Citizens Research Council of Michigan
CRC of Michigan is a nonprofit public affairs research organization that provides factual, unbiased, independent information on issues concerning state and local government in Michigan.
Citizen's Guide to State Government
Prepared by the Michigan Legislature, this pdf contains detailed information on all three branches of state government, including names of current House and Senate officers, committee members, and Supreme Court justices. Provides a good overview for anyone interested in Michigan politics.
Publications from the Michigan Legislature
Constantly updated list of publications about Michigan government including the Citizen's Guide to State Government, Taxpayer Guide, Tenants & Landlords, and Friend of the Court.
MichiganVotes.org. This is a free public service of the Mackinac Center for Public Policy, which is a conservative think tank. Like the Citizens Research Council of Michigan, this resource is not a website from the State of Michigan. Also related is the non-partisan Michigan Campaign Finance Network, a group concerned about the influence of money in politics.
List of Michigan Think Tanks.
From Julia Ezzo at Michigan State University.
Searching for older Michigan publications that are, perhaps, not online? Try one of several resources: the Library of Michigan Catalog (this includes Michigan State University), the University of Michigan, and the Detroit Public Library.
Executive Branch
State Websites that fall under the Executive Branch.
Office of the State Budget
Links to the most recent budget bills for departments and other documents.
State of Michigan Directory
Allows you to look up State of Michigan employees and their phone numbers or email addresses.
Legislative Branch
Michigan Legislature
A free service of the Michigan Legislative Council, the Michigan House of Representatives, and the Michigan Senate. Provides information on bills, Senate and House calendars, committee meetings, joint resolutions, public acts, and the Michigan Compiled Laws.
State of Michigan Representatives (UP only) [see also U.S. representatives ]
Legal resources for Michigan at Lydia Olson Library can be found using the Legal Resources guide.
Jenn Hill (D)
House representative for the 109th District.
Gregory Markkanen (R)
House representative for the 110th District.
Dave Prestin (R)
House representative for the 108th District.
Ed McBroom (R)
Senate representative for the 38th District.
John Damoose (R)
Senate represtative for the 37th District.
Neil Friske (R)
House representative for the 107th District.
Michigan House of Representatives
The official Web page for Michigan's House of Representatives.
Michigan Senate
The official Web page for Michigan's Senate.
Judicial Branch
Link to the Trial Courts, Court of Appeals, and the Supreme Court.
Michigan Courts
Offers links to the Michigan Supreme Court, Court of Appeals, and trial courts. Also provides an overview of the court system, online court forms, current court rules, etc.
State Legal Materials
Listing of Michigan legal resources from Cornell University.
Federal District Courts for Michigan
Eastern District
United States District Court
United States District Court - Bankruptcy Court
Western District
United States District Court
United States District Court - Bankruptcy Court
Additional Government Websites and Resources
Follow the Money: Michigan.
The Michigan portion of Followthemoney. Tracking money in state politics.
Michigan Townships Association.
Michigan Association of Counties.
Michigan Association of Mayors.
Intertribal Council of Michigan. An additional (and expanded) resource for Native American's in Michigan is Government Resources for Michigan Tribal Libraries.
Michigan Association of Regions. There are 14 regions in Michigan (also known as Councils of Government).
List of Michigan think tanks from Michigan State University.
From the Michigan Department of Treasury, All Local Government Document Search. A public online repository of document submissions and determinations for local units of government
State and Local Government on the Net: Michigan. A bit of a duplication of what's been listed here, but in a different layout. The National Association of Counties has a clickable map of states with similar contact information.
The Council of State Governments. The CSG is a region-based forum that fosters the exchange of insights and ideas to help state officials shape public policy. This offers unparalleled regional, national and international opportunities to network, develop leaders, collaborate and create problem-solving partnerships. The Midwest Office covers Michigan.
Michigan Zoning Database. Prepared courtesy of researchers at the University of Michigan Graham Sustainability Institute.
Government resources (articles, publications, events, contacts) related to governing in Michigan at all levels from the Michigan Extension.
Agency Publications
Many Michigan agencies have scanned in older (and current) printed publications (such as reports) and have made them available online. Unfortunately, they can be difficult to find. I hope this list helps. USA.gov can be used to search Michigan government websites. Type "site:michigan.gov" after your search.
- Michigan State Agency Database page from the American Libraries Association. Updated often, this resource places all (as can be found) databases from or about the State of Michigan in one place.
- Digitally produced Michigan documents (recent as well as historic) are found at the Library of Michigan Digital Collections.
- Michiganology DNR is the webpage for old and current publications, including photographs and minutes, etc.
- Geology in Michigan Digital Library Catalog. Embedded links within the document that opens. An extensive collection of out-of-print publications dating back the the late 1800s. Includes annual reports, statistical summaries, bulletins, circulars, and report of investigations. See Geology in Michigan Catalog Contents for a description of the different publications available.
- Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE). Search by category or by keyword.
- Michigan Legislature. In addition to laws and legislative information, this website includes so-called "general interest publications": Tenants & Landlords, Crime Victim Guide, Consumer Protection Resource Guide, wills, history, etc.
- State Historical Preservation Office publications.
- Department of Licensing & Regulatory Affairs. LARA publications page.
- Publications about Michigan Agriculture from the National Agricultural Statistics Service. Pull-down menus provide access to statistics back to the 1800s.
- Although not from the State of Michigan, the USGS has a Upper Midwest Science Center page with, among other resources, a list of publications about Michigan.