A2: Earmarks

By

The Freep publishes a long list of earmarks requested by U.S. lawmakers from Michigan. Local projects include $1.9 million to the National Center for Manufacturing Sciences in Ann Arbor to develop lightweight materials to increase vehicle fuel efficiency; $1 million to the Michigan Research Institute in Ann Arbor for aerospace research; $950,000 for the Ann Arbor-Detroit regional rail project; and $381,000 for the University of Michigan Health System in Ann Arbor for facilities and equipment. [Source]