Michigan got billions in COVID relief funding. Where is it all going?: A flood of pandemic-era federal money prompts a flurry of spending on hundreds of state projects and programs.

Michigan received $6.5 billion in COVID-19 relief funds, with the majority of the money going towards water infrastructure and parks and trails. $1.7 billion was allocated for water-related initiatives, including low-interest loans for upgrades to water treatment and wastewater plants. Parks and trails received $473 million to address infrastructure issues and create new state parks. Other funding went towards hospitals, businesses, nonprofits, and education initiatives. All of the funds must be obligated by the end of 2024 and spent by the close of 2026. [Extracted from the article]