Morale among troopers, and sergeants–once proud, highly engaged, public servants–has plummeted. What was once a culture rooted in merit, integrity and public service has been eroded by a toxic leadership culture, characterized by favoritism, retaliation and a glaring standard: “Rules for thee but not for me”. This is codified by the no confidence status of the Michigan State Troopers Association and the Command Officers Association.

“Drivers won’t see any increase in what they pay at the gas pump under this plan,” Mueller said. “What they will see is an increase in the quality and efficiency of our roads. I hope the House, Senate, and Gov. Whitmer can come together on this bipartisan issue that everyone agrees has been going on for far too long.”