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The Michigan Legislature returns to session Wednesday. There is a light agenda for the first day, including the swearing in of House members for a new term. The Detroit News reports that protests are planned over the legislation approved in December that makes Michigan a “right to work” state. Republican Representative Jase Bolger of Marshall will be formally re-elected Speaker of the House, but Democrats may break with tradition and not give Bolger unanimous support. 

Mlive has five things to watch as the new session begins, including Bolger's reappointment as Speaker.