Michigan unveils plan to recover from Flint water crisis

Michigan unveiled a 75-point plan Monday aimed at addressing the aftermath of the Flint water crisis, the Detroit Free Press reports. A change in the city's water supply in 2014 led to high levels of lead in residents' drinking water, which can cause serious health problems in children.

"We are committed to addressing immediate concerns and finding long-term solutions to improve the quality of life for the people of Flint," Gov. Rick Snyder (R) said in a news release.

The plan incorporates several state agencies in an effort to replace drinking faucets in public places, get children under 6 support from state health officials, and spur economic development in the city. Read the full outline here.

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