The Latest: Lawmakers pass retirement bills after changes

LANSING, Mich. (AP) — The Latest on the Michigan Legislature's consideration of legislation related to underfunded municipal retirement systems (all times local):

2:30 a.m.

Michigan lawmakers have approved legislation aimed at underfunded municipal retirement plans, after deciding to abandon a contentious proposal for state intervention in communities that are unwilling or unable to resolve their liabilities.

New versions of the bills were passed early Thursday, capping a marathon session. Lawmakers will give a final OK to the legislation next week.

Gov. Rick Snyder and Republican legislative leaders agreed to changes after hitting resistance from police and firefighter unions, Democrats and many Republicans.