Insider Intelligence

In the world of public procurement vendors rarely think of branding. However, it could be one of the most important aspects to success when pursuing contracts in the public space.  We are familiar with some of the top brands in the world such as McDonald’s, Coke, Pepsi, Google, Apple, to name a few.  But what […]

Below are some of the articles that the MLC lobby team has been reading this past week. We hope you find them as interesting and useful as we do. Working from Home is Becoming More Common. But Can it Be Done Well? – Despite the many benefits of telecommuting for employers and employees, there are […]

In her latest post, MLC lobbyist Cami Pendell explained the three types of resolutions in the legislature, and the purpose of each. Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed an executive order expanding the list of determining factors used during the state purchasing process. Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel joined 20 Attorneys General in sending a letter urging […]

This week, Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed an executive directive expanding the list of determining factors used during the state purchasing process. Currently the Department of Technology, Management, and Budget (DTMB) would only use the following factors to make a best value determination: price, quality, transition costs, experience, market share, timeliness, and agreement to terms. Under […]

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel joined 20 Attorneys General in sending a letter urging Congress to pass legislation that aids states in addressing the public health threat presented by PFAS. The letter specifically calls for action to help states address and prevent the growing dangers of these chemicals that can contaminate drinking water and groundwater. […]

On Thursday, the Board of State Canvassers unanimously voted to approve the form of a petition to recall State Representative Larry Inman (R-Williamsburg). Supporters will now have sixty days to obtain approximately 12,200 signatures of registered voters within his district. Representative Inman does have an option to appeal the approval, but it’s not known at […]

In the ongoing effort to increase recycling rates throughout the state, the Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) announced multiple rounds of grants this week. The grants are part of the department’s Know It Before You Throw It campaign, which aims to educate residents on what can – and cannot – be recycled […]

The U.P. Energy Task Force will meet on Monday, August 5 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in St. Ignace. For more information, please click here. The House and Senate are tentatively scheduled to hold session Tuesday – Thursday. On Tuesday, August 6 at 1 p.m., the Michigan Women’s Commission will hold its next meeting […]