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The Senate passed nearly $2 billion in supplemental funding to aid in the state’s response to the ongoing pandemic. Members of the House Democratic and Republican Caucuses introduced legislation aiming to improve the quality of health care, while making it more affordable and accessible. The House and Senate Democratic members unveiled the Hardworking Michiganders Recovery […]

MLC lobbyist Craig Ryan shared why you should set SMART goals, instead of resolutions. A statewide audit of elections results affirmed Michigan’s vote-counting machines are accurate and President Joe Biden won the state’s November 3, 2020 presidential election. The House Elections and Ethics Committee heard testimony this week on legislation that would change lame duck […]

In his latest post, MLC President Tim Ward shared how he drew upon the same skill set he used when facing Mother Nature when facing the pandemic during 2020. The Department of Health and Human Services issued an epidemic order that will allow for indoor dining beginning February 1. During a recent caucus gathering, the […]

MLC lobbyist Tony Des Chenes shared tips on successful online meetings. Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced the creation of the Protect Michigan Commission. Some of the state’s top officials provided an update on the forthcoming COVID-19 vaccine the state anticipates receive in the coming weeks. Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel joined a bipartisan coalition of 48 […]

The Michigan COVID-19 Task Force on Racial Disparities, chaired by Lt. Governor Garlin Gilchrist, released their interim report. The Senate advanced legislation this week aimed at helping locals address infrastructure needs. Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson released ballot data from the election last month, which she states demonstrates the integrity of Michigan’s election. Legislation increasing […]

In his latest blog post, MLC lobbyist Craig Ryan explored how sometimes a seemingly small aspect in our life can create ripples throughout our world. Earlier this month, the House Democratic and Republican caucuses selected their leadership teams for the upcoming 2021-2022 legislative session. The American Beverage Association has selected Recycle Ann Arbor to receive […]

In his latest post, MLC lobbyist Tony Des Chenes shared how he took the opportunity to explore Michigan’s Upper Peninsula this summer and what he discovered. Following last week’s general election, the Senate will be short two members after they both won local elections. Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed several pieces of legislation related to the […]

A look at the race for the 38th House District seat in Oakland County. An overview of the 39th House District race in Oakland County, where Representative Ryan Berman is running for re-election. The Detroit Financial Review Commission voted unanimously this week to grant a waiver releasing Detroit Public Schools and Detroit Public Schools Community […]