Insider Intelligence

As Michigan’s state park system celebrates its 100th anniversary, MLC lobbyist Brendan Ringlever shared the road to Pure Michigan that the state began a century ago. In response to Governor Gretchen Whitmer’s line-item vetoes in the budget, Republican members in the House and Senate introduced legislation that would reinstate funding for some of those items. […]

Is serving in congress the best job out there? While looking at recent retirements, MLC lobbyist Matt Sowash explored why that may not be the case. Following months of negotiations, the legislature voted to approve the budgets for the upcoming 2019-2020 fiscal year and sent them to Governor Gretchen Whitmer for consideration. Representative Kara Hope […]

Do you know why September 17th is an important date in our nation’s history? In her latest post MLC lobbyist Cami Pendell shared why it’s a day to reflect and celebrate. Manipulating or limiting content on social networks would be outlawed in Michigan under a proposal by Representative John Reilly (R-Oakland Twp.). Legislation was introduced […]

In his latest blog post, MLC lobbyist and procurement consultant Tony Des Chenes shared about the history of the Labor Day Mackinac Bridge walk, along with his family’s history with the annual event. MLC President Tim Ward was elected to serve as board secretary for the National Association of State Lobbyists. A bipartisan package was […]

In his latest blog post, MLC President Tim Ward shared how you can keep the spirit of summer alive. Bicameral legislation was introduced cracking down on payroll fraud. The Center for Disease Control and Prevention has awarded Michigan a $4 million grant to improve monitoring of residents’ toxic chemical exposure. Legislation that would require financial […]

In his latest blog post, MLC lobbyist Rudy Hobbs shared what he’s learned through his years of providing mentorship to young professionals. Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced two appointments to the Michigan Liquor Control Commission, which is responsible for being the sole wholesaler for all spirit products in the state, and the licensing of the manufacture […]

In his latest blog post, MLC lobbyist and procurement specialist Tony Des Chenes shared his thoughts on how vendor’s can incorporate branding into their pitch during the procurement process. The House and Senate Committees on Agriculture are holding a special joint hearing this week to listen to the concerns of farmers and agricultural stakeholders. The […]

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 […]