Insider Intelligence

Spring means many things; flowers, baseball, and warmer days. But for MLC President Tim Ward it means one important thing – the end of cycling to nowhere fast. Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed an Executive Order creating the Michigan Task Force on Jail and Pretrial Incarceration. March’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate remained steady for the sixth […]

In his latest blog post, MLC lobbyist Rudy Hobbs shared why he is hopeful that divided government in Michigan may not lead to dysfunction. Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced the creation of the Governor’s Educator Advisory Council. Legislation addressing cryptocurrency by updating criminal definitions moved forward in the Michigan House. Attorney General Dana Nessel launched a […]

What did MLC lobbyist Tony Des Chenes learn about strategic planning while cross-country skiing? In his latest post he explained the connection and why a map is key to both. Under changes passed in 2018, Michigan’s minimum wage is increasing this week by 20 cents per hour. Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson announced the creation […]

When can a governor call a special legislative session? In her latest post, MLC lobbyist Cami Pendell explained the how and the why of this rarely used tool. The legislature and governor would be subjected to similar transparency laws as found in the Freedom of Information Act under legislation reported by the House Government Operations […]

Governor Gretchen Whitmer presented her Executive Budget Recommendations to the legislature, including increased funding for public schools and an increase to the state’s gas tax. Don’t feel like voting in person? MLC lobbyist Brendan Ringlever shared why voting booths and long lines can be a thing of the past for Michigan voters. Secretary of State […]

Michigan’s pension tax would be repealed under legislation reported by the House Tax Policy Committee last week. The Department of Environmental Quality released a report showing 90% of tested water supplies didn’t have detectable amounts of PFAS. The House Select Committee on Reducing Auto Insurance Rates launched a new website to help keep residents informed […]

What role did Canada play in moving Michigan’s capital from Detroit to Lansing? In his latest blog post MLC lobbyist Tony Des Chenes shared the impetus behind the move; spoiler alert – we feared an invasion! Governor Gretchen Whitmer appointed former State Representative Dan Scripps to the Michigan Public Service Commission. Two executive orders and […]

Mind the Gap! In her latest blog post, MLC lobbyist Cami Pendell explained what happens when an outgoing governor leaves legislation on their desk when the incoming governor takes office Representative Gary Howell proposed a constitutional amendment to eliminate sessions known as “lame duck.” Representative Kristy Pagan was selected to chair the Progressive Women’s Caucus […]