Insider Intelligence

In his latest blog post, MLC lobbyist & procurement consultant Tony Des Chenes discusses how the legislative process and government contracts are intertwined. Two of three ballot proposals moved forward toward the ballot, while the third hit a wall. Tomorrow evening, MLC will be posting periodic updates to primary races on our blog. A US […]

Continuing with his discussion on term limits, MLC lobbyist Brendan Ringlever shared the impact in Michigan since term limits were adopted by Michigan voters in 1992. The Board of State Canvassers met on two ballot proposals; one increasing the minimum wage and a second that would guarantee earned sick time. Governor Snyder issued an Executive […]

In her latest blog post, MLC lobbyist Cami Pendell explains the guidelines that Super PACs must follow. Michigan’s seasonally adjusted June unemployment rate declined from the prior month. The first batch of grant recipients of the Native American Heritage Fund were announced. In Detroit, Governor Rick Snyder attended the groundbreaking for the new international bridge, […]

MLC President Tim Ward explored how, similar to basketball, road technology must first master certain fundamentals. Members of the House Democratic caucus announced a proposal aimed at creating new jobs and fostering neighborhood business growth. Lt. Governor Brian Calley requested President Donald Trump declare a major disaster for three counties in Michigan. In the 12th […]

A look at the primary race for the 5th House District in Wayne County. The Democratic primary race for the 6th House District has a full candidate list, including a former judge, legislative and local government staffers, and former a counsel for Wayne County. In the 8th House District in Wayne County, Representative Sherry Gay-Dagnogo […]

MLC lobbyist Rudy Hobbs wrote about the impact of the state budget on residents. Governor Rick Snyder signed education reforms into law. A work requirement for certain individuals who are recipients of the Healthy Michigan Program was signed into law. Governor Snyder approved a managed public land strategy. A look at the primary race for […]

As the 2018-2019 Fiscal Year budget wraps up, MLC lobbyist Matt Sowash looks at how the budget process works and why it hasn’t always been completed on time. Reflecting on her 30 years with MLC, Ann Spagnuolo shares how our firm, and interacting with state government, has changed since she first joined our team. The […]

MLC lobbyist Tony Des Chenes makes the case for knowing your competition. The legislature held their last session day prior to their in-district work period this summer and crossed some major items off their to-do lists. Governor Rick Snyder signed ten bills into law, making reforms in many different areas. Members of the House Democratic […]