Insider Intelligence

MLC lobbyist Cami Pendell shares a secret in the Capitol that you may not know. The legislature gave approval to legislation creating a work requirement for some Medicaid recipients. The House and Senate voted to repeal Michigan’s prevailing wage law. House and Senate conference committees met and signed conference reports for the upcoming 2018-2019 Fiscal […]

In a follow-up to his last blog post, MLC’s Brendan Ringlever sheds some perspective on how term limits make a difference to the post of Speaker of the House, by comparing Illinois and Michigan. A look at the primary races for the 1st Michigan Senate District in Wayne County. The 2nd Michigan Senate District is […]

One of the newest members of the MLC team shares about his transition shifting from a legislator to a lobbyist. The Senate passed legislation aimed at increasing funding for state and local parks. A three-bill package was introduced creating a transportation fund, with the goal of updating Michigan’s infrastructure. The United States Supreme Court issued […]

The annual Tulip Time Festival is marking its 89th anniversary this year. How did the tradition get its start in Michigan? A look at the Republican primary race for the US Senate seat currently held by Senator Debbie Stabenow. The race to lead Michigan; who are the Democratic and Republican candidates in the primary races […]

MLC lobbyist and procurement specialist Tony Des Chenes explains why your business should be interested in cooperative contracts for public procurement. Lt. Governor Brian Calley is heading up the state’s effort to increase investment in the Soo Locks. Legislation making several reforms to our election system was signed into law. The Senate passed all the […]

No two conversations are the same for lobbyist Cami Pendell. In last week’s blog post, she shares one of the things that she finds the most enjoyable about being a lobbyist. Over 1,000 candidates filed to run for office this past week, including candidates for governor, US Senate and House, and the Michigan Senate and […]

While serving for decades in Congress isn’t unheard of, serving as Speaker for more than six years is quite rare. MLC lobbyist Brendan Ringlever tells us why Speaker of the House only feels like a lifetime appointment. The Senate voted to create a work or school requirement for recipients of Medicaid, with a few exceptions. […]

MLC lobbyist Rudy Hobbs shares the significance of Women’s History Month in his own life. Tech jobs in Michigan are on the rise making the state one of the national leaders. What areas are projected to see growth and how will Michigan address the talent needed for the emerging sectors? A new Chief Judge of […]