Insider Intelligence

While most candidates seeking office will earn their party’s nomination through an open primary, certain candidate for statewide offices are determined by a closed endorsement convention. The House passed legislation that would make cyberbullying a crime. Last month’s tax collection revenue earmarked for the General Fund and the School Aid Fund increased over the prior […]

MLC lobbyist and procurement consultant Tony Des Chenes gave advice on how you can turn the stress of an oral presentation into something you may find enjoyable. The Michigan Future Caucus was formed, the bipartisan caucus is made up of fifty legislators under forty-years old. Legislation was introduced setting timelines for when state departments must […]

MLC lobbyist Cami Pendell explains what happens if the governor vetoes a bill. Former State Senator Bert Johnson resigned from the Michigan Senate. Legislation was introduced creating the Prescription Drug Consumer Protection Board. Governor Snyder signed legislation providing framework for upgrading Michigan’s 911 system. Michigan’s plan to improve the water quality of Lake Erie was […]

MLC lobbyist Brendan Ringlever outlines how the state is hoping to reel in new businesses and grow existing industries. Named “Building Opportunity for All,” the House Democratic Caucus announced their 2018 agenda. Legislation providing $175 million in road funding is headed to the Governor after the legislature gave their final approval last week. Michigan tax […]

MLC lobbyist Tim Ward details what you can do to help change the current political climate. Governor Snyder unveiled his “Marshall Plan for Talent,” which calls for a $100 million investment. The House of Representatives passed additional funding for infrastructure improvement. The director of the Department of Agriculture and Rural Development announced she is stepping […]

Governor Snyder unveiled his budget recommendations for the upcoming fiscal year. MLC lobbyist Matt Sowash explains what should be top priority for any person wishing to run for elected office. Legislation was introduced reforming Michigan’s auto no-fault insurance system. Governor Rick Snyder signed into law two bills changing the state’s public administrator system. The House […]

MLC’s procurement expert Tony Des Chenes provided ways to learn from your mistakes after a failed bid for a state contract. The Nottawaseppi Huron Band of the Potawatomi announced appointments to the Michigan Native American Heritage Fund Board. Governor Snyder signed an Executive Order aimed at enhancing broadband access. The Federal Government gave approval to […]

MLC lobbyist Cami Pendell provides an overview of what citizens initiatives are and how they work. Governor Rick Snyder gave his eighth, and final, State of the State address. The House and Senate Democratic leaders gave their response to Governor Snyder’s State of the State. The legislature passed different proposals to keep the personal income […]