Insider Intelligence

A bipartisan group of senators introduced legislation seeking to abolish juvenile life without parole in Michigan. Legislation was introduced requiring public schools to post certain information publicly for parents to review. Michigan will become the first in the United States to have a public wireless in-road charging system allowing electric vehicles to charge while in […]

Governor Gretchen Whitmer laid out several proposals during the annual State of the State address. Republican members of the House and Senate responded to the ideas the governor proposed during the State of the State address. The Senate Finance Committee reported legislation that would reduce Michigan’s income tax rate. In December the state’s seasonally adjusted […]

The House and Senate are scheduled to hold their typical Tuesday – Thursday session schedule. On Tuesday, February 1, Mike Byrne, the chief operating officer for the Michigan Public Service Commission, will present to the Senate Energy and Technology Committee.

Leading up to the annual State of the State address, Governor Gretchen Whitmer is highlighting various key areas that are important to Michigan residents. To manage the influx of Federal resources effectively and efficiently, Governor Gretchen Whitmer created the Michigan Infrastructure Office. Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson has announced applications to serve on the 2022-2023 […]

Through Executive Order, Governor Gretchen Whitmer created a new office to focus on all rural matters, provide guidance, and offer insight on investing in thriving rural communities. Following the resignation of former Representative Abdullah Hammoud after being elected Dearborn Mayor, House Speaker Jason Wentworth announced a few committee changes. Governor Gretchen Whitmer called for a […]

In his latest blog post, MLC lobbyist Matt Sowash shared an insider’s perspective on the impact of redistricting. The House and Senate both passed plans appropriating federal funding. The membership of several House and Senate committees were announced to reflect the changing membership of the chambers. On January 1, 2022, Michigan’s minimum wage will increase […]

Kathryn Summers was selected as the next director of the nonpartisan Senate Fiscal Agency. Due to the increasing rise of COVID-19 in Michigan, the Department of Health and Human Services is issuing a face mask advisory. Michigan’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate last month declined by two-tenths of a percentage point to 6.1%. Governor Gretchen Whitmer […]

Members of the House Republican Caucus introduced legislation, which they hope will support public safety personnel and protect residents. Michigan drivers can choose to renew their vehicle registration for two-years under legislation signed into law. Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed an Executive Directive, which seeks to strengthen the state’s water regulations, rules, and policies. A retired […]