Last Week on the MLC Blog

Liz Gullett

Jul 16, 2018

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 12^th House District a commissioner and a city council member are among the candidates in the Democratic primary race.

Four Democratic candidates are vying for the chance to take on the Republican candidate this November in the 16^th House District.

In Wayne County, there are two Democratic candidates in the GOP leaning 19^th House District race running for the change to take on the Republican candidate this November.

The 29^th House District in Oakland County has a strong Democratic base, making the primary race the one to watch in this seat.

In the 35^th House District in Oakland County, the Democratic primary will almost certainly decide the next Representative for this seat.

In this Macomb County race, the Republican primary will be the key to who represents the 36^th House District in January.

In our weekly “Five Things We’re Reading” feature we had articles on why you should utilize videoconferencing over telephone conference calls, how will states respond to the recent ruling allowing sales tax collection for online sales, plus more.

A look at events during the week of July 14 – 20, 2018.

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