Insider Intelligence

Legislation introduced by Representative Steve Johnson (R-Shelbyville) would clarify the constitutional authority of the Auditor General to access and examine electronically stored and confidential information during an audit. Under the Michigan Constitution, the Office of the Auditor General is tasked with conducting financial and performance audits of all state government operations. The way the law […]

In observance of Labor Day, the MLC offices will be closed on Monday, September 2. The House is scheduled to hold session Tuesday – Thursday, while the Senate is scheduled to hold session Wednesday and Thursday.

Michigan offers a myriad of settings to run in unique and beautiful places.  Fifteen years ago, I was provided an opportunity I couldn’t turn down – one of the most unique there is and established by a former governor’s quick step.   Most everyone is familiar with the Labor Day Mackinac Bridge Walk, hosted annually […]

Below are some of the articles that the MLC lobby team has been reading this past week. We hope you find them as interesting and useful as we do. In This Single Statement, CEOs From the Largest U.S. Corporations Just Changed the Purpose of Business – If a business’ top priority is no longer to […]

In his latest blog post, MLC lobbyist Rudy Hobbs shared what he’s learned through his years of providing mentorship to young professionals. Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced two appointments to the Michigan Liquor Control Commission, which is responsible for being the sole wholesaler for all spirit products in the state, and the licensing of the manufacture […]

On Wednesday, Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced two appointments to the Michigan Liquor Control Commission, serving terms expiring June 12, 2023. The appointees succeed Teri Quimby and Andy Deloney whose terms expired June 12, 2019. Patrick Gagliardi has been appointed to the commission and will serve as Chair. Currently, he owns a consulting firm. Previously, Mr. […]

Fayrouz Saad has been appointed the first executive director of the Office of Global Michigan by Governor Gretchen Whitmer. Ms. Saad began her career working for former state Representative Gino Polidori (D-Dearborn). She also spent time in the Obama administration, working at the Department of Homeland Security on national security programs and policies on immigration, […]

A bipartisan legislative package was introduced this week aimed at improving the testing and reporting of water quality in Michigan. Aspects of the legislation include: Requires periodic testing of water for lead at childcare facilities, colleges and universities, hospitals, nursing homes, and adult care facilities The creation of the Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention and Control […]