Insider Intelligence

Julia Dale has been named director for the Department of Technology, Management, and Budget. Appointed by Governor Gretchen Whitmer this week, she most recently served as Assistant Attorney General and Section Head of Business and Charities in the Office of Attorney General. She’s also previously worked in various roles within the Department of Licensing and […]

In response to problems over the past year, the House Republican Caucus introduced a series of reforms to the Unemployment Insurance Agency (UIA).  Members hope the package will achieve better customer service, promote accountability, and provide clarity to residents. Specifics reforms include: The UIA will be required to complete reviews and determinations within 10 business […]

Five states are teaming up to coordinate electric vehicle charging infrastructure in the region. Along with the governors of Illinois, Indiana, Minnesota, and Wisconsin, Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed the Regional Electric Vehicle for the Midwest Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). The goal is to collectively accelerate vehicle electrification within the Midwest region. The MOU will provide […]

The House and Senate are scheduled to hold session Tuesday – Thursday. The Michigan Supreme Court will hear oral arguments on October 6 and 7. For more details, please click here.

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.   8 of the Oldest Stores In Europe That You Can Still Visit – This list includes stores that have been around for decades, allowing you […]

MLC President Tim Ward shared his expertise to ensure that you’re enjoying the best cup of coffee possible. Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced her $2.1 billion economic plan to grow the middle class, support small businesses, and invest in communities. Michigan would be the first in the nation to develop wireless charging infrastructure on a public […]

This week, Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced her $2.1 billion economic plan to grow the middle class, support small businesses, and invest in communities. Named the “MI New Economy,” the plan focuses on three pillars, each of which has specific goals that will help state officials track progress on efforts to build a stronger and more […]

Michigan would be the first in the nation to develop wireless charging infrastructure on a public road under an initiative announced by Governor Gretchen Whitmer this week. The development of a wireless dynamic charging roadway is a step towards addressing range anxiety and hopes to accelerate the transition to all-electric transit fleets in Michigan. The […]