Last Week on the MLC Blog

Oct 9, 2023

by Liz Gullett

As MLC’s Communications and Social Media Manager, Liz Gullett keeps clients informed and up-to-date on the goings on in Lansing and the Capitol.

Over the past week, we covered these topics on the MLC Blog…

The Senate is working on a package of bills allowing local governments to set certain employment standards such as minimum wage and benefits.

The House Natural Resources, Environment, Tourism, and Outdoor Recreation Committee is working on a bill allowing local governments to have more autonomy to make their own ordinances.

Legislation aimed at ensuring all residents can afford drinking water was introduced in both chambers.

Legislation seeking to modernize and transform Michigan’s largest economic development tool was introduced.

Legislation allowing the electronic transfer of titles or interest in vehicles heard testimony in the Senate Transportation and Infrastructure Committee.

In our weekly “Five Things We’re Reading” feature we shared articles on plastic-eating bacteria, how people view the modern American family, and more.

A look at events during the week of October 7 – 13, 2023.

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