Insider Intelligence
Budget Transparency Changes Signed into Law
Starting next year, legislators will follow a new process for submitting Legislatively Directed Spending Items (LDSI) for inclusion in the state budget. LDSIs are commonly known as earmarks and are spending items within the state budget that direct state money to...
Legislator Security Expansion Signed into Law
Legislation seeking to reduce the threat of political violence towards Michigan lawmakers was signed into law this week by Governor Whitmer. Key Points: House Bill 5055 was introduced by Representative Sarah Lightner (R-Springport). It expands the jurisdiction of...
October Revenue Grows Year-Over-Year
Michigan’s major taxes and net lottery revenue totaled $4.3 billion last month, an increase of 5.9% from October 2024. Collections were $40.1 million above May’s Consensus Revenue Estimating Conference projections, according to the latest report by the Senate...
Looking Ahead to the Weeks of November 22 – December 5, 2025
The legislature will continue its annual two-week break through next week. The Senate is scheduled to hold session December 2 – 4, while the House is scheduled to meet on December 2. In observance of Thanksgiving, MLC will be closed November 27 and...
Spotlight On Senator Jonathan Lindsey
Senator Jonathan Lindsey (R-Coldwater) is serving his first term in the Michigan Senate. Biography After graduating from university, he enlisted in the U.S. Army, serving in many roles and earning a Green Beret. During his time in the special forces, he served in...
10 Years, 10 Lessons: Reflections from a Lobbyist
After a decade working in government affairs, I’ve learned that lobbying is as much about relationships and reputation as it is about policy and persuasion. The work is complex, fast-paced, and often misunderstood. It’s also deeply rewarding when you see good...
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