The Senate passed legislation codifying the Black Leadership Advisory Council (BLAC) as a permanent entity within Michigan’s government.
Key Points:
-
- Senate Bill 840 was introduced by Senator Erika Geiss (D-Taylor).
- Governor Whitmer created the council by executive order in 2020.
- The council is charged with identifying barriers in the Black community in education, community safety, health, and business leadership.
- BLAC acts in an advisory capacity to the governor to develop, review, and recommend policies.
- It is housed within the Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity.
Next Steps:
-
- The bill will be sent to the House for consideration.
