Last Week on the MLC Blog

Sep 8, 2025

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…

Governor Gretchen Whitmer participated in an investment mission to Singapore and Japan, marking the first-ever official investment mission by a Michigan governor to Singapore.

Bipartisan legislation aimed at combating human trafficking in Michigan was announced.

Legislation that would change legislators’ compensation to hourly pay was introduced in the House.

Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced a number of promotions and hires within the Executive Office of the Governor.

Serving her fourth term in the Michigan House, Representative Ann Bollin is playing a key role in shaping the state budget as chair of the Appropriations Committee.

In our weekly “Five Things We’re Reading” feature, we shared articles on facts about the national debt, how rural hospitals are working together, and more.

A look at events during the week of September 6 – 12, 2025.

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