Next State Superintendent Selected

Next State Superintendent Selected

The State Board of Education voted to offer the position of state superintendent to Dr. Glenn Maleyko. The current superintendent, Dr. Rice, announced in April that he was retiring effective October 3.  Dr. Pamela Pugh, the Board president, will negotiate a contract...
Data Breach Protections Pass

Data Breach Protections Pass

The Senate passed bipartisan legislation seeking to expand protections for consumers when there is a data breach. Key Points: Senate Bills 360 – 364 were introduced by Senators Rosemary Bayer (D-West Bloomfield), Stephanie Chang (D-Detroit), Sue Shink (D-Northfield...
Spotlight on Senator Ruth Johnson

Spotlight on Senator Ruth Johnson

Senator Ruth Johnson (R-Holly) is serving her second term in the Michigan Senate. Prior to her election to the Senate, she served two terms as Michigan’s Secretary of State. Biography She has a long history of holding elected office. From 1988 to 2004, she served 10...
Lessons from a Michigan Lobbyist

Lessons from a Michigan Lobbyist

After 14 years of lobbying as a member of Michigan Legislative Consultants, I’ve come to appreciate that influence isn’t just about access; it’s about relationships, credibility, and timing. Lansing is a place where policy meets personality and navigating that...