From the Shores of Michigan to the Page

From the Shores of Michigan to the Page

In 2019, I received a text from Michigan author Erin Bartels, who received my number through a friend of a friend. Knowing my book club would love to have an author attend one evening, I texted her back the directions and time. My friend Brian was leading the...
Five Things We’re Reading

Five Things We’re Reading

Below are some articles the MLC lobby team has been reading this past week. We hope you find them as interesting and useful as we do. Eight of the World’s Most Extraordinary Tiny Hotel Rooms – Here are some of the most unique rooms to stay in globally. Gen Z is...
House Moves Infrastructure Funding Package

House Moves Infrastructure Funding Package

The House of Representatives passed legislation providing an additional $3.1 billion for roads and bridges throughout Michigan. All experts agree that Michigan needs a significant influx of annual spending on infrastructure, but over the past several years, questions...
House Approves Income Tax Reduction

House Approves Income Tax Reduction

This week, the House of Representatives approved legislation reducing Michigan’s income tax rate from 4.25% to 4.05%, effective January 1, 2025. Key Points: House Bill 4170 was introduced by Representative Kathy Schmaltz (R-Jackson). According to the nonpartisan House...