by Liz Gullett | Feb 24, 2025 | Liz Gullett
Over the past week, we covered these topics on the MLC Blog… Changes to Michigan’s minimum wage and Earned Sick Time Act were passed by the legislature and signed by Governor Whitmer. The Michigan Democratic Party and Michigan Republican Party were holding state...
by Liz Gullett | Feb 21, 2025 | Liz Gullett
This Saturday, the Michigan Democratic Party and Michigan Republican Party will hold state conventions to elect leadership. Michigan is heading into a big election year in 2026, making these positions critical to races up and down the ballot. Michigan Democratic...
by Liz Gullett | Feb 21, 2025 | Liz Gullett
Legislation exempting tips earned by hospitality workers from income taxes was introduced this week. Key Points: Senate Bill 91 was introduced by Senator John Damoose (R-Harbor Springs). The proposal largely mirrors federal proposals and would provide a 100% exemption...
by Liz Gullett | Feb 21, 2025 | Liz Gullett
Michigan Supreme Court Chief Justice Elizabeth Clement announced she is stepping down from the bench and will serve as president of the National Center for State Courts. She informed Governor Whitmer that she would be stepping down no later than April 30, 2025. Key...
by Liz Gullett | Feb 21, 2025 | Liz Gullett
Bipartisan legislation placing prohibitions on nondisclosure agreements was reported by the House Government Operations Committee this week. Key Points: House Bills 4052 and 4053 were introduced by Representative Steve Carra (R-Three Rivers) and Representative Dylan...