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. Scientists Say Our Consciousness May Actually Be Altering Reality – How might the latest research change how we view consciousness and...
Last Week on the MLC Blog

Last Week on the MLC Blog

Over the past week, we covered these topics on the MLC Blog… The Michigan House of Representatives passed a bipartisan proposal aimed at supporting public safety and reducing violence statewide. Legislation reversing course on a law enacted last session, moving energy...
House Votes for Public Safety Trust Fund

House Votes for Public Safety Trust Fund

The Michigan House of Representatives passed a bipartisan proposal aimed at supporting public safety and reducing violence statewide. According to recent FBI data, four of the 20 most violent cities in the nation are in Michigan Key Points: House Bills 4260 – 4261...
Energy Permitting Change Moves

Energy Permitting Change Moves

Legislation reversing course on a law enacted last session, moving energy permitting authority back to township boards, was reported by the House Energy Committee this week. Background: In 2023, the legislature passed, and Governor Whitmer signed, legislation giving...
Prescription Drug Board Passes

Prescription Drug Board Passes

This week, the Michigan Senate approved legislation creating the Prescription Drug Affordability Board and Prescription Drug Affordability Council. The goal of the proposal is to reduce the cost of prescription medications for Michigan residents. Key Points: Senate...