Last Week on the MLC Blog

Last Week on the MLC Blog

Over the past week, we covered these topics on the MLC Blog… Legislation was introduced creating a Prescription Drug Affordability Board in Michigan. The Michigan Supreme Court will kick off its new session in October, hearing the first oral argument in the Old...
Prescription Board Proposed

Prescription Board Proposed

Legislation was introduced creating a Prescription Drug Affordability Board in Michigan (PDAB). The three-bill package was introduced by Senator Darrin Camilleri (D-Trenton), Senator Kristen McDonald Rivet (D-Bay City), and Senator Veronica Klinefelt (D-Eastpointe)....
Michigan Supreme Court Announces New Session

Michigan Supreme Court Announces New Session

The Michigan Supreme Court will kick off its new session in October, hearing the first oral argument in the Old Supreme Court Chambers at the State Capitol Building. Key Points: The first set of oral arguments will be held on October 4 and 5. After the first case, the...
Legislators Organize Charity Game

Legislators Organize Charity Game

Representative Alabas Farhat (D-Dearborn) and Representative Tom Kunse (R-Clare) have organized an official Michigan House of Representatives charity softball game. Key Points: The bipartisan game will take place on Wednesday, September 20. The game will be played at...
Public Safety Fund Moves Forward

Public Safety Fund Moves Forward

Legislation earmarking a portion of sales tax revenue to a “Public Safety and Violence Prevention Fund” was reported by the House Local Government and Municipal Finance Committee. Key Points: The two bills were introduced by Representative Nate Shannon (D-Sterling...
Department of State Leadership Change

Department of State Leadership Change

Christina Anderson was named chief of staff for the Michigan Department of State by Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson. Key Points: Anderson will begin her new role on October 2. She is currently deputy commissioner of the Chicago Department of Public Health. Prior to...