by Liz Gullett | Oct 15, 2024 | Liz Gullett
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. When Populists Rise, Economies Usually Fall – New research shows right-wing populists can be harmful to aspects of the economy. Here’s...
by Liz Gullett | Oct 11, 2024 | Liz Gullett
Legislation was introduced implementing mobile panic alert systems throughout public and nonpublic schools to ensure real-time coordination between schools, 911, law enforcement, and first responders. Key Points: Senate Bills 1032 and 1033 were introduced by Senator...
by Liz Gullett | Oct 11, 2024 | Liz Gullett
Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson requested an Attorney General Opinion regarding the six-day grace period allowed for absent voter ballots for overseas voters. Key Points: Under Proposal 2022-2, those serving in the military or living overseas will have their ballot...
by Liz Gullett | Oct 11, 2024 | Liz Gullett
Last month, major taxes and net lottery revenue came in at $3.7 billion, an increase of 1.7% from September 2023. Additionally, total collections were $106.1 million more than prior estimates, according to the monthly report by the Senate Fiscal Agency. Key Points:...
by Liz Gullett | Oct 11, 2024 | Liz Gullett
Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced the appointment of Anthony McDowell to the 7th Circuit Court in Genesee County. The appointment fills a partial term following the resignation of Judge John A. Gadola. The term will commence on October 14, 2024, and expires on...
by Liz Gullett | Oct 11, 2024 | Liz Gullett
The House and Senate are scheduled to hold session Tuesday – Thursday. A second debate for the open United States Senate seat will be held on Monday, October 14 on WXYZ Channel 7 in Detroit.
