Whistleblower Protections Proposal Announced

Whistleblower Protections Proposal Announced

A plan seeking to expand protections for whistleblowers was announced, with the goal of introducing greater accountability mechanisms in government. Key Points: The plan was announced by Representatives Jay DeBoyer (R-Clay Township) and Jason Woolford (R-Howell). It...
Meet the New Member: Representative Karl Bohnak

Meet the New Member: Representative Karl Bohnak

Representative Karl Bohnak (R-Deerton) is serving his first term in the Michigan House of Representatives. Biography Prior to his election to the House, he worked as a chief meteorologist in Marquette. In addition, he’s an author and historian. District Representative...
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. 6 Ways to Practice Everyday Courage – How can embracing courage help you face common leadership challenges? Robert Burns Family Flute...
Candidates for State Superintendent Announced

Candidates for State Superintendent Announced

This week, the Michigan State Board of Education selected the seven semifinalists for the next superintendent of public instruction. The field of 53 candidates for the position came from Michigan, eight other states, and Washington, D.C. In April, Superintendent Dr....
Whistleblower Protections Proposal Announced

Lawsuit Filed Over Open Senate Seat

A lawsuit was filed against Governor Gretchen Whitmer because she hasn’t called for a special election in the 35th Michigan Senate District. The seat was left open after former Democratic Michigan Senator and now U.S. Representative Kristen McDonald Rivet resigned in...