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. Harris Leads Trump, Boosts Democrats’ Chances for House, Senate – How might the recent boost of enthusiasm for Vice President Harris...
Last Week on the MLC Blog

Last Week on the MLC Blog

Over the past week, we covered these topics on the MLC Blog… MLC lobbyist, and Michigan beach expert, Brendan Ringlever, shared some of his top beaches. Attorney General Dana Nessel issued a consumer alert warning for toll road users. Governor Gretchen Whitmer...
Attorney General Issues Consumer Warning

Attorney General Issues Consumer Warning

Attorney General Dana Nessel issued a consumer alert warning for toll road users. A smishing scam involving a deceptive text claiming the consumer owes money for unpaid tolls from SunPass and warning of a $50 late fee if the balance isn’t settled immediately. The...
Applications Open for Funding Opportunity

Applications Open for Funding Opportunity

Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced this week that applications are open for PitchMI, a statewide shark tank style pitch competition. Through the competition, Michigan’s Growth Office will invest $100,000 in one innovative solution that transforms the way residents...
Department Hosting Webinar on Earned Sick Time

Department Hosting Webinar on Earned Sick Time

The Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity (LEO) is hosting a webinar to discuss how the recent Michigan Supreme Court opinion on earned sick time laws will impact workers and businesses. Key Provisions of Michigan’s Earned Sick Time Act: Effective on February...