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 Monica Martinez shares how she uses PRP moments to examine where and how she’s spending her time. Jennifer DeLaCruz was appointed to serve as the first director of the Office of Community...
State Financial Disclosure System Launches

State Financial Disclosure System Launches

The Michigan Transparency Network (MiTN), the state’s new online personal financial disclosure system that requires elected officials, candidates, and their spouses to publicly report details of their finances, has launched. Background: In 2022, Michigan voters...
Women in the Workforce Report Released

Women in the Workforce Report Released

In March, the 2024 Women in the Workforce Report was released, looking at the key factors that contribute to the challenges women in the workforce face in the state. Key Points: Women who work full-time, year-round earn approximately 81 cents per dollar that men earn....
New Director Named

New Director Named

Jennifer DeLaCruz will serve as the first director of the Office of Community Violence Intervention. Community violence, which includes homicide and non-fatal shootings, causes substantial harm and trauma to communities, especially in racially segregated and...
Spotlight on Senator Sam Singh

Spotlight on Senator Sam Singh

Senator Sam Singh (D-East Lansing) has the distinction of being the first Indian American elected to the Michigan Senate. He was elected to leadership by his peers, serving as the Majority Floor Leader, responsible for scheduling and managing the day-to-day operations...