by Liz Gullett | Feb 7, 2025 | Liz Gullett
Legislation making changes to conservation officers, the police force within the Department of Natural Resources (DNR), was announced this week. Key Points: The legislation is being sponsored by Representatives Greg Markkanen (R-Hancock) and Dave Prestin (R-Cedar...
by Liz Gullett | Feb 7, 2025 | Liz Gullett
Legislation amending Earned sick time laws in Michigan had its first hearing in the Senate Regulatory Affairs Committee this week. While no vote was held, the committee heard testimony by those impacted by the forthcoming changes on February 21. Key Points: Senate...
by Liz Gullett | Feb 7, 2025 | Liz Gullett
The Senate Republican Campaign Committee announced their team heading into the 2026 election year. Leadership: Chair – Senator Dan Lauwers (R-Brockway) Finance Chair – Senator Rick Outman (R-Six Lakes) Recruitment Co-Chairs – Senators Michael Webber (R-Rochester...
by Liz Gullett | Feb 7, 2025 | Liz Gullett
Each electric provider in Michigan’s electric choice program remained at or near the 10% statutory cap in 2024. Key Points: Electric demand in the program was down 611 MW from 2023. The number of customers participating declined slightly in 2024 to 5,514 from 5,539 in...
by Liz Gullett | Feb 7, 2025 | Liz Gullett
The House and Senate are scheduled to hold their typical Tuesday – Thursday session schedule.
by Liz Gullett | Feb 5, 2025 | Liz Gullett
Today, the State Budget Office presented Governor Whitmer’s seventh budget to a joint hearing of the House and Senate Appropriations Committees. The budget, which totals $83.5 billion, focuses on six key areas: lowering costs, creating jobs, getting SMART on...
