Spotlight on Senate Republican Leader Aric Nesbitt

Spotlight on Senate Republican Leader Aric Nesbitt

Senate Republican Leader Aric Nesbitt is serving his second term in the Michigan Senate. He previously served three terms in the Michigan House of Representatives, including serving as House Majority Floor Leader and chair of the House Energy and Technology Committee....
Five Things We’re Reading

Five Things We’re Reading

Below are some of the articles that the MLC lobby team has been reading this past week. We hope you find them as interesting and useful as we do. Artificial Intelligence is Making Critical Health Care Decisions. The Sheriff is MIA. – The medical community is embracing...
Last Week on the MLC Blog

Last Week on the MLC Blog

Over the past week, we covered these topics on the MLC Blog… The House Labor Committee heard testimony on the new federal rule regarding the classification of independent contractors. Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced a series of changes to members of her cabinet...
Hearing Held on Federal Labor Rule

Hearing Held on Federal Labor Rule

This week, the House Labor Committee heard testimony on the new federal rule regarding the classification of independent contractors. The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) published the final rule on January 10, 2024, and it will take effect nationwide on March 11, 2024....
Governor Announces Cabinet and Staff Changes

Governor Announces Cabinet and Staff Changes

Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced a series of changes to members of her cabinet and key staff. Marlon Brown, Director of the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs After seven months of serving as acting director of LARA, effective immediately he will be the...
Student Success Grant Program Announced

Student Success Grant Program Announced

The Department of Lifelong Education, Advancement, and Potential (MiLEAP) announced the kickoff of a new $45 million student success initiative. This is the first-ever grant program aimed at increasing student success rates at community and tribal colleges and...