by Liz Gullett | Mar 3, 2025 | Liz Gullett
Over the past week, we covered these topics on the MLC Blog… In his latest post, MLC lobbyist Brendan Ringlever talked about reading for pleasure and why he personally relates to spy novels! Before a joint convention of the legislature, Governor Whitmer delivered her...
by Liz Gullett | Feb 28, 2025 | Liz Gullett
Following Governor Whitmer’s State of the State address, Majority Floor Leader Representative Bryan Posthumus (R-Rockford) provided the Republican response. Overall, the theme focused on the decline in Michigan over the past few decades and what his party is proposing...
by Liz Gullett | Feb 28, 2025 | Liz Gullett
Legislation prohibiting legislators from entering into nondisclosure agreements was passed by the House of Representatives this week. Key Points: House Bills 4052 and 4053 were introduced by Representative Steve Carra (R-Three Rivers) and Representative Dylan Wegela...
by Liz Gullett | Feb 28, 2025 | Liz Gullett
The Michigan House Oversight Committee launched a website for people to submit tips and suggestions for the various subcommittees’ upcoming investigations. Key Points: Speaker Matt Hall (R-Kalamazoo) created six subcommittees within the House Oversight Committee....
by Liz Gullett | Feb 28, 2025 | Liz Gullett
At its most recent meeting, the Board of State Canvassers welcomed two new members and elected a new chair and vice chair. The terms for both new members commenced on February 1, 2025, and expire on January 31, 2029. Key Points: Heather Cummings (D) was appointed by...
by Liz Gullett | Feb 28, 2025 | Liz Gullett
Last Saturday, the Michigan Democratic and Republican parties elected their new leadership. The new leaders will hold critical roles as the state enters 2026, which is a big election year in Michigan. Next year, in addition to all 38 Senate seats and 110 House seats...