Last Week on the MLC Blog

Sep 18, 2023

by Liz Gullett

As MLC’s Communications and Social Media Manager, Liz Gullett keeps clients informed and up-to-date on the goings on in Lansing and the Capitol.

Over the past week, we covered these topics on the MLC Blog…

Legislation was introduced creating a Prescription Drug Affordability Board in Michigan.

The Michigan Supreme Court will kick off its new session in October, hearing the first oral argument in the Old Supreme Court Chambers at the State Capitol Building.

Representative Alabas Farhat and Representative Tom Kunse have organized an official Michigan House of Representatives charity softball game.

Legislation earmarking a portion of sales tax revenue to a “Public Safety and Violence Prevention Fund” was reported by the House Local Government and Municipal Finance Committee.

Christina Anderson was named chief of staff for the Michigan Department of State by Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson.

In our weekly “Five Things We’re Reading” feature we shared articles on a new idea to remove plastic from oceans, a proposed new city in California, and more.

A look at events during the week of September 16 – 22, 2023.

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