Last Week on the MLC Blog

Apr 24, 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…

MLC lobbyist Rudy Hobbs shared why it’s important to learn from your experiences and move forward with a fresh start.

In the latest move reforming gun laws in Michigan, the legislature approved a proposal to create red flag laws in Michigan.

Bipartisan legislation was introduced in both chambers permitting universities to sell alcohol at certain on-campus sporting events.

The Senate took its first steps to implement election reform legislation related to Proposal 2 of 2022.

Attorney General Dana Nessel joined a coalition submitting comments in support of the Federal Trade Commission’s proposed rule that would eliminate non-compete clauses in most employment contracts.

Michigan had the highest rate in the nation of young voter turnout in the 2022 general election.

In our weekly “Five Things We’re Reading” feature we shared articles on a recent development that may transform the construction industry, how to know when a fight isn’t worth having, and more.

A look at events during the week of April 22 – 28, 2023.

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