Last Week on the MLC Blog

Jul 29, 2024

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… 

In his latest post, MLC lobbyist Tony Des Chenes shares some of his explorations throughout Michigan’s Upper Peninsula.

The $23 billion education budget was given final approval by Governor Gretchen Whitmer.

Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed the $82.5 billion state budget for the upcoming fiscal year, beginning on October 1.

Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson announced the 2024 Democracy Ambassador program, an initiative aimed at building trust in Michigan’s elections.

Lt. Governor Garlin Gilchrist traveled to Europe for a five-day investment mission, focusing on capitalizing on Michigan’s leadership in the defense and aerospace sectors.

In our weekly spotlight series, we featured Senator John Cherry, chair of the Labor Committee.

Two candidates are running in the Democratic primary race in the 55th House District. The winner will face Representative Tisdel this November.

Two candidates are running in the Republican primary in the 58th House District, with the winner facing Representative Nate Shannon this November.

Representative Wozniak is running for reelection in the House, facing Jean Zott in the Republican primary next month in the race for the 59th House District.

In our weekly “Five Things We’re Reading” feature we shared articles on declining a networking request, a look inside the Democratic reboot, and more.

A look at events during the week of July 27 – August 2, 2024.

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