Last Week on the MLC Blog

Oct 7, 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 President Tim Ward shared an insider’s perspective of being the principal’s son. 

The Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity released the schedule of increases to the state’s minimum wage.

The Michigan Supreme Court is set to begin the 2024 – 2025 session by hearing oral arguments in eleven cases this week.

A bipartisan plan was announced to reform issues within Michigan’s Clean Slate expungement process.

This week, the Michigan Public Service Commission (MPSC) will hold its regular commission meeting in the Upper Peninsula.

We highlighted Senator John Damoose, the Republican vice chair of the Education Committee, in the latest in our spotlight series.

An overview of the 57th House District race in Oakland and Macomb Counties.

A look at the race in the 58th House District in Macomb County.

An overview of the race in the 61st House District in Macomb County.

In our weekly “Five Things We’re Reading” feature we shared articles on SNL’s political skits, the politics of pets, and more.

A look at events during the week of October 5 – 11, 2024.

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Legislature Wraps Up 102nd Term

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State Revenue Increases in November

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November 2024’s taxes and net lottery revenue increased 10.5% from the prior year, totaling $2.9 billion. This was $147.7 million more than prior projections according to the monthly revenue report by the Senate Fiscal Agency. Key Points: Revenue dedicated to the...

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