Last Week on the MLC Blog

Feb 24, 2025

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…

Changes to Michigan’s minimum wage and Earned Sick Time Act were passed by the legislature and signed by Governor Whitmer.

The Michigan Democratic Party and Michigan Republican Party were holding state conventions to elect leadership.

Legislation exempting tips earned by hospitality workers from income taxes was introduced.

Michigan Supreme Court Chief Justice Elizabeth Clement announced she is stepping down from the bench and will serve as president of the National Center for State Courts.

Bipartisan legislation placing prohibitions on nondisclosure agreements was reported by the House Government Operations Committee.

In our weekly “Five Things We’re Reading” feature we shared articles on how different states are funding K-12 education, the link between some neurological diseases and artistic ability, and more.

A look at events during the week of February 22 – March 1, 2025.

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