Last Week on the MLC Blog

May 19, 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…

In her latest blog post, MLC lobbyist Amber Chandler shares how she makes the most of her commute to carve out time for herself.

The directors of the House and Senate Fiscal Agencies, State Treasurer Rachael Eubanks, and State Budget Director Jen Flood came together to reach a consensus on projected state revenue for the upcoming fiscal year.

Bipartisan legislation was passed extending the deadline for legislators, the attorney general, and the secretary of state to file required financial disclosures from May 15 to June 13.

The Michigan Senate passed legislation creating a state budget for the upcoming 2025-2026 Fiscal Year.

In our weekly “Five Things We’re Reading” feature, we shared articles on the island home of the quokkas, small actions that become your legacy, and more.

Meet Representative Rylee Linting, who represents the 27th House District in Wayne County.

A look at events during the week of May 17 – 23, 2025.

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