Last Week on the MLC Blog

Aug 4, 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…

Bipartisan legislation restricting cell phone use in schools didn’t receive the necessary support to pass the House.

Governor Whitmer announced grants to more than 60 small businesses, which are expected to create 444 new jobs in Michigan.

The Michigan Strategic Fund approved two major development projects, which will create at least 64 new jobs.

Attorney General Dana Nessel reached agreements with companies accused of misleading storm victims.

A profile of Representative Stephen Wooden, representing Michigan’s 81st House District.

A look at events during the week of August 2 – 8, 2025.

Related posts:

  1. Temporary Income Tax Rate Reduction Announced
  2. Governor Takes Action on Student Loans
  3. Black Leadership Council Releases Policy Recommendations
  4. Last Week on the MLC Blog

Michigan Legislative Consultants is a bipartisan lobbying firm based in Lansing, Michigan. Our team of lobbyists and procurement specialists provide a wide range of services for some of the most respected companies in America. For more on MLC, visit www.mlcmi.com or connect with us on LinkedIn and Twitter.

< Back to all posts

Recent Posts

Emergency Response Changes Signed

Emergency Response Changes Signed

Oct 16, 2026 |

Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed bipartisan legislation aimed at supporting Michigan’s first responders and streamlining disaster response. The two bills passed the House and Senate with unanimous bipartisan support and take immediate effect. Key Points: The...

Midterm Election in Michigan

Midterm Election in Michigan

Oct 16, 2026 |

With three weeks until the General Election, 6% of all active registered Michigan voters have returned their completed ballot. More than 2 million registered voters have requested an absentee (mail) ballot, which is an increase of 20% from the same point before the...

Public Transit Funding Awarded

Public Transit Funding Awarded

Oct 16, 2026 |

This week, Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced $65 million in awards through the Infrastructure Projects Authority Fund (IPAF) to support public transportation projects statewide. As part of last year’s nearly $2 billion Sustainable Road Funding Plan, the investments...

Michigan Legislative Consultants

Michigan Legislative Consultants
110 W. Michigan Avenue
Suite 500
Lansing, MI 48933
517.372.2560
517.372.0130 fax

1001 Woodward Avenue
Suite 500
Detroit, MI 48226

EXPERTISE
About MLC
Our Services
Our People
Our Work

EXPLORE
Clients
MLC Blog

ENGAGE
Contact Us
Privacy Policy
Terms Of Use

MLC is proud to be the Michigan member of NASL