Last Week on the MLC Blog

Nov 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…

With over a decade of experience in lobbying, MLC Partner Matt Sowash reflected on 10 key lessons he’s learned along the way.

From Yale grad to Green Beret to the Michigan Senate, Senator Jonathan Lindsey brings a wide range of experience to his role representing the 17th District.

Starting next year, legislators will follow a new process for submitting Legislatively Directed Spending Items for inclusion in the state budget.

Legislation aimed at reducing the threat of political violence against Michigan lawmakers was signed into law by Governor Whitmer.

Michigan’s major taxes and net lottery revenue totaled $4.3 billion last month, an increase of 5.9% from October 2024, according to the latest report by the Senate Fiscal Agency.

In our weekly “Five Things We’re Reading” feature, we shared articles on why voters are losing the redistricting wars, how Europe is addressing the decline of plastic recycling, and more.

A look at events during the weeks of November 22 – December 5, 2026.

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