Last Week on the MLC Blog

Dec 15, 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 an extremely rare move, the House Appropriations Committee voted to cancel almost $645 million in ongoing funding to various work projects throughout state government.

Michigan House Republicans are appealing a Court of Appeals decision requiring them to present all legislation that passes both chambers to the governor.

Dr. Glenn Maleyko started his role as State Superintendent and head of the Department of Education.

In a show of bipartisanship, the Senate voted unanimously to forgive $2.7 billion in overpayments sent to Michigan residents during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Governor Gretchen Whitmer was elected to serve as Vice Chair of the Democratic Governors Association.

The Michigan Senate unanimously approved two bills that aim to ensure personal protection orders are served immediately by law enforcement officials at no cost.

Suzanna Shkreli announced her resignation as Michigan Lottery Commissioner, and Governor Gretchen Whitmer named Joe Froehlich as acting commissioner.

Learn about Representative John Fitzgerald, the House Democratic Floor Leader.

In our weekly “Five Things We’re Reading” feature, we shared articles on how Spotify Wrapped became a cultural phenomenon, how organizations can “pivot with purpose,” and more.

A look at events during the week of December 13 – 15, 2025.

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