Insider Intelligence
Candidates File for Open Senate Seat
Ten candidates have filed to run in the special election for the 35th Senate District. The seat has been open since former Senator and now Congresswoman Kristen McDonald Rivet resigned in January following her election to the U.S. House. If a Democratic candidate...
Budget Reforms Resolution Adopted
This week, the Senate adopted a resolution requiring transparency for earmarks during the budget negotiation process. Its adoption was part of the overall budget negotiations for the FY26 budget. Key Points: Senate Resolution 74 was introduced by Senator Sarah...
Private Property Reforms Reported
This week, the House Natural Resources and Tourism Committee reported legislation aimed at strengthening private property rights and updating enforcement practices within state agencies. Key Points: House Bills 4073 and 4421 were introduced by Representatives David...
Looking Ahead to the Week of October 4 – 10, 2025
The House has scheduled session for Saturday through Friday. The Senate has scheduled its typical Tuesday–Thursday session schedule. The Michigan Public Service Commission will hold its monthly meeting on Thursday, October 9. Please click here for more...
Spotlight On Representative Mike Hoadley
Representative Mike Hoadley (R-Au Gres) is serving his second term in the Michigan House of Representatives. Biography He began his career in public service in 2017 when he was elected to the Au Gres City Council. In 2020, Representative Hoadley was elected Au Gres...
Five Things We’re Reading
Below are some articles the MLC lobby team has been reading this past week. We hope you find them as interesting and useful as we do. When Will Fall Foliage Peak near You? Here Are Some Leaf-Peeping Predictions – Peak colors start in October. When and where are the...
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