Insider Intelligence
National Marketing Campaign to Grow Talent Launches
A new talent attraction marketing campaign was launched nationally this week, with the goal of growing Michigan’s population and driving the state’s economic future forward. Key Points: Named the “You Can in Michigan” campaign. According to the Michigan Economic...
Changes to Wind and Solar Energy Projects Proposed
Legislation was introduced that would give the authority to permit certain wind or solar energy projects to the Michigan Public Service Commission (MPSC). Currently, that authority rests with township boards. Key Points: The proposal applies to facilities with 100...
Legislature Votes to Codify Portions of ACA
Legislation that would place certain aspects of the Federal Affordable Care Act (ACA) into Michigan law was passed this week. If the proposal becomes state law, it ensures portions of the ACA would remain within Michigan even if Congress acted to remove or change...
New Law Aims at Reducing Teacher Shortage
Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed legislation this week that supporters believe will help get more teachers in classrooms statewide. Key Points: The new law allows retired educators to fill temporary vacancies on a limited basis. The retiree would continue to...
Senate Moves Changes to Firearms Laws
Those convicted of misdemeanor domestic violence would be banned from possessing, using, purchasing, or carrying a firearm in Michigan under legislation passed by the Senate. Key Points: The prohibition on a person would be in place for eight years. The bills would...
Looking Ahead to the Week of October 14 – 20, 2023
The House and Senate are scheduled to hold their typical Tuesday – Thursday session schedule.
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