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Last Week on the MLC Blog
Over the past week, we covered these topics on the MLC Blog… MLC lobbyist and procurement consultant Tony Des Chenes shares why he opts for a wide variety of sources for daily news. The executive budget recommendations for the upcoming fiscal year were presented to...
Senate Sues the House
On behalf of the Michigan Senate, Senate Majority Leader Winnie Brinks (D-Grand Rapids) filed a lawsuit in the Michigan Court of Claims over bills that were passed at the end of 2024 but weren’t presented to Governor Whitmer. According to the lawsuit, the Speaker...
Conservation Officer Reforms Introduced
Legislation making changes to conservation officers, the police force within the Department of Natural Resources (DNR), was announced this week. Key Points: The legislation is being sponsored by Representatives Greg Markkanen (R-Hancock) and Dave Prestin (R-Cedar...
Hearing Held on Earned Sick Time Requirements
Legislation amending Earned sick time laws in Michigan had its first hearing in the Senate Regulatory Affairs Committee this week. While no vote was held, the committee heard testimony by those impacted by the forthcoming changes on February 21. Key Points: Senate...
Senate Republicans Announce Campaign Team
The Senate Republican Campaign Committee announced their team heading into the 2026 election year. Leadership: Chair – Senator Dan Lauwers (R-Brockway) Finance Chair – Senator Rick Outman (R-Six Lakes) Recruitment Co-Chairs – Senators Michael Webber (R-Rochester...
Electric Choice Program Fully Subscribed
Each electric provider in Michigan’s electric choice program remained at or near the 10% statutory cap in 2024. Key Points: Electric demand in the program was down 611 MW from 2023. The number of customers participating declined slightly in 2024 to 5,514 from 5,539...
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