Insider Intelligence
Unemployment Rate Steady
In May 2023, Michigan’s unemployment rate remained stable at 3.9% for the fourth consecutive month, while the national unemployment rate rose by 0.1% to 4.0%. Michigan: The statewide labor force participation rate was stable at 62.3% over the month. Payroll jobs...
Gun Violence Prevention Task Force Established
Through executive order, Governor Whitmer established a task to identify the root causes of gun violence, compile and report relevant data, maximize existing resources, solicit perspectives from diverse stakeholders, and recommend policy. “Too many Michigan...
Department Announces Staff Changes
The Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) announced staff changes in the department’s executive office. Chief Climate and Energy Strategist: Kara Cook has been named to the position, where she will oversee statewide efforts to grow climate and...
Taylor Swift Package Moves
Legislation dubbed the “Taylor Swift” bills, which seeks to combat automated bots used during ticket sales, moved forward this week. When tickets go on sale, automated bots will be used to mass buy tickets that will later be sold at a significantly higher cost on...
Looking Ahead to the Week of June 22 – 28, 2024
The House and Senate are scheduled to hold their typical Tuesday – Thursday session schedule. On Thursday, June 27, at 9 p.m., President Joe Biden will debate former President Donald Trump on CNN.
Spotlight on Senator Jeremy Moss
Senator Jeremy Moss (D-Southfield) serves as the President Pro Tempore of the Senate, having been chosen by his peers to serve in this leadership position. In addition to that leadership role, he chairs the Elections and Ethics Committee and the Regulatory Affairs...
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