Insider Intelligence
Unemployment Rate Declines
Michigan’s jobless rate showed another sign of economic strength, declining month-over-month in May to 3.7%, while the national rate increased. Key Points: The U.S. rate increased by three-tenths of a percentage point to 3.7%. This is the first time Michigan’s...
Governor Announces Appointments
Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced two appointments to the Michigan Liquor Control Commission (MLCC). The Commission is the sole wholesaler of all spirit products in the state. It’s responsible for the licensing of the manufacture and sale of all beer, wine,...
Clean Energy Package Introduced
Legislation setting an ambitious goal of 100% carbon-free energy in Michigan by 2035 was introduced this week. Key Points: Establishes a renewable portfolio standard of 60% by 2030. Utility companies must include distributed generation programs accessible to...
Governor Establishes LGBTQ+ Commission
Governor Whitmer signed an executive order creating Michigan’s first commission tasked with addressing issues facing Michigan’s LGBTQ+ community. Key Points: The commission will advise the governor and director of the Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity on...
Looking Ahead to the Week of June 17 – 23, 2023
In observance of Juneteenth, MLC will be closed on Monday, June 19. The House and Senate are scheduled to hold their typical Tuesday – Thursday session schedule.
Five Things We’re Reading
Below are some of the articles that the MLC lobby team has been reading this past week. We hope you find them as interesting and useful as we do. The Overseas Highway: The US ‘Floating’ Highway – What’s the story behind the famous highway in Florida? Marketing In a...
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