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Last Week on the MLC Blog
Over the past week, we covered these topics on the MLC Blog… Thursday, November 9 was the last session day for the House and Senate for 2023. Following successful local elections, two members of the House Democratic Caucus will leave the chamber. As required by...
Legislature Wraps Up Session for 2023
Thursday, November 9 was the last session day for the House and Senate for 2023. While typically the legislature holds session and committees through December, there were a number of reasons for the early end. Key Points: The Michigan Constitution requires the...
Members Departing House, Dems Lose Majority
Following successful local elections, two members of the House Democratic Caucus will leave the chamber next week. This will shift the makeup of the House to a 54-54 Democratic/Republican split majority. Key Points: Representative Kevin Coleman and Representative...
Legislature Passes Financial Disclosure
As required by Proposal 1 of 2022, the legislature finalized its plan creating financial disclosure requirements for certain elected officials and candidates in Michigan. Key Points: Requires a candidate to file a financial disclosure report before they can be...
Renewable Energy Changes Headed to Governor
The legislature finalized their plan establishing new energy standards and reforming renewable energy oversight. While the package makes several changes in the energy sphere, one of the most highly discussed aspects moves the approval of large-scale renewable...
Voter Preregistration Changes Pass
The legislature passed a bill this week allowing 16-year-olds to preregister to vote in Michigan. Key Points: Under current law, a person can register to vote when they turn 17.5. With the change, a resident of a city or township can preregister to vote in that...
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