Senate Moves to Codify Council

The Senate passed legislation codifying the Black Leadership Advisory Council (BLAC) as a permanent entity within Michigan’s government.

Key Points:

• • Senate Bill 840 was introduced by Senator Erika Geiss (D-Taylor).
  • Governor Whitmer created the council by executive order in 2020.
  • The council is charged with identifying barriers in the Black community in education, community safety, health, and business leadership.
  • BLAC acts in an advisory capacity to the governor to develop, review, and recommend policies.
  • It is housed within the Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity.

Next Steps:

• • The bill will be sent to the House for consideration.