Report Issued on Safety of Mackinac Bridge

Report Issued on Safety of Mackinac Bridge

The Mackinac Bridge Authority (MBA) shared a recent report from its consulting firm that confirms the bridge is at a lower risk of collapse due to a vessel collision than nationally established thresholds. The study was submitted to the National Transportation Safety...
Five Things We’re Reading

Five Things We’re Reading

Below are some articles that the MLC lobby team has been reading over the past week. We hope you find them as interesting and useful as we do. How the Best Leaders Respond to Rule Breaking – Why do people break the rules at work, and how can a leader dig deep into the...
House Passes Changes to Youth Employment

House Passes Changes to Youth Employment

The House of Representatives voted this week to make changes to youth employment rules in Michigan, most notably the permits currently required to have a job. Currently, a minor under the age of 16 must get a work permit from their school district, public school...
Gas Tax Holiday Proposed

Gas Tax Holiday Proposed

Legislation was introduced this week addressing the high cost of gas in Michigan. Moreover, this would address high prices at the pump in perpetuity. According to AAA, the average cost of a gallon of gas in Michigan is $4.0860, while the national average is $3.8470....
Five Things We’re Reading

Five Things We’re Reading

Below are some articles that the MLC lobby team has been reading over the past week. We hope you find them as interesting and useful as we do. ‘A Hidden Blood Pump’: How Chewing More Boosts Your Brain – What are the health benefits, and potential benefits to the US...