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 Elite Sports Coaches Make High-Pressure Decisions – How do coaches combine multiple factors before, during, and after...
Committee Advances Housing Proposal

Committee Advances Housing Proposal

The Senate Housing and Human Services Committee reported legislation creating a Michigan Housing Opportunity Credit, aiming to increase the supply of guaranteed affordable housing in Michigan. Currently, Michigan has 200,000 low-income households unable to find...
Governor Unveils Poverty Task Force Report

Governor Unveils Poverty Task Force Report

Governor Gretchen Whitmer highlighted the 2026 Poverty Task Force Report this week, highlighting the scope of poverty’s impact across Michigan and providing recommendations to lift people out of poverty. Additionally, the report details how to best connect families...
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. Life’s Work: An Interview with José Andrés – Learn about the chef’s journey through his professional life and the lessons...
Summer Energy Outlook Released

Summer Energy Outlook Released

Unrest overseas and supply disruptions will continue to increase the cost of gasoline and diesel fuel, according to the latest report by the Michigan Public Service Commission (MPSC). The assessment of Michigan’s energy baseline is conducted twice per year to raise...