by Liz Gullett | Nov 18, 2025 | Liz Gullett
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. Can the Plastic Recycling Industry Be Saved? – How is Europe addressing the decline of plastic recycling? The Real Losers in...
by Liz Gullett | Nov 14, 2025 | Liz Gullett
Legislation prohibiting the Unemployment Insurance Agency (UIA) from seeking to recover improperly paid benefits after three years was reported by the Senate Labor Committee this week. Background: During the COVID-19 pandemic, $2.7 billion in overpayments were sent to...
by Liz Gullett | Nov 10, 2025 | Liz Gullett
Over the past week, we covered these topics on the MLC Blog… After 20 years in politics and government, MLC Partner Rudy Hobbs shared the lessons that have stood the test of time. From cycling since age 5 to leading as Detroit Caucus Chair, Representative Stephanie...
by Liz Gullett | Nov 7, 2025 | Liz Gullett
In response to an executive directive issued by Governor Whitmer in July, several State of Michigan departments submitted reports on the impact of federal tariffs on Michigan’s economy. According to the reports, the impact of tariffs would be felt most by: Farmers and...
by Liz Gullett | Oct 31, 2025 | Liz Gullett
Due to the lack of Federal funding for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits beginning November 1, the Senate passed supplemental funding to help Michigan residents purchase food. The appropriation is meant to bridge the gap for residents who rely...
