Executive Directive Signed

Executive Directive Signed

Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed Executive Directive 2023-04 on August 3rd, 2023. The order will adjust permit regulations and ensure the state government and its agencies are responsive. Key Points: The goal of the executive order is to expedite state permitting and...
Five Things We’re Reading

Five Things We’re Reading

Below are some of the articles that the MLC lobby team has been reading this past week. We hope you find them as interesting and useful as we do. Michigan Is Set to Better Track Native American Student Achievement – Michigan’s most recent budget includes a requirement...
New Law Expands Use of Land Banks

New Law Expands Use of Land Banks

Governor Whitmer signed legislation expanding the number of cities in townships that can establish land bank fast track authorities. Key Points: Under the new law, any city or township with a population greater than 50,000 can now utilize one, if they’re not located...
Governor On Investment Mission

Governor On Investment Mission

Governor Gretchen Whitmer spent the week in France and Germany working to bring jobs, investment, and high-tech supply chains back to Michigan. Key Points: While in France, the governor met with business leaders discussing investment opportunities in Michigan for...