by Liz Gullett | Oct 28, 2024 | Liz Gullett
Over the past week, we covered these topics on the MLC Blog… MLC lobbyist Tony Des Chenes reflected on the importance of your childhood friends and how they help carry you into, and through, adulthood The Senate Labor Committee reported a legislative package aimed at...
by Liz Gullett | Oct 25, 2024 | Liz Gullett
The Senate Labor Committee reported a legislative package aimed at strengthening Michigan’s child labor laws. Key Points: Senate Bills 963 – 965 were introduced by Senator Sylvia Santana (D-Detroit), Senator Mary Cavanagh (D-Redford Twp.), and Senator Darrin Camilleri...
by Liz Gullett | Oct 4, 2024 | Liz Gullett
The Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity released the schedule of increases to the state’s minimum wage. The information is in accordance with the recent Michigan Supreme Court ruling regarding the Improved Workforce Opportunity Wage Act. Effective...
by Liz Gullett | Jun 7, 2024 | Liz Gullett
Legislation aimed at encouraging employers to hire workers facing significant barriers to employment was recently introduced. Key Points: House Bills 5771 and 5772 were sponsored by Representative Jason Hoskins (D-Southfield) and Representative Matt Bierlein...
by Liz Gullett | Mar 1, 2024 | Liz Gullett
This week, the House Labor Committee heard testimony on the new federal rule regarding the classification of independent contractors. The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) published the final rule on January 10, 2024, and it will take effect nationwide on March 11, 2024....
