Data Privacy Bill Introduced

Data Privacy Bill Introduced

Senator Rosemary Bayer (D-Keego Harbor) introduced the “Personal Data Privacy Act,” which aims to establish consumer privacy rights in Michigan. Key Points: The bill establishes a number of rights for consumers including notably the right to opt out of targeted...
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. What to Say Instead of ‘I’m Sorry’ – Many people apologize out of habit, which can result in negative perceptions by...

R&D Tax Credit Approved

The House approved a bipartisan plan creating the Research and Development (R&D) Tax Credit Program. Currently, 37 states have a version of an R&D tax credit. Furthermore, Michigan is the only midwestern state without such a program. Key Points: The tax...
House Passes Artificial Intelligence Bills

House Passes Artificial Intelligence Bills

The House passed five bills that seek to ensure voters aren’t misled through campaign advertising. Key Points: It must be disclosed if artificial intelligence (AI) is used in campaign materials. The disclosure applies to candidates for federal, state, or local office,...
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. Ukraine War: Russia Goes Back to Prisons to Feed Its War Machine – A look into the controversial move to make prisoners...