Snyder Rolls Out Plans To Expand Internet Access
During a tour on Thursday, Gov. Rick Snyder announced new plans to provide universal access to high-speed internet for every Michigan resident, business, region and community.
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August 21, 2018
August 21, 2018
SBAM Small BIZ PAC announces new endorsements
The Small Business Association of Michigan (SBAM) Small BIZ PAC has released new endorsements ahead of the November 6 general election.
August 14, 2018
Online Sales Tax Money Starting to Trickle In
Michigan is starting to see a bump from online sales tax revenue. Data reported last week by the Senate Fiscal Agency (SFA) shows use tax collections in July 2018 were 40.2 percent above the July …
August 14, 2018
Dems Squeak By Republicans In Legislative Turnout Battle
Last Tuesday's primary numbers have Democrats downright giddy as General Election season kicks off, and if the past is predictive of the future, they have a reason to be.
August 14, 2018
Small Business Association of Michigan Endorses Schuette for Governor
“Bill Schuette has always been a champion of small business and we’re proud to offer him our endorsement. As Michigan’s Governor we know he will ensure small business interests are in the forefront of the …
August 7, 2018
$10M From Out-Of-State Given To Support, Oppose MI Ballot Props
More than $10.2 million has been given to support or oppose ballot measures in Michigan this year from groups or people not based in Michigan, making up 57 percent of all contributions to the major …
August 7, 2018
Panel Tokes On Marijuana Banking Issues
(LOS ANGELES) - Marijuana-related businesses in Michigan across the country have struggled with the question of how to bank the money they bring in from this cash-only business.
July 31, 2018
Board Deadlocks On Placing Minimum Wage On Ballot; Paid Sick Leave Gets On
The Board of State Canvassers deadlocked Friday in two 2-2 votes on approving the $12 minimum wage ballot proposal, Michigan One Fair Wage, on the November ballot.
July 31, 2018
VNP Has $616K In Bank; Paid Sick Leave, Voting Rights Raise $2M+
The redistricting reform group got a last-minute infusion of $250,000 from an out-of-state nonprofit to push its fundraising total to $1.4 million.
July 24, 2018
Bernstein Calls AG’s Redistricting Stance ‘Against The People’
Justice Richard Bernstein told Attorney General Bill Schuette's representative at Wednesday's Michigan Supreme Court (MSC) hearing that the AG's stance against allowing a redistricting reform ballot proposal on the Nov. 6 ballot is "so against the …
July 24, 2018
If Dems See Big Wins, Will We See A Busy Lame Duck?
In times of political change, lame duck session in the Legislature would be seen as one last chance to complete an agenda, a last shot at getting things done. But a review by MIRS of bills introduced …
July 17, 2018
Biz-Backed Groups Challenge Paid Sick Leave, Minimum Wage Proposals
The paid sick leave and minimum wage increase ballot initiatives both drew challenges Friday from business-backed groups trying to keep the questions from going before voters.
July 17, 2018
House D’s Work On Small Business Package
The Small Business Association of Michigan (SBAM) worked with Rep. Donna Lasinski (D-Scio Twp.) on creating a four-piece legislative package designed to give Michigan small businesses a leg up on state contracts while helping aspiring entrepreneurs …
June 25, 2018
SBAM Small BIZ PAC announces endorsements for August 7 primary
The Small Business Association of Michigan (SBAM) Small BIZ PAC has endorsed candidates for the Aug. 7 primary election.
June 19, 2018
FY ’19 Budget Heads To Governor
Michigan government's $56.8 billion budget for Fiscal Year (FY) 2019 rumbled through the House and Senate Tuesday with record levels of education and transportation money, but with pointed concerns from Democrats about "raiding" $900 million …
June 19, 2018
Where Did $100M For Gov’s Marshall Plan Come From?
When Gov. Rick Snyder rolled out his Marshall Plan with its $100 million price tag earlier this year, it wasn't made clear where the money would come from.
April 25, 2018
Challenge To Voters Not Politicians In The Works
It may be breaking news, but it is surely not surprising news that this week opponents of the petition drive to revamp the state's apportionment process will legally challenge it on two fronts.
April 25, 2018
Meekhof Doesn’t Say ‘No’ To Voting On Marijuana Legalization
Senate Majority Leader Arlan Meekhof (R-West Olive) answered neither "yes" or "no" when a reporter asked him: "What do you think of the notion of the Legislature taking up the marijuana legalization issue in order to …
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