News & Resources

Talent Without Borders: Key Immigration Updates for Employers

The evolving immigration landscape continues to impact employers, employees and global talent strategies.

March 3, 2025

SBAM is Victorious in Corporate Transparency Act Lawsuit

Federal Court Strikes Down Corporate Transparency Act on Constitutional Grounds A federal court has ruled that the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) violates the Fourth Amendment, siding with a group of […]

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February 28, 2025

FinCEN Not Enforcing CTA Fines Ahead of New Interim Rule

While SBAM still awaits a decision in our Corporate Transparency Act lawsuit, today FinCEN has reported that it will not be enforcing or issuing fines ahead of publishing an new […]

Jim Voss, featured on the Small Business Weekly Podcast

February 28, 2025

Employee-owned Company “Cleans Up” in the Truck Washing Sector

On this week's SBAM Weekly Podcast, Michael Rogers talks with Jim Voss, co-owner of Hydro-Chem Systems and a member of SBAM’s Leadership Council.

February 27, 2025

Thank You to Our Top Supporting Insurance Agencies

When it comes to attracting and retaining top talent, benefits such as medical, life and disability insurance are key. 

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February 25, 2025

Gov Signs Paid Sick Leave, Minimum Wage Bills

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed legislation before noon Friday preserving a special tipped minimum wage and revamping the state's new paid sick leave policy, marking the end of this chapter of policies originally pushed by progressive …

February 25, 2025

Hertel Wins MDP Chair, Dems Express Frustrations Toward The Party Itself

(DETROIT) – Democrats waited in line for as long as two hours to attend their state convention Saturday, where former state Sen. Curtis Hertel Jr. won an uncontested race for chair. But throughout the congested …

February 24, 2025

The Small Business Briefing – February 24, 2025

Catch up on the latest legislative issues and updates impacting Michigan small businesses.

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February 23, 2025

Updated Minimum Wage Schedule

Effective February 21, 2025 here is the new minimum wage schedule in Michigan.

Dianne Hartwell, featured on the Small Business Weekly podcast

February 22, 2025

Relationships and Community Involvement as a Business Success Strategy

On this week's SBAM Weekly Podcast, Michael Rogers talks with Dianne Hartwell, president of Little Blessings Childcare and a member of the SBAM Board of Directors.

February 21, 2025

Amended Earned Sick Time Act Update

This article has been updated on February 22, 2025 in accordance with newly released FAQs by the Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity. Governor Whitmer signed HB 4002 into law […]

February 20, 2025

Partnering with the Michigan Black Business Alliance: Advocating for Small Businesses Across Michigan

As we celebrate Black History Month, we are proud to highlight our valued partner, the Michigan Black Business Alliance (MBBA). Our collaboration with MBBA is a testament to our shared commitment to advocating for small …

February 19, 2025

Small Business Opinion: The Earned Sick Time Act is A Tough Pill for Businesses to Swallow

By Patti Eisenbraun In 1993, my husband and I embarked on a journey that combined our passion for home-brewing with a love for exploring local breweries during our vacations. Back […]

February 19, 2025

New Update on the Corporate Transparency Act

Small business owners must once again take note of shifting compliance requirements regarding the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA). Late Tuesday, February 18, 2025, a District Judge in Texas lifted a […]

February 18, 2025

Senate Passes 50% Tipped Wage In 2031, Most Dems Said No

The Senate passed a bill that will gradually bring the tipped wage for waitstaff and other service industry workers up to 50 percent of the minimum wage beginning in 2031, about six years from now.