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Michigan gets mediocre rating for economic freedom in new study by Fraser Institute

One almost universal truth when it comes to the worldwide economy is that more economic freedom generally leads to greater prosperity.

By Caleb Lombardo | Feb 17, 2021

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Google is going to court as Michigan and Wisconsin AGs file federal antitrust suit

The business practices of Google have caught the eyes of Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel and Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul, who found them exclusionary, resulting in a lawsuit alleging violations of the federal antitrust laws, according to Michigan.gov.

By Michael Pineda | Jan 21, 2021

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Nessel issued a consumer alert on toy safety for parents

By James Ledbetter | Dec 28, 2020

As parents across Michigan were busy purchasing toys for their kids over the holidays, Attorney General Dana Nessel issued a consumer alert on toy safety so parents would be aware of the potential hazards, according to Michigan.gov.

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Residents and media call on Whitmer to explain confusing logic of executive orders

By Caleb Lombardo | Nov 23, 2020

In an effort to curb the spread of COVID-19 in Michigan in the midst of rising cases and hospitalizations, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer recently announced a new round of restrictions on businesses and gatherings in the state.

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Michigan Restaurant & Lodging Association responds to state order on contact tracing

By Abigael Litao | Nov 7, 2020

The latest state mandate on COVID-19 may lead to business closures and lost jobs, according to a group that represents Michigan's hospitality industry.

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New executive order from Whitmer targets stressed agricultural community

By Matt Koehler | Aug 27, 2020

A new executive order issued through the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS), which concerns migrant workers in the farm and food-processing industry, has been met with sharp criticism from Rep. Pauline Wendzel (R-Watervliet).

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LaSata introduces bill to remedy shoreline erosion along Great Lakes

By Mary Lou Lang | Jul 29, 2020

Sen. Kim LaSata (R-Bainbridge Township) has introduced a bill to address beach nourishment along the Great Lakes after a recent tour of the shoreline of Lake Michigan to see the local erosion.

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Griffin's accident victim bill signed into law, covering chiropractic services

By James Ledbetter | Jul 17, 2020

Rep. Beth Griffin (R-Mattawan) spearheaded a recent proposal for accident victims that was signed into law, according to Michigan House Republicans.

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Nesbitt throws his support behind bill to protect senior citizen lives

By Michael Pineda | Jul 6, 2020

Efforts to protect the elderly population in nursing homes and long-term care facilities have moved forward in the Michigan Senate with passage of Senate Bill 956.

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Senate committee considers LaSata's tasting room and PGA bills

By John Suayan | Jul 1, 2020

State Sen. Kim LaSata (R-Bainbridge Township) announced that the Senate Committee on Regulatory Reform took up her bill to fix an unintended consequence of tasting room legislation from last session.

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Rep. Beth Griffin votes to end Gov. Whitmer's state of emergency

By Elle Johnson | Jun 1, 2020

After Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer extended the state of emergency without approval from the state Legislature, Rep. Beth Griffin (R-Mattawan) chose to vote in favor of ending Michigan's state of emergency, according to Michigan House Republicans.

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Gov. Whitmer vetoes bill attempting to save schools from high construction costs

By Andrew Giermak | Mar 4, 2020

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer vetoed legislation meant to exempt structures made for sporting events at K-12 schools-- such as press boxes and ticket booths at football stadiums-- from some construction code requirements.

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Auto insurance reforms take effect in Michigan

By Michael Carroll | 5 years ago

Hundreds of new state laws took effect across the nation this week, including minimum wage increases, new internet privacy rules, gun-related regulations, marijuana legalization and new tests on whether workers can be classified as independent contractors.