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September 2011
Michigan Chamber Endorses Efforts to Modernize Workers' Compensation Law
September 27
The Michigan Chamber today announced its support for House Bill 5002, legislation which will update, reform and modernize key areas of the Michigan’s Workers’ Compensation Act (“Act”).
Michigan Chamber Board Elects Officers for 2012
September 22
The Michigan Chamber Board of Directors elected new officers to its Executive Committee at a meeting held this week at the MSU Kellogg Center in East Lansing. The Executive Committee and Board of Directors of the Michigan Chamber set policy and establish priorities for the statewide business organization on key economic issues that affect job creation and business growth in Michigan.
BREAKING NEWS...Michigan Chamber Board Votes to Support New International Trade Crossing
September 21
The Michigan Chamber Board of Directors yesterday (Sept. 20) voted to support Governor Rick Snyder's proposal to build a New International Trade Crossing as well as a comprehensive statewide transportation investment plan. Read more about it in The Detroit News.
Jennifer Hoff Joins Michigan Chamber Business Advocacy Team
September 16
Jennifer Hoff will join the Michigan Chamber's Business Advocacy Team as Grassroots Action Coordinator, beginning September 19.
“We are pleased to have Jen join the team,” said Michigan Chamber President & CEO Rich Studley. “With a strong background in communications and state government, we believe Jen will be a great asset for Chamber members.”
Michigan Needs More Business Tax Reform
September 15
So wrote Tricia Kinley, Senior Director of Tax & Budget Reform for the Michigan Chamber, in a commentary published in The Detroit News. In her viewpoint, Kinley notes: "Significant work remains...to create a simple and fair tax system that promotes economic growth. In particular, Michigan's personal property tax, which taxes business equipment and machinery, remains a significant barrier to moving Michigan forward.
Michigan Chamber Responds to Gov. Snyder's Special Message on Health Care
September 14
The following statement was issued today by Rich Studley, President and CEO, Jim Holcomb, Senior Vice President of Business Advocacy and Associate General Counsel, and Wendy Block, Director of Health Policy and Human Resources for the Michigan Chamber of Commerce, in response to Governor Snyder’s special health care message.
Statement from Rich Studley:
Michigan Chamber President & CEO Rich Studley Discusses Personal Property Tax Reform, Recall Efforts on WJR
September 14
Wednesday, Sept. 14 -- Chamber President & CEO Rich Studley today discussed Personal Property Tax reform and the current union-driven efforts to recall lawmakers on The Frank Beckmann Show, which airs weekdays from 9:00 a.m. - Noon on WJR 760-AM, Detroit. The Frank Beckmann Show was aired live today from the State Capitol in Lansing. Click here to listen to the interview.
Listen to Michigan Chamber President & CEO Rich Studley Discuss Recalls, the New International Trade Crossing and More on MIRS Monday Podcast
September 12
Michigan Chamber President & CEO Rich Studley joined MIRS Monday Podcast publisher John T. Reurink in a conversation covering the current union-driven efforts to recall lawmakers, the New International Trade Crossing (NITC) debate, and what the Legislature could be tackling in upcoming months. The podcast was recorded on Sept. 12 is approximately 12 minutes long. The podcast is available here: http://www.mirsnews.podbean.com/
Michigan Chamber Releases Study Showing the Need for Signficant Reforms to Protect State's No-Fault Auto Insurance System
September 8
The Michigan Chamber of Commerce today released a study showing significant reforms are needed to protect Michigan’s valued no-fault automobile insurance system from collapse and keep premiums competitive with other states.
State Supreme Court to Hear Arguments on Gov. Rick Snyder's Tax Overhaul This Week
September 6
Tuesday, Sept. 6 -- A brief filed by the Michigan Chamber of Commerce, the Michigan Bankers Association and the Michigan Retailers Association says given Michigan’s aging population, the failure to tax pension income in the future would have a “major impact” on revenue. Capturing that revenue to provide business tax relief is a “rational policy decision.” Read more in an article published by The Saginaw News.
