Your voice in
our legislature
The Michigan Chamber Policy Advisory Committees help guide the Chamber’s agenda on subjects ranging from tax policy to health care and employment law to energy and environment. By being a chamber member, you have the opportunity to participate on a policy advisory committee and help determine the Chamber’s position on key pieces of legislation and initiatives, as well as set the Chamber’s legislative priorities.
Energy and Environment
Brings together business leaders, environmental professionals, energy experts and industry stakeholders focused on advancing policies that support economic growth and responsible environmental stewardship.
The committee evaluates legislative and regulatory proposals involving air quality, water resources, waste management, energy reliability, affordability and producton issues – all with a primary focus on state-level issues and related federal developments.
Its work focuses on promoting reliable and affordable energy and a balanced, predictable and cost-effective regulatory environment that supports business operations and investment, environmental sustainability and Michigan’s economic competitiveness.
Staff Contact:
Mike Alaimo, VP of legislative & external affairs
malaimo@michamber.com | 517-371-7673
Health, Human Resources and Talent
Brings together human resources professionals, employment attorneys, benefits specialists and business leaders focused on strengthening Michigan’s workforce and creating a competitive environment for employers and employees.
The committee evaluates legislation, regulatory proposals and emerging trends involving health care, workforce development, labor and employment law, workplace regulations and employee benefits.
Its work focuses on advancing employer flexibility, access to affordable and competitive health care and benefits, effective workplace management, and policies that strengthen Michigan’s talent pipeline and overall workforce.
Staff Contact:
Wendy Block, executive VP of business advocacy
wblock@michamber.com | 517-371-7678
Tax Policy and Economic Competitiveness
Staff Contact:
Randy Gross, general counsel
rgross@michamber.com | 517-371-766
Serving on the Michigan Chamber’s Health, Human Resources and Talent Committee for more than a decade has been both professionally valuable and personally rewarding. The committee’s deep-dive discussions on workforce policy give me an inside track on changes that could impact the employer–employee relationship. This insight helps me anticipate challenges, shape lawmakers’ perspectives and develop practical guidance my clients truly value. The exceptional leadership and diverse perspectives from across key industries make the committee a ‘must-attend’ for me.
Brings together corporate tax professionals, attorneys, CPAs, consultants and business leaders focused on advancing Michigan’s economic competitiveness through sound tax and economic policy.
The committee evaluates legislation, regulatory guidance, court decisions and emerging issues affecting Michigan employers and develops policy recommendations on business taxation and broader economic policy.
Its work focuses on promoting a fair, predictable and competitive tax environment that encourages business investment, job creation and economic growth – and strengthens Michigan’s ability to attract and retain employers.