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The state of Michigan can do better when it comes to raising the bar on K-12 public education, as Business Leaders For Michigan’s Jeff Donofrio, Michigan Chamber of Commerce’s Jim Holcomb, and Marvin Beatty, of Hollywood Casino at Greektown, discuss on this week’s show.
The Michigan Chamber released the following statement from Wendy Block, senior VP of business advocacy, on the third-party Milliman, Inc. report issued by the Michigan Department of Insurance and Financial Services (DIFS) as requested by the State Legislature analyzing the impact of the state’s 2019 auto insurance reforms:
“This new analysis confirms that Michigan’s bipartisan no-fault insurance reforms are delivering real, measurable savings for drivers and employers. The data shows these smart, consumer-focused reforms expanded choice, lowered costs and strengthened the market. While costs have come down, the report also rightly notes that more can – and should – be done to improve auto insurance affordability. Reducing these costs remains critical for Michigan families, talent attraction and retention and our overall economy.”
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Nov. 17, 2025 – Michigan’s next governor will need to turn around the state with unifying and decisive leadership on education, talent and competitiveness, a leading business group says.
Business Leaders for Michigan on Monday is releasing a plan for how the winner of the 2026 gubernatorial election can boost the state’s economic performance and increase prosperity.
Lansing, MICH (Nov. 12, 2025) – Leading Michigan business and policy organizations today launched the Michigan Alliance for Legal Reform, a new, broad-based coalition dedicated to reining in lawsuit abuse and restoring balance and fairness in Michigan’s legal system.
The Alliance’s members represent over 30 – and growing – influential statewide associations and employers, including the Michigan Chamber of Commerce, Michigan Farm Bureau, Michigan Manufacturers Association, Michigan Realtors, Michigan Retailers, and the Small Business Association of Michigan. Together, they’re pushing for legislative solutions that align Michigan with national best practices and strengthen economic competitiveness. (Full list below).
Nov. 10, 2025 – Michigan’s legislature has enacted 30 bills through October 20 this year, marking a dramatic decline in productivity compared to previous years’ legislative output.
Oct. 3, 2025
Leading Michigan business organizations – including Detroit Regional Chamber, Grand Rapids Chamber, the Michigan Chamber of Commerce, Michigan Manufacturers Association, and the Small Business Association of Michigan – today issued the following joint statement regarding the Legislature’s passage of the Fiscal Year 25-26 State Budget and action to separate Michigan from recent federal tax reforms.