(LANSING, Mich.) – The Michigan Chamber released the following statement in response to the Michigan Senate’s passage of legislation (Senate Bill 40 and House Bill 5827) today to drastically increase UI benefits – and costs to employers, who fund 100% of the cost of the UI system.

The MI SUCCESS Coalition, a growing new coalition representing multiple environmental, labor, manufacturing, and energy entities – including the Michigan Chamber – today announced its support of newly introduced legislation that will position Michigan as a national leader in the use of safe, high-tech carbon capture and storage technology (CCUS).

(LANSING, Mich.) – The Michigan Chamber of Commerce today released the following statements regarding the preliminary results from the Nov. 5 general election.

“We look forward to putting the divisive and polarizing November elections behind us and focusing on the work important to our state’s shared future – starting with the impending Lame Duck legislative session,” said Jim Holcomb, president & CEO. “There are a number of pending issues that could positively – or negatively – impact whether the Great Lakes State is an attractive place to grow jobs, population and prosperity. Together, we can build a stronger Michigan for all.”

“It’s time for our elected leaders to come together and commit to pragmatic problem solving to address the key challenges facing Michigan – beginning with passing bipartisan legislation to make the Supreme Court’s decision on paid sick time and minimum wage more workable for workers and businesses alike,” said Wendy Block, senior VP of business advocacy. “We’re ready to roll up our sleeves and get to work.”

Holcomb and Block also thanked all candidates up and down the ballot who put themselves out there in the spirit of public service.

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[Oct. 15, 2024, Lansing, MICH]— The National Civics Bee will be back and expanding in Michigan for 2025, the Michigan Chamber Foundation proudly announced today. The Bee is an initiative aimed at encouraging more young Americans to engage in civics and contribute to their communities.

• The National Civics Bee is returning and expanding across Michigan for 2025
• The Michigan Chamber Foundation, along with 10 local chambers, will host 2025 community, statewide Bees to encourage informed, active citizens and spur community engagement
• All Michigan 6th, 7th and 8th graders from any public, private, charter, or home schools are eligible to participate
• Essay portal now open! Students submit essays between Oct. 15, 2024 and Feb. 4, 2025
• Plymouth-Canton Community Schools student Evan Zhen to represent Michigan at national competition Nov. 12 in Washington, D.C. and chance to win up to $50K

The Michigan Chamber of Commerce today announced its backing of candidates Andrew Fink and Patrick William (“Bill”) O’Grady for the Michigan Supreme Court.

The Michigan Chamber of Commerce today announced 12 new endorsements for the Michigan House for the 2024 general election.