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July 31, 2025 – Steve Gruber delivers the Michigan Chamber Business Brief with Wendy Block, Senior VP of Business Advocacy at the Michigan Chamber. They break down the so-called “Invest in MI Kids” graduated income tax ballot proposal and provide a key mid-year legislative update on the issues shaping Michigan’s business environment.
July 30, 2025 – Ashley Tall’s journey from civics novice to state champion began with a desire to gain a deeper understanding of democracy. Now the incoming Huron High School freshman is heading to Washington, D.C. this fall to represent Michigan in the National Civics Bee Finals, where she’ll compete for a $100,000 education savings plan.
July 30, 2025 – Crain’s Detroit Business: Michigan budget picture clouded by Trump megalaw’s business tax cuts
The Michigan Chamber released the following statement as proposed ballot language from “Michiganders for Money Out of Politics (MMOP)” was posted:
“This egregious proposal appears to silence the voices of job providers and limit free speech for some while giving others, like labor unions, a free pass. That’s not just bad policy – it’s fundamentally unfair and harmful to Michigan’s future.
“Efforts to restrict free speech have repeatedly been deemed unacceptable – and this is no different. Michiganders deserves fair, open debate on issues that impact every community, every business and every worker in our state, not selective censorship that shuts out the voices of those who create jobs, drive economic growth and invest in our communities.
“The Michigan Chamber strongly opposes efforts that rig the rules to determine who can participate in the policy and political process and who can’t. As this proposal proceeds, the Chamber will continue to stand up for a level playing field and defend the rights of all Michiganders to be heard.”
July 14, 2025 – WJR Radio: Marie Osborne fills in for Kevin. Jim Holcomb, President and CEO of Michigan Chamber of Commerce, joins her as CNBC ranks Michigan Number 6 for a Top State for Business.
July 10, 2025 – WILS Radio: Becky Burtka interview – Michigan’s National Civics Bee competition