Advocacy News – February 3, 2022
The Michigan Chamber has never been more committed to representing the interests of our member businesses in these transformational times.
Whether advocating on policies at the Capitol on your behalf or providing insight and perspective to media on the biggest issues affecting our state’s business community, we work hard to be on the job for you.
Here are some highlights of recent news articles from across the state:
Michigan’s current surpluses provide political leaders an opportunity to cut taxes, although Michigan Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Jim Holcomb hopes the governor and legislators can craft a plan that’s sustainable.
Read on for the full article and more on MI Chamber’s perspective.
- Lansing State Journal – Viewpoint: The Great Lakes Tunnel is a critical component for Michigan’s future
While the move to more renewables and cleaner energy future is important and continues, the need for the pipeline remains strong. Disrupting the safe transportation of that fuel would have a negative impact on Michigan’s economy, communities and families. That’s why labor unions and the business community have stood together now for years to back a common-sense infrastructure project that has the overwhelming support of the public, Democrats and Republicans alike. And that protects our state’s precious water resources.
Read on for the full joint viewpoint from the Michigan Chamber and the Michigan Laborers.
- WJIM Radio – MI Business Brief: Legislative and Policy Roundup with Wendy Block, VP of Business Advocacy and Member Engagement
- Detroit Free Press: Whitmer, in State of the State, says Michigan has made great strides despite pandemic (with Michigan reactions)
Jim Holcomb, president and CEO of the Michigan Chamber, said the state’s largest business group appreciates Whitmer’s focus on reinvigorating the economy and growing jobs.
Read on for the full article and more on the MI Chamber’s perspective.
“(Without this legislation …) The state’s employers will end up bearing the cost of this $249 million mistake,” said Wendy Block of the Michigan Chamber of Commerce.
Read on for the full article and more on the MI Chamber’s perspective.
- WJIM Radio – MI Business Brief: What’s on the Mind of Michigan Business with Amanda Toy, Senior Director of Corporate Sponsorships and Strategic Opportunities