Michigan Chamber of Commerce
Recent News About Michigan Chamber of Commerce
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Michigan Supreme Court considers changes to consumer law affecting regulated industries
The Michigan Supreme Court is considering a case that could alter how the state's consumer protection law applies to regulated businesses and professions.
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Campaign finance reports shed light on funding for Michigan ballot initiatives
The latest campaign finance reports filed in October reveal the financial dynamics and progress of several ballot initiatives currently being circulated in Michigan.
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Michigan student to compete in National Civics Bee finals in Washington, D.C
Ashley T., a ninth-grade student at Ann Arbor Huron High School, will represent Michigan in the finals of the 2025 National Civics Bee on November 11.
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Michigan House advances bills supporting small modular nuclear reactor technology
Michigan lawmakers have approved a series of bills in the House aimed at promoting small modular reactor (SMR) technology, which is seen as a new and scalable approach to nuclear energy.
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Michigan launches $500,000 grant program for small business worker safety
Small businesses in Michigan with 250 or fewer employees can now apply for grants to improve workplace safety.
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Michigan Senate considers new rules for telephone solicitation amid business concerns
A Michigan Senate committee is considering new legislation known as the Telephone Solicitation Act, which would introduce additional state-level regulations on telephone solicitation.
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More than 200 organizations, including Michigan Chamber, oppose anti-arbitration bills in Congress
More than 200 organizations, including the Michigan Chamber of Commerce, have signed a joint letter addressed to Congress voicing opposition to proposed legislation that would restrict the use of arbitration agreements.
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Michigan considers mailbox rule for property tax payments under new bill
Michigan is considering changes to how property tax payments are processed with the introduction of House Bill 4799.
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Michigan opens applications for Going PRO Talent Fund with reduced budget
Applications have opened for Michigan’s Going PRO Talent Fund, a state grant program designed to help businesses train and develop their workforce.
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Michigan Unemployment Insurance Agency to launch new employer platform in December
The Michigan Unemployment Insurance Agency (UIA) is preparing to switch from its current MiWAM system to a new platform, MiUI, in December.
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U.S. Chamber seeks business input on new $100,000 H-1B visa fee
The U.S. Chamber is considering ways to challenge a new Presidential Proclamation that imposes a $100,000 fee on H-1B visas.
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Michigan Chamber urges swift resolution as federal government shutdown continues
The federal government entered a shutdown on October 1, 2025, after Congress and the Trump Administration failed to agree on a Continuing Resolution for funding.
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Michigan legislature votes to decouple from federal tax reforms affecting business taxes
Michigan lawmakers have voted to separate the state’s tax code from several federal tax reforms included in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA).
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Michigan lawmakers reach tentative state budget deal with increased business taxes
On Thursday night, Michigan legislative leaders and the Governor announced a tentative agreement on the 2025–26 state budget.
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Trump administration sets $100K fee for new H-1B visa applications
President Trump has signed a presidential proclamation imposing a $100,000 fee on new H-1B visa petitions.
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Chamber advocates for postmark rule in Michigan property tax payments
The House Finance Committee recently began hearings on HB4799, known as the Post Mark Bill, which seeks to amend the General Property Tax Act in Michigan.