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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.

By J. F. Curtis | Oct 16, 2025

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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.

By L. A. Kennedy | Oct 16, 2025

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Michigan secures $8 million federal grant for shipbuilding workforce training

By J. F. Curtis | Oct 16, 2025

Michigan has received an $8 million federal grant to help train workers for shipbuilding and maritime manufacturing jobs, according to an announcement from Governor Gretchen Whitmer and the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity (LEO).

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U.S. Chamber seeks business input on new $100,000 H-1B visa fee

By L. A. Kennedy | Oct 16, 2025

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 Rehabilitation Services honors advocates during annual Champion Awards ceremony

By J. F. Curtis | Oct 16, 2025

Fourteen individuals and four businesses in Michigan were recognized for their commitment to supporting people with disabilities at the 17th annual Michigan Rehabilitation Services (MRS) Champion Awards ceremony.

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State launches MI Hub to connect manufacturers with $17 million in grants and loans

By L. C. Betz | Oct 16, 2025

Launched in June 2025, the MI Hub for Manufacturers, an initiative of the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity’s Community & Worker Economic Transition Office, has become a resource for more than 100 manufacturers across the state.

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Michigan invests $2 million in regional projects to address workforce needs

By L. A. Kennedy | Oct 15, 2025

The Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity (LEO) and the Michigan Workforce Development Board have allocated $2 million in grants to support regional workforce initiatives across the state.

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Mackinac Center promotes Cami Pendell to vice president for government affairs

By L. A. Kennedy | Oct 13, 2025

Cami Pendell has been promoted to vice president for government affairs at the Mackinac Center for Public Policy.

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MiSTEM opens new robotics practice facility in Ludington with support from regional partners

By J. F. Curtis | Oct 10, 2025

The MiSTEM Network’s Region 9 team marked the opening of a new robotics practice facility in Ludington, Michigan, aiming to improve access and equity for FIRST Robotics teams in West Central Michigan.

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Mackinac Center challenges SEIU unionization of Michigan home care providers

By J. F. Curtis | Oct 9, 2025

The Mackinac Center for Public Policy has raised concerns about the recent unionization of Michigan home care providers, questioning the validity of an election in which only 4,205 out of roughly 32,000 eligible caregivers voted to join SEIU...

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Michigan Chamber urges swift resolution as federal government shutdown continues

By L. A. Kennedy | Oct 9, 2025

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

By L. A. Kennedy | Oct 9, 2025

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 state budget expands school safety measures and support for pregnant women

By J. F. Curtis | Oct 8, 2025

More children in Michigan will have access to safer schools and healthy meals, and pregnant women will receive more support, following the signing of the new state budget for the 2025–2026 fiscal year.

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Michigan highlights workforce initiatives during National Manufacturing Week

By L. A. Kennedy | Oct 6, 2025

Michigan is marking National Manufacturing Week by highlighting the importance of its manufacturing sector and workforce development efforts.

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ACLU files lawsuit challenging ICE detention policy affecting Michigan residents

By L. C. Betz | Oct 2, 2025

The ACLU of Michigan has filed a federal lawsuit seeking the immediate release or bond hearings for eight individuals detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), including a father with leukemia whose medical treatment has been...

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Michigan launches first community growth academy cohort focused on economic transition

By L. C. Betz | Sep 29, 2025

The Michigan Community & Worker Economic Transition Office has chosen 10 organizations to participate in the first Community Growth Academy.

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Michigan lawmakers reach tentative state budget deal with increased business taxes

By J. F. Curtis | Sep 26, 2025

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

By J. F. Curtis | Sep 24, 2025

President Trump has signed a presidential proclamation imposing a $100,000 fee on new H-1B visa petitions.

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ACLU of Michigan issues guidance urging state police agencies not to enforce federal immigration laws

By L. A. Kennedy | Sep 24, 2025

The ACLU of Michigan and the Michigan Immigrant Rights Center (MIRC) have distributed legal guidance to law enforcement agencies across Michigan, advising them on their responsibilities regarding immigration enforcement.

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Chamber advocates for postmark rule in Michigan property tax payments

By J. F. Curtis | Sep 16, 2025

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.