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Capitol Connection Newsletter: Nov. 9, 2020
In This Issue: From Election Day to Inauguration Day Lansing Regional Chamber-PAC Celebrates Election Night Success From Election Day to Inauguration DayThe U.S. Chamber of Commerce put together a helpful guide outlining the process that occurs from Election Day to Inauguration Day. Election Day to Inauguration Day is available here. Lansing Regional Chamber – PAC…
Read MoreLansing Regional Chamber of Commerce Endorsed Candidates Celebrate Election Night Success
The Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce Political Action Committee (LRC-PAC) endorsed candidates were overwhelmingly successful during the Nov. 3 general election. The LRC-PAC had a 95% success rate, with 39 out of the 41 candidates endorsed winning their election during the 2020 cycle. “We are thrilled that voters in the region shared our vision to…
Read MoreLansing Business Groups Statement on 2020 Election
Today, business leaders from the Black Business Alliance of Greater Lansing, the Greater Lansing Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, and the Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce issued the following statement: “This election, tens of millions of Americans are expected to vote by mail, and it may be days or even weeks until the outcome is settled.…
Read MoreRELAUNCH Greater Lansing Task Force Launches New Website Featuring a Complete Database of COVID-19 Resources
A task force leading regional efforts to restart the economy during the COVID-19 pandemic has created a comprehensive website complete with the latest information related to COVID-19. The RELAUNCH Greater Lansing: Economic Rehabilitation Task Force has developed the website to provide the most up-to-date information to assist organizations as they continue to adjust to new…
Read MoreFormer U.S. Congressman Mike Rogers to Speak at Lansing Regional Chamber Virtual Policy Forum
What: The Lansing Regional Chamber Virtual Policy Forum will feature the Honorable Mike Rogers, former Congressman of Michigan’s 8th congressional district. With less than a week out from the November general election, Congressman Rogers will discuss national and cybersecurity, foreign policy, and the 2020 election. Who: Congressman Rogers is the Vice Chairman of the Board…
Read MoreCapitol Connection Newsletter: Oct. 10, 2020
In This Issue: LRCC Policy Forum LRC-PAC 2020 Regional Election Guide COVID-19 Business Liability Protections LRCC Policy ForumWe are excited to announce that former Congressman Mike Rogers will be our keynote speaker for the upcoming Lansing Regional Chamber Virtual Policy Forum on Wednesday, Oct. 28 at 11 a.m.!With less than a week out from the November general…
Read MoreCapitol Connection Newsletter: Sept. 30, 2020
2020 Regional Election Guide This year has been especially challenging due to the global pandemic and the shutdown of our economy. As we all continue to navigate through the ever-changing environment, it is critical to have strong partners at every level of government. The tough decisions that will have to be made require elected officials…
Read MoreCapitol Connection Newsletter: Sept. 25, 2020
In This Issue: State Budget Update Business Liability Bills PPE Tax Relief Package State Budget UpdateA revised 2021 state budget is moving forward with Governor Whitmer, the State Senate, and State House of Representatives successfully negotiating budget spending priorities. Earlier this year, there was speculation that there were possibly billions of dollars in cuts because…
Read MoreMichigan Economic Recovery Council Calls for a Sustained, Unified Response to the COVID-19 Threat
The Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce (LRCC) are members of a business advisory group that includes several regional chambers and statewide associations. This group serves in an advisory capacity to the Governor’s Michigan Economic Recovery Council (MERC). Earlier this week, the LRCC signed onto the letter below that was sent to the Governor and Legislative…
Read MoreLeading Michigan Business Organizations Ask State Leaders To Enact Smart COVID-19 Policies that Allow Michigan’s Economic Recovery to Continue
The Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce joined 14 other leading business groups in Michigan in sending the letter below to Governor Gretchen Whitmer and legislative leaders regarding enacting smart COVID-19 policies that allow Michigan’s economic recovery to continue. The Honorable Gretchen Whitmer The Honorable Mike Shirkey The Honorable Lee Chatfield On behalf of our collective…
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