The Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce (LRCC) Capitol Connection is your go-to source for the latest policy, legislative, and political updates from the LRCC Public Affairs Department. In addition to our monthly Capitol Connection Newsletter, this page will now feature the most up-to-date news and insights to keep you informed and engaged.
Federal Affairs Ending the Tariff WarThe LRCC is working closely with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce to urge a swift end to the ongoing tariff wars, particularly those affecting our North American trade partners. The business community is increasingly alarmed by the ripple effects tariffs have on supply chains, input costs, and consumer prices. Key…
Read MoreLansing Mayor Andy Schor 2025 State of the City Address
Read MoreUpdate: Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) Reporting Requirement
Read MoreU.S. Chamber Urges Swift End to Tariffs Set to Go into Effect; Highlights Real Harm to American Businesses, Workers, & Consumers
Read MoreJust before the Feb. 21 deadline, the Michigan Legislature passed changes to the Earned Sick Time Act (ESTA) (HB 4002) and minimum wage law (SB 8) late Thursday evening. Gov. Whitmer signed the bills into law on Friday as Public Acts 1 and 2 of 2025, with an effective date of Feb. 21 at 12:02 a.m.
Read MoreSupport of the Protect Small Business from Excessive Paperwork Act of 2025
Read MoreU.S. Chamber: Tariffs are not the answer
Read MoreFirst Friday Public Affairs Update: Policy Updates Impacting Your Business
Read MoreJoin Us for LRCC Business Roundtables in February!
Read MoreA recent ruling by the U.S. Supreme Court has added a new twist to the ongoing legal challenges surrounding the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA).
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