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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.

Capitol Connection Newsletter: June 13, 2023

By growthzone | June 13, 2023 | Comments Off on Capitol Connection Newsletter: June 13, 2023

In This Issue Poll Identifies Public Safety as the Most Important Issue Among City of Lansing Voters A poll commissioned by Advance Greater Lansing shows that public safety is the leading concern among voters in the city of Lansing. The poll of citizens who are likely to vote in the 2023 Lansing City Council election…

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Capitol Connection Newsletter: May 9, 2023

By growthzone | May 10, 2023 | Comments Off on Capitol Connection Newsletter: May 9, 2023

In This Issue MDOT Construction UpdateAs we move into another year of economic recovery and growth, it’s important to stay informed about the state of our transportation infrastructure and how it affects our businesses and communities. That’s why we’re excited to invite you to a virtual construction update by the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) on…

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Capitol Connection Newsletter: April 11, 2023

By growthzone | April 17, 2023 | Comments Off on Capitol Connection Newsletter: April 11, 2023

In This Issue MDOT Construction Update for LRCC Members Great Lakes Michigan Job Coalition Pushes Great Lakes Tunnel Project to Resume State Income Tax to Decrease for One Year  MDOT Construction Update for LRCC Members As we move into another year of economic recovery and growth, it’s important to stay informed about the state of…

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Capitol Connection Newsletter: March 14, 2023

By growthzone | March 19, 2023 | Comments Off on Capitol Connection Newsletter: March 14, 2023

In This Issue: Right-to-Work Tax Relief Legislation Signed $3.9 Billion More Needed to Fix MI Roads FY24 Community Funding Projects Submitted FTC Non-Competes Proposal Federal Permitting Reform Right-to-Work The Michigan House of Representatives passed legislation last week and will likely take up in the Michigan Senate this week bills pertaining to repealing Right-to-Work and restoring…

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Capitol Connection Newsletter: Feb. 21, 2023

By growthzone | February 21, 2023 | Comments Off on Capitol Connection Newsletter: Feb. 21, 2023

In This Issue: Gov. Whitmer Executive Budget FY24 I-496 Construction Update The Corporate Transparency Act Explained 2023 LRCC Policy Priority Focus Areas Gov. Whitmer Executive Budget FY24 Governor Whitmer and Budget Director Chris Harkins presented the governor’s executive budget recommendations for the 2023-24 fiscal year. The proposed budget is $79 billion. Of the $79.4 billion in…

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Capitol Connection Newsletter: Jan. 31, 2023

By growthzone | January 31, 2023 | Comments Off on Capitol Connection Newsletter: Jan. 31, 2023

In This Issue: 2023 Policy Priority Focus Areas Working Families Tax Cut Passed by the State Legislature  LRCC Supports Expansion of Elliott-Larsen Civil Rights Act  2023 Policy Priority Focus Areas The Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce (LRCC) serves as the voice of business for the Greater Lansing region. Our public affairs team is focused on…

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Capitol Connection Newsletter Dec. 6, 2022

By growthzone | December 6, 2022 | Comments Off on Capitol Connection Newsletter Dec. 6, 2022

In This Issue Housing Bills Clear Legislature, Head to Governor for Signature Minimum Wage to Increase in 2023, Restaurant Workers Are Concerned Corporate Transparency Act Presidential Primary Housing Bills Clear Legislature, Head to Governor for Signature A bipartisan package of bills focused on workforce housing passed the Michigan State Senate this week and now heads…

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Capitol Connection Newsletter Nov. 29, 2022

By growthzone | November 29, 2022 | Comments Off on Capitol Connection Newsletter Nov. 29, 2022

In This Issue Election Recap – What’s Next Lansing Regional Chamber-PAC Endorsed Candidates Celebrate Election Night Success Key Candidates Serving in Leadership Roles Federal Update Election Recap – What’s Next Now that the 2022 general election is a few weeks behind us, we wanted to provide you key highlights important to our region. Governor Gretchen…

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Capitol Connection Newsletter Oct. 11, 2022

By growthzone | October 12, 2022 | Comments Off on Capitol Connection Newsletter Oct. 11, 2022

In This Issue: Four Weeks Until the General Election Help Us Make Sure Our Candidates Win on Nov. 8 Tri-County Public Transit Agencies Launch Unprecedented Partnership to Enhance Regional Mobility Capital Region International Airport Awarded Economic Development Grant Four Weeks Until the General Election We are officially four weeks away from the Nov. 8 general…

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Capitol Connection Newsletter: Aug. 9, 2022

By growthzone | August 10, 2022 | Comments Off on Capitol Connection Newsletter: Aug. 9, 2022

In This Issue: Inflation Reduction Act Rebuilding Michigan Infrastructure Projects MRA Buy Nearby Economic Analysis Downtown Lansing Two-Way Street Conversions Inflation Reduction Act The U.S. Senate passed the Inflation Reduction Act, which is meant to provide funding for clean energy investments, address healthcare costs and raises taxes. The bill heads to the U.S. House of…

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