Capitol Connection: March 25, 2025
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 MoreU.S. Chamber of Commerce Awards Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce with 5-Star Reaccreditation
(LANSING, MI) The U.S. Chamber of Commerce has awarded the Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce (LRCC) a 5-Star reaccreditation for its sound policies, effective procedures, and positive community impact. Nationwide, only 187 chambers are accredited, with just four in Michigan. Local chambers are rated as Accredited, 3-Stars, 4-Stars, or 5-Stars. State chambers are recognized as…
Read MoreLansing Mayor Andy Schor 2025 State of the City Address
Lansing Mayor Andy Schor 2025 State of the City Address
Read MoreUpdate: Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) Reporting Requirement
Update: 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
U.S. Chamber Urges Swift End to Tariffs Set to Go into Effect; Highlights Real Harm to American Businesses, Workers, & Consumers
Read MoreLansing Regional Chamber of Commerce Joins U.S. Chamber in Supporting Extension of the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act
The Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce (LRCC) has joined the U.S. Chamber of Commerce and numerous other organizations in urging Congress to extend key provisions of the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA).
Read MoreCapitol Connection: February 25, 2025
Captiol Connection: February 25, 2025 Earned Sick Time, Minimum Wage Changes Signed by Governor: What Employers Need to Know and Do Now The Michigan Legislature passed changes to the Earned Sick Time Act (ESTA) and minimum wage law just before the February 21 deadline, with Governor Whitmer signing them into law as Public Acts 1…
Read MoreEarned Sick Time, Minimum Wage Changes Signed by Governor: What Employers Need to Know and Do Now
Just 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 MoreLansing Regional Chamber Urges State Legislature to Reach Compromise on Paid Sick Leave and Minimum Wage Laws
With the February 21 deadline rapidly approaching, the Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce (LRCC) is calling on the Michigan Legislature to reach a compromise on paid sick leave and minimum wage laws, including the restoration of the tip credit.
Read MoreSupport of the Protect Small Business from Excessive Paperwork Act of 2025
Support of the Protect Small Business from Excessive Paperwork Act of 2025
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