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Oct 26, 2021, 13:57 ET Michigan Chamber of Commerce Applauds House Committee Approval of Michigan Cannabis Safety Act

The Michigan Chamber of Commerce today applauded the House Regulatory Reform Committee's approval of the Michigan Cannabis Safety Act, which would...

Oct 04, 2021, 13:54 ET Michigan Chamber Voices Support for Michigan Cannabis Safety Act

The Michigan Chamber of Commerce today announced its strong support of bipartisan legislation to improve safety and ensure fairness in Michigan's...

Sep 24, 2021, 13:09 ET Sara Wurfel to join Michigan Chamber as Chief Communications & Marketing Officer

In another move to round out its team and advance efforts on behalf of Michigan's job providers, communities and families, the Michigan Chamber today ...

Sep 10, 2021, 13:51 ET Michigan Chamber Statement on Biden's Proposed COVID-19 Vaccine Mandate

The Michigan Chamber issued the following statement in response to the Biden Administration's announcement that it will pursue a new Occupational...

Sep 10, 2021, 12:55 ET Leah Robinson Joins the Michigan Chamber as Director of Tax Policy & Legislative Affairs

The Michigan Chamber announces the appointment of Leah Robinson as Director of Tax Policy & Legislative Affairs. She is also responsible for...

Aug 17, 2021, 15:45 ET Press Call with U.S. Chamber, Michigan Chamber, Battle Creek Area Chamber, and Grand Rapids Chamber on Need for Federal Infrastructure Action

Tomorrow, August 18 at 11am ET, leaders from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, Michigan Chamber of Commerce, Battle Creek Area Chamber of Commerce, and...

Jun 24, 2021, 16:29 ET Chamber Heralds Huge Bipartisan Win For Taxpayers

Yesterday, the Michigan Senate put the Legislature's final stamp of approval on legislation that will save Michigan taxpayers nearly $200 million per ...

Jun 24, 2021, 16:26 ET MI Chamber Applauds House and Senate for Passing Bill to end Supplemental Federal Unemployment Payments and get Michiganders Back to Work, Continues to Urge Governor to Sign

On the heels of the Michigan House passing legislation last week to end the extra $300 in federal unemployment benefits and get Michiganders back to...

Jun 17, 2021, 18:52 ET The Michigan Chamber Applauds House Vote to End Federal Unemployment Benefits, Get Michiganders Back to Work

The Michigan Chamber issued the following statement in response to the vote by the Michigan House today to end the Federal Pandemic Unemployment...

Jun 01, 2021, 09:07 ET The Michigan Chamber, The Voice Of Business In Lansing

Michigan Chamber of Commerce, once again, is ranked the Most Effective Membership Lobbying Organization in Lansing by Michigan's Independent Source...

May 20, 2021, 19:49 ET Michigan Chamber Encouraged With News That Permanent MIOSHA Rules Will Finally Be Withdrawn

The Michigan Chamber expressed optimism over an agreement announced today by legislative leaders and the Governor to withdraw the proposed MIOSHA...

May 20, 2021, 14:28 ET Michigan Chamber Pleased That Governor Announced The Easing Of Some COVID-19 Restrictions - But Frustrated With Lack Of Action On MIOSHA Permanent Rules

The Michigan Chamber issued the following statement today in response to Governor Whitmer's anouncement that, come Monday, Michigan will begin to...

May 18, 2021, 17:04 ET ENOUGH IS ENOUGH: Michigan Chamber of Commerce Calls for Governor Whitmer to Stop the Regulatory Fiasco at MIOSHA

The Michigan Chamber of Commerce issued a statement today calling on Governor Whitmer to stop the ongoing regulatory fiasco at MIOSHA (Michigan...

May 12, 2021, 12:43 ET Three State Chambers, US And Canadian Chambers Unite: Line 5 Essential To Great Lakes Region's Energy And Economic Security, Submit Legal Arguments In Federal Court

The Michigan and Ohio Chambers of Commerce, Wisconsin Manufacturers and Commerce, and both United State and Canadian Chambers of Commerce today...

Apr 26, 2021, 08:59 ET Michigan Chamber Calls On State Department To Cancel Biased 'How To Organize Union' Seminars

In response to the Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity (LEO) and Michigan Occupational Safety and Health Administration (MIOSHA) offering...

Apr 14, 2021, 07:37 ET Business Leaders Say 'Permanent' MIOSHA COVID Rule Recommendations Are Unworkable, Push Back on Whether COVID Restrictions Should Remain In Place Indefinitely

The Michigan Chamber, Michigan Licensed Beverage Association, Michigan Manufacturers Association and Michigan Retailers Association are expressing...

Mar 11, 2021, 07:40 ET Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity Announces State Apprenticeship Expansion Grant

The Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity (LEO) has announced the Michigan Chamber of Commerce Foundation/Michigan Energy Workforce...

Mar 10, 2021, 17:59 ET Michigan Chamber Applauds House Action To Keep Chance Of Business Relief Alive

"After struggling businesses all across Michigan were at an all-time low, given Governor Whitmer's veto of much needed financial relief, the House's...

Mar 09, 2021, 15:18 ET Michigan Chamber of Commerce Denounces Governor's Veto On Significant COVID-19 Business Relief

In response to Governor Whitmer's line-item veto of key provisions in the Legislature's supplemental budget, the Michigan Chamber voiced frustration...

Mar 04, 2021, 09:15 ET Reopen Michigan Safely Coalition Calls on Whitmer to #EndTheOfficeBan on April 14th

In anticipation of the April 14th expiration of Michigan Occupational Safety and Administration (MIOSHA) emergency rules that prohibit the reopening...

Jan 27, 2021, 10:39 ET Michigan Chamber Of Commerce Announces The Appointment Of Policy Committee Chairs

The Michigan Chamber of Commerce announced the appointment of its policy advisory committee chairs for 2021-22. The new chairs will be David Cessante ...

Oct 22, 2020, 13:50 ET Michigan Chamber Applauds Enactment Of Bi-Partisan COVID-19 Business Immunity Bills

Governor Whitmer today signed legislation championed by the Michigan Chamber to specify that businesses who are following COVID-19 safety protocols...

Sep 14, 2020, 12:26 ET Michigan Chamber of Commerce Supports Bridget McCormack, Brock Swartzle and Mary Kelly for Michigan Supreme Court

The Michigan Chamber of Commerce announced today that for the two Michigan Supreme Court seats up for election this November, the Chamber is...

Jul 10, 2020, 08:08 ET Michigan Chamber Endorses 58 Business-Friendly Candidates For Michigan House Of Representatives

The Michigan Chamber of Commerce today announced their endorsement of 58 candidates seeking election to the Michigan House of Representatives in 2020....

Jul 09, 2020, 12:12 ET Michigan Chamber Endorses John James For U.S. Senate And Several Business-Friendly Candidates For U.S. House Of Representatives.

The Michigan Chamber of Commerce today announced its endorsement of John James for U.S. Senate. The Chamber also announced endorsements of several...