Posts by amatelonek@lansingchamber.org
Lansing Economic Club to Host Panel with Coaches Michael Garland and Tom Izzo
The Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce a powerful panel discussion at the June Lansing Economic Club featuring former MSU Assistant Coach and Champions of the Heart founder Michael Garland and Michigan State University Men’s Basketball Head Coach Tom Izzo.
Read MoreLansing Regional Chamber of Commerce Endorses Pro-Growth Candidates in 2025 Lansing City Elections
The Lansing Regional Chamber-Political Action Committee (LRC-PAC), the political arm of the Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce, today announced their endorsements for the 2025 Lansing City Elections and outlined key priorities to build on the city’s recent economic momentum.
Read MoreBenchmarking Report Highlights Lansing’s Economic Surge and Startup Strength
he Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce (LRCC) and the Lansing Economic Area Partnership (LEAP) are pleased to introduce the 2025 State of the Region Benchmarking Report, offering a refreshed and data-driven perspective on the economic competitiveness of the Lansing region.
Read MoreCapitol Connection: April 29, 2025
Your monthly public affairs update from the Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce (LRCC), keeping you informed and connected on key policy and advocacy issues impacting our region.
Read MoreLansing Regional Chamber of Commerce Joins Over 50 Business Organizations to Relaunch the Business for Federal Research Funding Coalition
The Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce (LRCC) is pleased to announce the relaunch of the Business for Federal Research Funding (BFRF) Coalition, which currently includes over 50 chambers of commerce and business organizations in 28 states across the country – and continues to grow every day.
Read MoreCapitol Connection: April 8, 2025
Your monthly public affairs update from the Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce (LRCC), keeping you informed and connected on key policy and advocacy issues impacting our region.
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 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.
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