The Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce (LRCC) Capitol Connection Newsletter is a monthly email that provides policy, legislative and political updates from the LRCC public affairs department.
In this Issue Local Updates Rebuild Lansing Lansing, as our capital city, serves as the core of our region. It’s a vibrant hub with immense potential, and now, more than ever, our city officials have a unique opportunity to strategically invest in its long-term strength. Working collaboratively, business and labor joined forces with state officials…
Read More2024 starts with an amazing and potentially transformational opportunity for the city of Lansing’s elected leaders to rebuild Lansing and invest in our shared mid-Michigan community
Read MoreThe Lansing Regional Chamber Capitol Connection Newsletter provides policy, legislative and political updates from the LRCC public affairs department.
Read MoreIn This Issue First Annual Lansing Economic & Fiscal Outlook Event Recap Michigan State University Extension, Martin Commercial Properties, and the Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce held our first annual Lansing Regional Economic and Fiscal Outlook. Key takeaways include: The presentation PowerPoint slides is available here. Business Groups Launch Great Lakes Growth Coalition Michigan job creators…
Read MoreFor the very first time in history, the United Auto Workers (UAW) union has initiated simultaneous strikes against all three major automakers, as they were unable to reach an agreement on a new contract before the Thursday 11:59 p.m. deadline.
Read MoreWatch the video update from Steve Japinga, senior vice president of public affairs, Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce (LRCC), to learn more about the LRCC’s advocacy and legislative efforts highlighted in this month’s Capitol Connection Newsletter
Read MoreIn 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…
Read MoreIn 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…
Read MoreIn 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…
Read MoreIn 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…
Read MoreIn This Issue: LRCC and Regional Partners Request Help for Downtown Lansing U.S. Chamber of Commerce launches LetsRebuildAmerica.com Downtown Lansing Receives Support From Michigan Economic Development Corporation Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Funding Documents Current State Legislation Waverly Pathway Project LRCC And Regional Partners Request Help For Downtown Lansing The Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce (LRCC) sent…
Read MoreIn This Issue: 2022 Policy Priority Focus Areas General Motors Picks Delta Township for New EV Plant Project Downtown Lansing Receives Support From Michigan Economic Development Corporation 2022 State of the State Address Lansing City Council First Ward Update Winning Michigan Jobs 2021 Policy Priorities and Positive Outcomes 2022 Policy Priority Focus Areas The Lansing…
Read MoreIn This Issue: 2021 Policy Priorities and Positive Outcomes In the News 2021 Policy Priorities and Positive Outcomes While 2021 remains just as unique and unpredictable as 2020, the LRCC’s government relations team has been serving its essential role of supporting and advocating on issues important to you. Below you will find the policy priorities…
Read MoreIn This Issue: Winning Michigan Jobs December is Career Exploration and Awareness Month in Michigan $400 Per Vehicle Announced in Auto Insurance Refunds 2021 MNRTF Development Project Recommendations Announced Winning Jobs Michigan The Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce (LRCC) joined over 20 organizations and leaders throughout the state as part of the Winning Michigan Jobs…
Read MoreIn This Issue: Infrastructure Bill Signed Into Law, What Now? MDHHS Issues Mask Advisory for Holiday Season Infrastructure Bill Signed into Law, What Now? Last week, President Biden signed the Bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. This legislation represents over a decade of hard work, and it will bring billions in desperately needed investment for…
Read MoreIn This Issue: What’s Going on in Congress Michigan State Budget Signed Lansing City Pulse – The Jobs Issue Michigan Sees Strong Q2 Growth What’s Going on in Congress Currently, Congress is debating whether to tie two separate pieces of legislation, the infrastructure bill and the reconciliation bill, together or not. The LRCC has been…
Read MoreIn This Issue: The American Rescue Plan Governor Whitmer FY22 State Budget Overview RELAUNCH Greater Lansing Vaccine Toolkit The American Rescue Plan President Joe Biden signed into law the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 on March 11. The $1.9 trillion package aims to provide COVID-19 related-relief to businesses, individuals, unemployed, schools, public health, and…
Read MoreIn This Issue: Governor Announces Ease on COVID-19 Business Restrictions Business Groups to Gov. Whitmer re. Restaurant Reopening COVID-19 Relief Package Approved by State Legislature, Heads to Governor for Final Approval Lansing Chamber Continues to Push to Ease Restrictions on Office Work Chip-In So We Can Elect Business Friendly Candidates In the News Governor Announces…
Read MoreIn This Issue: Joint Letter to Gov. Whitmer from Chamber, Mayor Schor & Downtown Lansing, Inc. Michigan’s Child Care Coalition  Letter to the Michigan Department of Education Lansing Regional Chamber Joins Coalition for the Great Start Readiness Program Lt. Governor Gilchrist Meets with Chamber Members Joint Letter to Governor Whitmer from Lansing Regional Chamber, Mayor…
Read MoreIn This Issue: 2020 Chamber Policy Successes 2021 Chamber Policy Priorities Welcome Mark Blinn 2021 Election Focus: Lansing and East Lansing 2020 Chamber Policy Successes There is no doubt that 2020 was a challenging year with COVID-19, along with a tough political cycle. However, your LRCC’s government affairs team served its essential role of supporting…
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