How does a bill become a law?
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How do we develop new legislation? Let’s describe the process – and the important role MRA members play.
STEP 1: IDENTIFYING CHALLENGES
The process to change or make a new law really starts with you.
Price gouging and drug price transparency
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House committee tackles drug pricing
The House Health Policy Committee started work on legislation that would require drug manufacturers to file an annual report detailing their expenses related to producing drugs that cost $10,000 or more for an annual course of treatment.
Gov’t Affairs News: November ballot could be crowded
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November ballot could see many proposals that impact retailers
While it’s still early in the year, MRA has been keeping a close eye on several proposed ballot proposals including two that would raise Michigan’s minimum wage to $12 an hour and mandate paid leave policies.