Governmental Affairs: April 24, 2015
Annual legislative reception another success
Michigan Retailers Association held its annual legislative reception on Tuesday and had excellent attendance. Thirty-two legislators attended, including Speaker of the House Kevin Cotter and Senate Minority Leader Jim Ananich,
Governmental Affairs: March 27, 2015
Legislators leave for two-week break
Legislators are on a two-week break, starting today. Accordingly, MRA will not send a Government Affairs News update until after legislators return on April 14.
Governmental Affairs: March 13, 2015
Gov. Snyder’s energy message focuses on the future
Gov. Snyder released a special message on energy today focusing on renewable energy and reducing energy waste. The governor said he could support expanding Michigan’s renewable energy portfolio standard for utilities to 24% by 2025.