From the MEDC to Payroll Tax Credits: The Latest on Economic Development Policy From Lansing
November 21, 2025The debate over future economic development in Lansing continues with far-reaching implications for business. Read on.
Nov. 21, 2025 | This Week in Government: Progress on Education, Growing People’s Income Levels Are Key to Helping Drive Improved Health Outcomes
November 21, 2025A new CRC report and a $250,000 grant for the state’s universities and community colleges among the top Michigan Capitol…
Chamber Champions Permitting Reform, Opposes Costly UIA Waiver
November 14, 2025The Detroit Regional Chamber submitted support for SB 279, which would establish the Office of Business Permitting Support, making it…
Nov. 14, 2025 | This Week in Government: House GOP Unveils Plan to Create Tax Credit for Job Creation, Rollup MEGA Credits
November 14, 2025Economic development, job creation, Unemployment benefits are among the top Michigan Capitol headlines in Gongwer News Service.
Chamber Backs Historic AI Project, Cites Economic Growth and Ratepayer Protections
November 7, 2025The Detroit Regional Chamber has submitted a formal letter of support to the Michigan Public Service Commission (MPSC) for contracts…
Nov. 7, 2025 | This Week in Government: Sheffield Victorious in Detroit, Will Become City’s First Female Mayor
November 7, 2025Detroit’s new Mayor-elect, Mary Sheffield, and the Michigan Reconnect program are among the top Michigan Capitol headlines in Gongwer News…
Chamber Congratulates Mayor-elect Sheffield, Elected Detroit City Council Members
November 5, 2025The Detroit Regional Chamber congratulates Mary Sheffield on her election as the next Mayor of Detroit. Learn more.
Oct. 31, 2025 | This Week in Government | Michigan’s Legislative Standoff, Pandemic Debt Reckoning, and Historic Tech Investment For Michigan
October 31, 2025A new statewide voter poll and an earmarks transparency bill are among the top Michigan Capitol headlines in Gongwer News…
Chamber Supports HB 4816 to Fuel Startups, Opposes New Water and Energy Fees
October 30, 2025The Chamber submitted support for Michigan House Bill 4816, legislation that directly tackles this challenge by unlocking private capital to…
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Gov. Gretchen Whitmer on Stargate Announcement from OpenAI, Oracle, and Related Digital Creating Thousands of Jobs, Largest Investment in Michigan History
October 30, 2025On Oct. 30, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s office announced that Artificial Intelligence giant OpenAI, creator of ChatGPT, and partners, including Oracle…
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