The Campaign to Fix the Debt – a national nonpartisan coalition of business leaders, elected officials, community leaders, academics, and individual citizens – officially launched its state chapter in Michigan, bringing together concerned individuals to call on lawmakers to address the ballooning national debt.
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Statement from Detroit Regional Chamber President and CEO Sandy K. Baruah on the Defeat of Proposal 6 in the November 6 Election
DETROIT, November 7, 2012 – “The truth is not a commodity. Despite the tens of millions of dollars spent on misleading campaign ads in favor of Proposal 6, the facts never changed. The New International Trade Crossing will create thousands of jobs and millions in investment…”
Continue ReadingDetroit Regional Chamber’s Political Action Committee Announces Endorsement of U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow in General Election
DETROIT, October 18, 2012 – Today, the Detroit Regional Chamber’s Political Action Committee (PAC) Board of Directors announced its endorsement of U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow in the general election in Michigan. “Debbie Stabenow has been a tremendous champion for Michigan in Congress,” said Brad Williams, vice president of government relations for the Detroit Regional Chamber.
Continue ReadingConnection Point Among Talent Partners Awarded $2.19 Million Grant to Grow Regional Contract Manufacturing Base in Southeast Michigan
DETROIT, October 11, 2012 – The Detroit Regional Chamber’s Connection Point is among partners including the Michigan Manufacturing Technology Center, National Center for Manufacturing Sciences and Workforce Intelligence Network for Southeast Michigan (WIN) that were recently awarded $2.19 million over three years through the federal Jobs and Innovation Accelerator Challenge for Advanced Manufacturing.
Continue ReadingDetroit Regional Chamber Announces 2012 Leadership Detroit Award Winners Recognizing Difference Makers
DETROIT, October 10, 2012 – Today, the Detroit Regional Chamber announces winners of the 2012 Leadership Detroit awards recognizing individuals who are creating positive change in the region. Recipients of the Inspirational Leader, Lifelong Leader and Emerging Leadership awards will be recognized at a ceremony tomorrow, October 11 from 5 to 7 p.m. on the M@dison Building rooftop in Detroit.
Continue ReadingDetroit Regional Chamber’s Political Action Committee Announces General Election Endorsements in Congressional Races
DETROIT, September 24, 2012 – Today, the Detroit Regional Chamber’s Political Action Committee (PAC) Board of Directors announced endorsements in congressional races for the general election in Michigan. “Having a strong Congressional bipartisan delegation fighting for us in Washington is crucial to maintaining Michigan’s economic recovery,” said the Chamber’s Vice President of Government Affairs Brad Williams.
Continue ReadingDetroit Regional Chamber’s Political Action Committee Announces Endorsements for the Michigan House, Supreme Court
DETROIT, September 20, 2012 – Today, the Detroit Regional Chamber’s Political Action Committee (PAC) announced endorsements for the Michigan House of Representatives and the Michigan Supreme Court for the general election. The Detroit Regional Chamber PAC Board of Directors regularly meets to identify and support pro-business candidates and policies that support the Chamber’s public policy priorities.
Continue ReadingGovernor Snyder’s Proposal Latest Step in Modernizing Health Insurance
As organizations and businesses adjust to the Affordable Care Act, Governor Rick Snyder continued his proactive approach today, unveiling a proposal to modernize health insurance regulation. The proposal ensures that the state’s largest health insurance provider – Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan (BCBSM) – is regulated like all other health insurers as federal health care reforms are implemented.
Continue ReadingDetroit Regional Chamber Partnering with ICIC to Help Urban Businesses Seeking Access to Growth Capital
DETROIT, September 11, 2012 – Today, the Detroit Regional Chamber along with partner the Initiative for a Competitive Inner City (ICIC) announced the open call for applications for the Inner City Capital Connections (ICCC) program, which educates investment-ready urban companies …
Continue ReadingFunds Exist to Perform Vital Service to U.S. Ports but 30% Spening Cut Looms
WASHINGTON, D.C., August 20, 2012 – A potential economic storm is brewing around the nation’s ports and harbors because Congress may not adequately finance vital dredging programs even though there are more than sufficient funds available. “America already faces a severe dredging crisis that undermines the effectiveness of our nation’s transportation system,” said Ed Wolking, director of the Great Lakes Metro Chambers Coalition.
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