Business Leaders for Michigan today released its updated benchmarking report comparing Michigan’s performance against the Top 10 states.
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Michigan employers won’t need to mandate vaccine-or-testing after Supreme Court ruling
Big Michigan businesses do not need to require workers be vaccinated against COVID-19 or submit to regular weekly testing after a U.S. Supreme Court ruling Thursday that prevents the Biden administration’s sweeping regulation from taking effect. But state health care facilities that receive specific federal funding must comply with a vaccine mandate, the court determined in a second ruling.
Continue ReadingState of American Business is ‘Competitive’ says U.S. Chamber President
On Tuesday, Jan. 11, U.S. Chamber President and Chief Executive Officer Suzanne P. Clark shared the State of American Business. In her keynote address, Clark highlighted the innovation and resilience of American business while warning against increasing government overreach that could …
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INFORMATION POLICIES NEED TO ADAPT IN THE NEW WORKPLACE By Paul Mersino and Bernie Fuhs With employees leaving their jobs at an increased pace, many are referring to the current environment as “The Great Resignation.” This is partially due to …
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VACCINATIONS, TESTING AND REMOTE OFFICE LIFE MARIA FRACASSA DWYER MEMBER-IN-CHARGE, CLARK HILL, DETROIT OFFICE The unexpected closure of workplaces following the declaration of the coronavirus pandemic introduced Americans to a new era of remote work for employers and employees alike. …
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EMPLOYER SIZE A MAJOR FACTOR AS BUSINESS WAITS ON WASHINGTON By John Gallagher Vaccine mandates are likely to come to many Metro Detroit employers soon, if not already in place, although smaller employers, included the numerous firms with fewer than …
Continue ReadingCongresswoman Brenda Lawrence Will Not Seek Reelection
In a video released on Tuesday, Jan. 4, Congresswoman Brenda Lawrence (D-Southfield) thanked her constituents and announced that she would not be seeking a fith term in Congress. “From the Southfield Public Schools Board of Education to the Southfield City …
Continue ReadingOn-Demand Talent Maximizing the Gig Economy
By Karen Dybis If the pandemic taught companies anything, it’s that flexibility should be a core value. With ongoing labor shortages and “The Great Resignation,” experts say more businesses should look to on-demand talent help them innovate, stay nimble and …
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Helping Employers Adapt and Prepare The Detroit Regional Chamber’s 2021 Mackinac Policy Conference in September served as the most public health-conscious major event in Michigan’s history – with strict vaccine requirements, social interaction wristbands, increased outdoor programming and reduced capacity. …
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BUSINESS RESPONSE TO COVID WILL IMPACT ECONOMY FOR YEARS When COVID-19 became a reality for Americans in March 2020, nobody, including most public health officials, expected the crisis to last as long as it has. In fact, when the Chamber moved …
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