Advocacy in Action Blog

• March 5 | This Week in Government: PPE Tax Exemption Moves to Senate; DHHS Eases COVID-19 Restrictions

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• Chamber Advocacy Leads to Passage of PPE Tax Exemptions in MI House

  The Michigan House overwhelmingly approved two bills that would exempt COVID-19 personal protection equipment and disinfecting supplies from state sales taxes on Wednesday, March 3. The Detroit Regional Chamber has been at the forefront of developing this legislation and advocating …

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• Governor Whitmer Extends Michigan’s Liquor License Renewals from April 30 to July 30

  LANSING — Governor Gretchen Whitmer today announced a three-month extension for liquor licensees to renew their 2021 licenses. The annual license renewal expiration date will be extended from April 30 to July 30 this year to assist licensees who have been …

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• Feb. 26 | This Week in Government: $2B Senate Supplemental Passes Following Contentious Floor Debate; Low Percentage of Black Michiganders Vaccinated

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• Gov. Whitmer Delivers Remarks Before U.S. Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works

  Gov. Gretchen Whitmer today delivered remarks before a virtual hearing of the United States Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works entitled, “Building Back Better: Investing in Transportation while Addressing Climate Change, Improving Equity, and Fostering Economic Growth and Innovation.” Read the testimony and view a livestream.

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