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Loan Relief Vendors Asking Teachers For W-2s, Other Tax Info They Don't Need 

04/12/24 11:50 AM By Team MIRS - Comment(s)
Loan Relief Vendors Asking Teachers For W-2s, Other Tax Info They Don't Need 
At least one private vendor hired to assist employees access federal student loan relief is asking teachers for their W-2s, pay stubs and tax returns as part of the application process, which is not needed

U.S. DOT Establishes 2-Person Train Crew Rule Nationwide, MI Has Its Own Bills 

04/04/24 10:52 AM By Team MIRS - Comment(s)
U.S. DOT Establishes 2-Person Train Crew Rule Nationwide, MI Has Its Own Bills 
The U.S. Department of Transportation announced Tuesday it will be enforcing a two-person crew mandate for railroad operations. Michigan's lawmakers have attempted to establish a similar requirement within the state, but legislation has sat dormant for a year.

Concern After Cattle Herd Catches Avian Flu 

04/01/24 11:36 AM By Team MIRS - Comment(s)
Concern After Cattle Herd Catches Avian Flu 
A herd of dairy cattle in Montcalm County was found to have contracted the highly pathogenic avian influenza, according to the Department of Agriculture and Rural Development.

$160 M In Economic Impact Estimated For NFL Draft

03/25/24 11:15 AM By Team MIRS - Comment(s)
$160 M In Economic Impact Estimated For NFL Draft
Visit Detroit President Claude Molinari said he expects an economic impact of around $160 to $170 million from hosting the 2024 National Football League (NFL) Draft,

36 Percent Payday Loan Cap Approved By Senate

03/15/24 10:45 AM By Team MIRS - Comment(s)
36 Percent Payday Loan Cap Approved By Senate
Payday loan operators in Michigan could not charge customers more than a 36 percent annual interest rate under legislation the Senate approved Thursday, 24-13.
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