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(Source: MIRS.news, Published 05/31/2023) (MACKINAC ISLAND) – Ramping up the revitalization of brownfield and abandoned properties while creating a fund of federal money for clean energy and semiconductor projects are key efforts to Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's "Make It In Michigan" economic strategy.

Retail sales in Michigan increased significantly over March, as retailers anticipate a bright summer in sales through July, according to a Michigan Retailers Association (MRA) report Wednesday.

Senate Democrats approved legislation undoing Michigan's nearly 5-year-old "No Stricter Than Federal" statute for environmental regulations, permitting state agencies to explore more rigorous restrictions in non-emergency situations.

Movie theater patrons who’ve turned to sneaking in their snacks could get a slight reprieve under a set of bills amending sales and use tax exemptions for bottled water, candy and soft drinks, but the Michigan Chamber isn't happy.

A Senate bill creating stricter accountability practices for insurance providers hasn’t been formally introduced yet, but Michigan’s trial lawyers are already on board.