MMA News | Advocacy

Asbestos Transparency Bill Signed into Law

April 17, 2018 4353

Governor Snyder signed the “Asbestos Bankruptcy Trust Claims Transparency Act” into law on Monday, 4/2/18, as Public Act 100 of 2018.
MMA Advocates for Long-Term Talent Funding

April 17, 2018 5025

The Skilled Trades Training Fund (STTF) has provided $72.9 million in competitive awards for skilled trades training. Watch for legislation to be introduced this week to codify the STTF (soon-to-be-renamed Going Pro Talent Program) and ensure employers can access this valuable resource in the future.
Governor Signs Local Employment Mandate Preemption

March 27, 2018 5161

Governor Snyder signed MMA-supported legislation to restrict the enforcement of patchwork local mandates which reduce competitiveness and create unnecessary confusion.
Anti-Competitive Tipping Tax Remains Off DEQ Budget

March 27, 2018 5525

MMA successfully halted an attempt to increase Michigan’s current $0.36/ton tipping fee to $4.75/ton, a move which would have taxed manufacturers and other businesses more than $79 million annually.
MMA Testifies in Support of Flexible Talent Development Options

March 27, 2018 5896

MMA testified before the Senate Education Subcommittee on Michigan Merit Curriculum to advocate on behalf of legislative efforts to boost manufacturing career awareness and interest.
Asbestos Transparency Bill Passes Senate

March 20, 2018 8851

The Senate overwhelmingly passed MMA-supported legislation to protect businesses against potentially frivolous asbestos lawsuits. Learn what this means for your company.
Protect Your Company and Your Employees from UI Imposter Claims

March 12, 2018 6318

Michigan continues to see an increase in imposter unemployment claims — a potentially costly threat to your bottom line and the employer-employee relationship.
Senate Committee Acts to Protect Businesses from Frivolous Asbestos Lawsuits

March 12, 2018 4499

The Senate Committee on Michigan Competitiveness continued to support protecting businesses against potentially frivolous asbestos lawsuits with approval of MMA-supported legislation.
Legislature Passes Preemption of Local Employment Mandates

March 12, 2018 4389

MMA-supported legislation to restrict the enforcement of patchwork local mandates passed the Legislature and now moves to Governor Snyder for his signature.
New Rules for Walking-Working Surfaces and Fall Protection

March 7, 2018 11344

MIOSHA has adopted major changes to its requirements for walking-working surfaces and fall protection in general industry.

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