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Webinar: Breaking it Down - The 2026 State of the State Through a Manufacturing Lens

February 26, 2026 389

MMA's Government Affairs team hosts a member-exclusive virtual roundtable to discuss the path laid forth by Governor Gretchen Whitmer during her eighth and final State of the State address. Discover how the Governor's vision aligns with MMA's manufacturing agenda and how legislative leaders are responding.
Supreme Court Rules on Tariffs: What Comes Next for Manufacturers

February 26, 2026 586

Michigan’s manufacturing economy relies on fair, open and stable trade rules to fuel growth, support high-wage jobs, strengthen supply chains and attract long-term investment. Tariffs can be an effective and appropriate tool when used in a targeted way. However, the sweeping and continually changing tariffs implemented since April 2025 have created profound uncertainty, disrupted supply chains, increased costs and threatened our competitiveness.
Advocating for Manufacturing in a Critical Election Year

February 25, 2026 190

Elections set the structure of the government, and the structure impacts policy. Learn how manufacturers can influence the future business climate .
MMA Lawyers Committee

February 18, 2026 3172

The MMA Lawyers Committee drives MMA’s amicus curiae program, taking an active role in major court cases that may impact manufacturers. Ensures that the manufacturing community’s influential voice is heard in the judiciary branch.
MMA Food & Beverage Manufacturers Committee

February 18, 2026 3221

Connect with fellow industry leaders, discuss common challenges, best practices and available resources through the MMA Food & Beverage Manufacturers Committee.
MMA Legislative Day 2026

February 5, 2026 321

Connects manufacturing leaders, legislative decisionmakers and regulatory officials for hands-on lobbying experience. This well-attended and well-received annual event features policymakers, manufacturing leaders and more.
Webinar: What the Attorney General v. Eli Lilly Means for Manufacturers

December 5, 2025 842

Join MMA, Miller Canfield’s Paul Hudson and Gaëtan Gerville-Réache of Warner Norcross + Judd for a concise briefing on Attorney General v. Eli Lilly, a Michigan Supreme Court case that could redefine the “specifically authorized” exemption under the Michigan Consumer Protection Act (MCPA).
Key Ballot Proposals Aimed at Michigan’s 2026 Election

October 10, 2025 2276

Several potential ballot initiatives aiming for the 2026 election could have lasting effects on the state’s business climate. For manufacturers, the stakes are clear: the progressive income tax proposal and political contribution limits could both undermine competitiveness, restrict free speech and reduce Michigan’s appeal as a place to grow and invest.
Webinar: What Michigan’s FY 2026 Budget Means for Manufacturers

October 9, 2025 1423

Michigan lawmakers have finalized the state budget, bringing both wins and challenges for manufacturers. The MMA Government Affairs team unpacks what these changes mean for Michigan manufacturers and how MMA continues to advocate for you at the Capitol.
Selling Michigan Short: New State Budget Makes it Harder for Business

October 6, 2025 1208

Leading Michigan business organizations — including Detroit Regional Chamber, Grand Rapids Chamber, the Michigan Chamber of Commerce, MMA and the Small Business Association of Michigan — today issued the following joint statement regarding the Michgan Legislature’s passage of the Fiscal Year 2025-26 State Budget and action to separate Michigan from recent federal tax reforms

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