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MDHHS is asking athletes to isolate for four consecutive weeks to prevent COVID-19 spread

The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) is asking athletes to spend four consecutive weeks in isolation to mitigate the spread of COVID-19, according to a report by Michigan Capitol Confidential.

By Savannah Howe | Jan 23, 2021

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MRLA says new lockdown orders may increase COVID-19 'super-spreader' events

The Michigan Restaurant & Lodging Association (MRLA) issued a press release stating that recent government orders to close indoor dining service for restaurants and bars may actually increase the number of “super-spreader” COVID-19 events, as people may choose to gather at private residences instead, according to Michigan Capitol Confidential.

By Andy Nghiem | Nov 23, 2020

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Michigan's three-week shutdown has disappointed GOP lawmakers and business owners

By Karen Kidd | Nov 23, 2020

Last week, Michigan entered a three-week shutdown period for indoor bars, pubs and restaurant dining rooms, as well as in-person high school and college classes, following a new order that also targeted movie theaters, casinos and other public places.

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Environmental expert Rick Welsh explains reduced PFAS standards in Michigan

By Charmaine Little | Jul 27, 2020

Rich Welsh, director of ASTi Environmental, stopped by the Michigan Business Beat podcast and explained how the Michigan PFAS (polyfluoroalkyl substances) standards have dropped.

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Theis responds to order about nursing homes from MDHHS: Too late

By Carrie Bradon | Jun 27, 2020

In response to a new order by the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS), Sen. Lana Theis (R-Brighton) issued a statement on MiSenateGOP responding to the order.

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Auto insurance reforms take effect in Michigan

By Michael Carroll | 5 years ago

Hundreds of new state laws took effect across the nation this week, including minimum wage increases, new internet privacy rules, gun-related regulations, marijuana legalization and new tests on whether workers can be classified as independent contractors.

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Laingsburg attorney sues Michigan state bar, says mandatory dues and membership unconstitutional

By Karen Kidd | Sep 9, 2019

A nonprofit research and educational institute is suing the State Bar of Michigan on behalf of an attorney who says her First Amendment rights are violated because she must pay dues to and be a member of the association.