Michigan Technology related politics
WASHINGTON DC - President-elect Joe Biden is hoping to push a massive COVID-19 relief bill through Congress in the first few months of his presidency, an ambitious plan that could meet rough partisan headwinds. Here are the sections of the bill that could prove to be a windfall for the tech industry. $130 billion to
LANSING–After a months-long hiatus caused by Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s budget cuts, the Pure Michigan advertising campaign is returning to the airwaves, touting the state’s many winter recreation activities. The new ad, “Still Pure,” encourages safe travel while enjoying outdoor activities in the winter months. The regional and in-state Pure Michigan winter advertising campaign will run
LANSING—Holiday shopping is in the home stretch, and the Michigan Economic Development Corp.’s Pure Michigan business promotion efforts is offering shoppers ways to consider giving Michigan-made products, supporting local retailers and restaurants, or presenting the perfect Michigan getaway as a special holiday gift this year. “The memories made exploring and enjoying the state of Michigan
WASHINGTON DC - As the Internet of Things grows to connect an amazing diversity of devices to electronic networks, four new publications from the National Institute of Standards and Technology offer recommendations to federal agencies and manufacturers alike concerning effective cybersecurity for these devices. The four related publications will help address challenges raised in
LANSING - The Michigan Public Service Commission this week approved a $100 million increase in the electric rates for Consumers Energy, increasing a residential customer using 500 kilowatt hours of electricity by $9.17 more per month, an 11.93 percent increase. Consumers had sought an increase in its electric rates of approximately $254 million, which would have a total impact to customers of $289
LANSING— Michigan state government released a competitive Request for Proposals this week for organizations to provide $11 million in funding to build apprenticeship programs for more than 6,000 people from underrepresented populations, including youth and veterans in high-skill, high-wage, high-demand careers in advanced manufacturing, construction, energy, healthcare, information technology and mobility sectors. Funds provided by
LANSING - Under the radar, there are renewed legislative efforts to expand the Elliott-Larsen Civil Rights Act to ban discrimination in housing and employment for the gay community, which, if approved, might negate the need for a statewide ballot proposal in 2022. MIRS has learned that House Speaker Lee Chatfield (R-Levering) would like to get something
LANSING - The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) has updated information in its priority groups for vaccination administration document and launched a COVID-19 Vaccine Dashboard to help Michiganders track information about the vaccine across the state. MDHHS expanded its guidance to allow Michiganders 16 years of age and older to receive the vaccine
LANSING—The Michigan Strategic Fund board has approved a $10 million grant program to help meet the urgent needs of small businesses disproportionately impacted by the COVID-19 virus. The Pure Michigan Small Business Relief Initiative will utilize federal CARES Act funding to award grants of up to $15,000 to more than 650 small businesses across Michigan.
WASHINGTON DC - An old battle over who governs the internet will likely reignite as Democrats take control of the Federal Communications Commission following the inauguration of Joe Biden. Reinstating Obama-era net neutrality rules thrown out under the Trump administration will likely be a top priority for the agency, experts say. Earlier this week, FCC
