Mackinac Center for Public Policy
Recent News About Mackinac Center for Public Policy
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Texas energy failure sparks demand for guaranteed accessible energy in Michigan
The Mackinac Center for Public Policy wants to ensure that people in Michigan don't have to deal with the same blackouts and water issues that have wreaked havoc on Texas during a rare winter storm last week.
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Department of Labor rule protects independent contractors
The U.S. Department of Labor announced a new rule to protect independent contractors and clarify how to classify independent contractors or employees under the Fair Labor Standards Act.
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Michigan officials announce more COVID-19 regulations but the Mackinac Center calls for fewer
Michigan officials announced that there will be more limitations on Michiganders involving lockdowns and regulations, but the Mackinac Center for Public Policy is calling on Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and the Michigan Legislature to withdraw government rules so that hospitals can battle COVID-19 without limitations.
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Mackinac Center for Public Policy signs onto amicus brief in Michigan case
After Michigan signed on to a federal lawsuit arguing that private schools should not receive funding from the CARES (Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security) Act’s Education Stabilization Fund, the Mackinac Center for Public Policy joined an amicus brief filed by the Wisconsin Institute for Law and Liberty (WILL).
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Suburban and city growth together indicate the health of Michigan areas
Mackinac Center for Public Policy reported that cities and suburban areas are both attractive for differing reasons, making both desirable.