Under the guidelines established by the association’s executive board and legislative committee, the staff works with our legal and legislative counsels to monitor the progress of legislation that affects our industries and contributes its input to assure that our viewpoints are represented, understood, and protected. The association’s legislative program has enjoyed an outstanding track record. Members are kept informed about the progress of legislation that could affect their business through the association’s informative e-newsletter, Industry Insights.
The association’s influence in the Michigan legislature is augmented by one of the state’s largest and most effective Political Action Committees. (PAC) Funds from the association’s PAC are contributed to the campaigns of those candidates who understand and support our industries.