December 2017 MiMfg Magazine 15 and reduced the state ’ s regulatory burden by more than 2,183 rules .
No Stricter than Federal
At the same time , MMA-supported legislation has moved forward to update existing regulations in energy policy , tax policy , environmental policy and workforce policy while supporting the effort to keep Michigan ’ s regulatory system no stricter than the federal standard . This all ensure the Great Lakes State will remain as competitive as possible in an increasingly global society .
Our efforts , in line with the Snyder Administration , has turned Michigan around and made our state one which attracts business instead of driving it away .
Member Involvement
As an employer and community leader it is your responsibility to use your voice to advocate for a competitive business climate , a reliable talent pipeline and a pro-manufacturing regulatory
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While we should be proud of our accomplishments , as Governor Snyder continues to say , now is not the time to slow down — now is the time to double down and keep Michigan as the location for global manufacturing ”.
— MMA ’ s Mike Johnston
system . When manufacturers work together , they accomplish great things and MMA is here to work on your behalf .
Here ’ s what you can do :
• Stay informed on relevant issues by logging on to mimfg . org and reading the weekly MFG Voice newsletter ( published while the Legislature is in session )
• Learn how to become your own advocate by attending the 2018 MMA Legislative Day in September
• Join an MMA Policy Committee
• Share your expertise in MiMfg Magazine ( see mag . mimfg . org )
• Like , share and subscribe to us on Twitter , Facebook , LinkedIn and YouTube
• Connect directly with MMA ’ s Government Affairs team , at 517-487-8552 or judson @ mimfg . org , for support on issues impacting your competitiveness 6
Brett Gerrish is a communications coordinator with the MMA . He may be reached at 517-487-8533 or gerrish @ mimfg . org .
Keep Manufacturing on Target
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Contact Brianna Mills : 517-487-8523 or mills @ mimfg . org
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