July / August 2022 MiMfg Magazine 25
Michigan Manufacturers :
Make Your Voice Heard
Manufacturing Budget Priorities
The Michigan Legislature and Governor Gretchen Whitmer reached an agreement on the Fiscal Year 2023 budget in the waning days of June . Prior to leaving for the summer break , the Legislature enacted a $ 76.7 billion budget that included MMA-supported manufacturing funding priorities , including :
Workforce Development
• $ 55 million for the Going PRO Talent Fund , which provides grants to employers for training , developing and retaining current and newly hired employees .
• $ 55 million for Michigan Reconnect , which provides tuition-free pathways for Michiganders to attain degrees and skills at Michigan community colleges and other training providers .
• $ 10 million for the Statewide Pre- Apprenticeship program , which provides support for programs that help get interested employees ready to become part of a registered apprenticeship program .
Other Items of Interest :
• Per-pupil funding for Michigan school districts was increased by $ 450 making it $ 9,150 per pupil .
• Community Colleges received a $ 12.6 million increase for their operations , a 5 % increase .
• Universities / Colleges received a $ 55 million increase for their operations , a 5 % increase .
Remaining Issues for Supplemental Appropriations :
Discussion continues on the $ 7 billion in unspent federal and projected state dollars . Negotiations revolve around a potential state income tax cut , an increase in the Earned Income Tax Credit ( EITC ) and the establishment of a state Research & Development ( R & D ) Tax Credit to help Michiganlocated companies remain competitive with those found in other states that provide similar programs . 6
Electing promanufacturing candidates ensures our business climate remains favorable to success .
Patrick Curry
Chairman , MMA-PAC Member , MMA Board of Directors President , Fullerton Tool and Endurance Carbide
A strong MMA-PAC has led the way for a competitive business environment for MMA members and the manufacturing industry . Contact Ashley Wakefield , at 517-487-8523 or wakefield @ mimfg . org , to choose your level of investment .
MMA-PAC Record of Success
Saved manufacturers $ 3.4 billion ( and counting ) with historic PPT exemption
Secured talent-focused funding for programs like the Going PRO Talent Fund , in the amount of $ 227 million
Saved employers $ 500 million ( and counting ) by reforming Michigan ’ s workers ’ compensation law and
Protected Michigan ’ s 10 % energy choice option , a $ 1.2 billion value , and critical to the industry ’ s competitiveness
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