Amended Earned Sick Time Act Update
This article has been updated on March 17, 2025 (updates in bold) in accordance with newly released FAQs by the Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity. Governor Whitmer signed HB […]
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February 21, 2025
March 25, 2025
Road Funding On A Road Trip To The Senate
House Speaker Matt Hall (R-Richland Township)'s $3.1 billion plan to fund roads rolled out of the House Wednesday, each bill getting more than 60 votes without meeting the Democrats' request for new revenue.
March 25, 2025
Economists Expect Michigan Growth To Slow
The yo-yo threat of tariffs and implementation of steel and aluminum tariffs combined with federal budget cuts have economists reevaluating what the economy could look like as the state government negotiates the budget.
March 24, 2025
The Small Business Briefing – March 24, 2025
Catch up on the latest legislative issues and updates impacting Michigan small businesses.
March 24, 2025
Corporate Transparency Act Interim Final Rule
As expected, FinCEN issued a new “interim final rule” for the Corporate Transparency Act on Friday night. The phrase “interim final rule” refers to a rule issued by a government agency that takes effect immediately …
March 23, 2025
Payroll Planning 101: Why Deadlines Matter for Compliance & Budgeting
Simple payroll errors are avoidable, but if you don’t pay attention, you could potentially end up facing consequences that cost thousands of dollars in compliance penalties.
March 22, 2025
Can You Ask Applicants About Their Immigration Status?
Employers should not ask applicants about their immigration status, including whether they are a citizen, naturalized citizen, lawful permanent resident, or refugee.
March 21, 2025
How Employers Can Prepare for MiUI
A new computer system called MiUI is coming at the end of this year to the Michigan Unemployment Insurance Agency (UIA) and there are several things employers and third-party administrators (TPAs) can do to make …
March 21, 2025
ESTA Compliance Deadline
An important compliance deadline is coming up related to the Earned Sick Time Act (ESTA). As a reminder, the Earned Sick Time Act went into effect on February 21, 2025. […]
March 21, 2025
The Power of No: How to Sharpen Your Focus
As leaders, we are constantly faced with opportunities, challenges, and new initiatives vying for our attention. The ability to focus has never been more critical, yet it is often misunderstood.
March 20, 2025
Business Success Providing Top Notch Printing to Fit a Digital World
On this week's SBAM Weekly Podcast, Michael Rogers talks with Stacy Collick, sales manager for Dollar Bill Printing.
March 20, 2025
The Evolving Landscape of Employee Wellbeing
As Millennials and Gen Z professionals reshape the workplace, there is a growing emphasis on employee wellbeing. Today, wellbeing is no longer a secondary benefit but a strategic priority for organizations looking to attract and …
March 19, 2025
Benefits of the Return to the Office Trend
Increasingly, employers are requiring employees to return from remote work. The business benefits cited most often include strengthening the organization’s culture and increasing productivity. CCH HR Insights reports on a recent Express Employment Professional-Harris Poll …
March 18, 2025
Whitmer Isn’t Up for Cutting Corporate Incentives; Will Lobby DC Against Tariffs
(LIVONIA) – Gov. Gretchen Whitmer took three questions from the press on Wednesday after her pre-K enrollment announcement, with the most significant comments being her preference to not get rid of corporate incentives such as …
March 18, 2025
Income Tax Cut to 4.05% Clears House Committee
The state’s 4.25% income tax rate would be cut to 4.05%, matching the level the state landed on after the one-year rollback spurred by the 2015 gas tax reduction, under legislation that moved out of …
March 17, 2025
The Small Business Briefing – March 17, 2025
Catch up on the latest legislative issues and updates impacting Michigan small businesses.
March 17, 2025
Creating an Inclusive Workplace for Neurodivergent Employees
Neurodivergent individuals – those with autism, ADHD, dyslexia, and other cognitive differences – bring unique perspectives and strengths that can greatly benefit organizations. However, without proper support and accommodations, they may struggle to thrive.
March 14, 2025
Three-decade-old Flooring Firm Thrives on Customer Feedback
On this week's SBAM Weekly Podcast, Michael Rogers talks with Megan Anders, General Manager and VP of Frame Industries, Inc., also known as Chelsea Plank Flooring.
March 14, 2025
Celebrating Women’s History Month with MCSB and Consumers Energy
As we celebrate Women's History Month, we are thrilled to announce that Consumers Energy is proudly sponsoring the Women-Owned Small Businesses of the Year. This year, we are honoring ten exceptional businesses that have made significant contributions …
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