A Conversation with Incoming MEDC CEO
Get to know the Michigan Economic Development Corporation’s new CEO, Quentin Messer, Jr. SBAM president Brian Calley had the opportunity to interview Mr. Messer about his small business roots, and […]
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June 29, 2021
June 23, 2021
SBAM and other business groups offer solutions to current workforce crisis
The Small Business Association of Michigan and dozens of other organizations sent the following letter to Governor Whitmer and Members of the Michigan legislature. (Full letter available here) June 23, […]
June 23, 2021
New survey shows small businesses were hit hard by pandemic, but remain optimistic
Workforce problems are now main issue facing small businesses A new survey done last week by the Small Business Association of Michigan showed that small businesses are optimistic despite being […]
June 22, 2021
MIOSHA updates COVID-19 emergency rules to align with Federal OSHA
via State of Michigan press release Today, the Michigan Occupational Safety and Health Administration (MIOSHA) filed COVID-19 emergency rules to align with Federal OSHA’s Emergency Temporary Standard (ETS). The updated rules are effective […]
May 24, 2021
MIOSHA updates emergency rules
Today Governor Whitmer announced updates to the Michigan Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (MIOSHA) COVID-19 emergency rules. MIOSHA filed the updated emergency rules on Friday, May 21 with the Michigan Office of Administrative Hearings and […]
May 24, 2021
SBAM CEO Rob Fowler to retire, Brian Calley to become President & CEO
SBAM remains the strong voice for MI small businesses After more than 20 years with the Small Business Association of Michigan, CEO Rob Fowler will retire at the end of […]
May 21, 2021
MI Reconnect surpasses goal
SBAM was instrumental in supporting the development, passage and funding of this important initiative to expand the capabilities of our workforce. The Michigan Reconnect program, which provides a tuition-free path […]
May 20, 2021
Deal reached to withdraw MIOSHA draft permanent rules
Emergency rules to be updated to align with CDC and MDHHS “This is a huge day for small business owners everywhere. We now have a date certain when capacity restrictions […]
May 20, 2021
Updated ‘Vacc to Normal’ Plan
Outdoor capacity restrictions are lifted June 1 Indoor capacity restrictions are increased to 50% June 1 No capacity limits effective July 1 Gatherings & Face Mask order expected to be […]
May 14, 2021
May 15, 2021 Gatherings and Face Mask Order
The Gatherings and Face Mask Order has been updated. Earlier today, this order was described as matching up with the new CDC guidelines. That is only partly true. It does […]
May 14, 2021
Gov. Whitmer Lifts Mask Requirement for Fully Vaccinated Michiganders
Fully vaccinated Michiganders no longer required to wear a mask or face covering indoors or outdoors. Reprinted from Michigan.gov Press Office LANSING, Mich. – Governor Gretchen Whitmer today announced the Michigan […]
May 10, 2021
In-Person Work Expected to Resume May 24
Gov. Whitmer Announces 55% of Michiganders Vaccinated, First Milestone of MI Vacc to Normal Plan Achieved The State anticipates allowing all in-person work to resume on May 24. LANSING, Mich. – Governor Gretchen Whitmer today announced that 55% of Michiganders have received their first dose […]
May 5, 2021
MDHHS Updates Gatherings and Face Masks Order
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) has updated its COVID-19 Gatherings and Face Masks Epidemic Order. Masks are generally not required in outdoor settings unless the gathering […]
April 29, 2021
Return-to-Office Workgroup provides recommendations to governor
The State’s Return-to-Office Workgroup has provided Gov. Gretchen Whitmer with their recommendations for how employers can begin to plan for a safe, phased reopening of offices. The group consisting of business, labor […]
April 29, 2021
Governor Introduces “Mi Vacc to Normal” Metrics
Governor Gretchen Whitmer today unveiled the ‘MI Vacc to Normal’ plan as the state continues to push toward its goal of vaccinating 70% of Michiganders ages 16 years or older. To facilitate this goal, the […]
April 22, 2021
Tax credit available for COVID-19 vaccinations
The American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (ARP) allows small and midsize employers, and certain governmental employers, to claim refundable tax credits that reimburse them for the cost of providing […]
April 14, 2021
MiOSHA Emergency Workplace Rules Extended
The MiOSHA Emergency Workplace Rules have been extended to October 14, 2021. While these rules do indicate that any work that can be done remotely must be done remotely, the […]
March 19, 2021
MDHHS Updates ‘Gatherings and Face Mask Order’ Effective March 22
Capacity increasing at outdoor stadiums and arenas Today, the MDHHS announced updates to the Gatherings and Face Mask Order, effective March 22 – April 19. Here are important infographics related […]
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