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Whitsett Returns For First Time Since August, Gives GOP Property Tax Vote

After nearly eight hours of session, lawmakers, staff members and reporters stared at the House voting board...

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May 26, 2026

Duggan Ends Independent Campaign For Governor

Independent gubernatorial candidate Mike Duggan ended his campaign Thursday, 56 days before the filing deadline...

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May 26, 2026

Small Business Policy Wins in a Busy Legislative Week

As spring comes to a close, Michigan’s legislature is nearing its peak productivity as budget negotiations begin in earnest.

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May 26, 2026

Employee Assistance Program & Burnout Prevention

Employee well-being is no longer just a benefits conversation – it is a business priority.

May 26, 2026

“Now is the beginning of the breaking point”: Half of Michigan Small Businesses May Be Forced to Drop Health Care Benefits Due to Cost Increases

It’s national small business month, but instead of celebrating, Michigan’s smaller operators are struggling to balance the books...

May 25, 2026

Trust Drives Growth: Why Succession Confidence Matters in Family Businesses

Family businesses are built on long-term thinking. But when leadership transitions approach, uncertainty can slow more than decision-making...

May 24, 2026

Workplace Gift Giving: Balancing Appreciation and Professionalism

Giving gifts in the workplace can be a meaningful way to strengthen relationships, recognize achievements, and build morale.

May 24, 2026

Creating Unique and Successful Sales Growth Strategies

Creating intentional, differentiated sales strategies is key to driving sustainable business growth in today’s competitive landscape.

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May 23, 2026

EEOC Enforcement Trends on Pregnancy Accommodations

Recent enforcement activity by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission is sending a clear message to employers...

May 22, 2026

Sen. Anthony Intros Bicameral, Bipartisan Bills to Help Small Businesses Succeed in Michigan

As Small Business Month comes to a close, Sen. Sarah Anthony (D-Lansing) worked across the aisle and across the chamber to introduce legislation this week that would drive vital support to small businesses statewide.

May 22, 2026

SBAM Joins Coalition of Prominent Business Organizations, Other Groups Urging NO Vote on Con-Con

The Small Business Association of Michigan (SBAM) is joining other prominent business organizations in the Great Lakes state urging Michiganders to vote NO on Proposal 1 on the November ballot

May 22, 2026

Can a PIP Lead to a Discriminatory Practice Claim?

Under the Supreme Court’s Muldrew doctrine, any term or condition that could impact or affect the employment opportunities of an employee...

May 22, 2026

How Small Businesses Keep Losing Money on Shipping (and Don’t Even See It)

For many small businesses, shipping and delivery expenses don’t show up as a single big line item. Instead, they leak out slowly through higher fees, failed deliveries, returns, wasted labor, […]