The Small Business Briefing – January 5, 2026
Catch up on the latest legislative issues and updates impacting Michigan small businesses.
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January 5, 2026
January 2, 2026
Administration Advances H-1B Policy Changes as Court Upholds $100,000 Fee
On Dec. 23, the Trump administration announced plans to replace the random H-1B lottery with a weighted selection...
December 30, 2025
Michigan’s Unemployment Insurance Agency Delays the Rollout of MiUI System
Earlier this month, the Michigan Unemployment Insurance Agency (UIA) announced a delay to the go-live date...
December 30, 2025
Whitmer Signs 20 Senate Bills, Bringing P.A. Count Up To 74 For 2025
The Governor Tuesday announced signing 20 Senate bills and 16 House bills ahead of the end of 2025, including ban on electronic...
December 30, 2025
Cannabis Group Appeals Ruling Upholding State’s 24% Cannabis Tax
The state's leading cannabis trade association filed an appeal of a ruling upholding the state’s 24% cannabis tax on Tuesday.
December 30, 2025
How AI Will Help Your Small Business Punch Above Its Weight Class
AI is helping small businesses act like big players. Hear Michael Weinberger explain how in Episode 511 (11:01).
December 29, 2025
Modern HR Policies for Today’s Family-Owned Companies
Family-owned businesses are built on trust, tradition, and long-term vision – but even the strongest family enterprises need modern HR...
December 23, 2025
All Work Project Denials Return Under Senate Bill; Anthony Wants AG’s Opinion
All the work project spending the House Republicans denied last week would be restored under legislation...
December 23, 2025
‘Red Tape’ Reduction Bills Moving
Seven more “red tape” reduction bills being pushed by House Rules Committee Chair Bill G. Schuette (R-Midland) passed overwhelmingly...
December 23, 2025
Michigan’s Unemployment Insurance Rate Will Soon Rise: What Employers Should Know
Beginning January 1st, 2026, Michigan’s Unemployment Insurance maximum weekly benefit will increase from $446 per week to $530 per week.
December 23, 2025
Customer Service Pushes this Salon to be an Elite Small Business
Customer service – and a few thoughtful extras – help Jarad Anthony Salon stand out. Hear how owner Jerad Rushlow turned a family legacy into an elite small business in Episode 510 (12:01).
December 22, 2025
FCRA Applies Regardless of Running a Credit Check
Many employer representatives such as managers, operations, and human resources who are new to background screening...
December 18, 2025
Building an Effective Electronic Signature Policy
As digital workflows become the norm across corporate America, electronic signatures have moved from a convenience to a necessity.
December 17, 2025
Gambling, Prediction Markets, and Employers – Old and New Employer Policy Concerns
ASE reviews, updates, and develops employee handbooks. One recurring issue we continue to see is outdated...
December 16, 2025
$644.9 Million In Work Projects Rejected By House Panel
The House Appropriations Committee rejected Wednesday afternoon $644.9 million in unspent...
December 16, 2025
Michigan Strategic Fund Backs Projects Totaling 1,300+ Jobs, $240 Million in Investments
The Michigan Strategic Fund (MSF) board Tuesday approved a series of economic development projects that, together...
December 16, 2025
Notice to Employers: Michigan’s Minimum Wage Will Increase January 1
With the implementation of Michigan’s Earned Sick Time Act earlier this year, the accompanying legislative changes...
December 15, 2025
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