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LEO | Michigan’s Council on Future Mobility and Electrification Makes Recommendations

Michigan Business Network
December 20, 2024 9:00 AM

to ensure state remains global leader in future of transportation

LANSING, Mich.  The Michigan Council on Future Mobility and Electrification (CFME) released its annual report today detailing a set of key recommendations to help Michigan remain a global leader in automated, driverless and connected vehicle technology.

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Peptinovo Biopharma Raises $1.4 Million in Series A Funding, Begins Campaign to Raise $10 Million to Enhance Cancer Treatment

Michigan Business Network
December 20, 2024 8:00 AM

Biotech firm’s nanotechnology aims to enhance cancer treatment efficacy, reduce side effects

Dec. 19, 2024, Ann Arbor, Michigan – Peptinovo Biopharma, an Ann Arbor-based biopharma company, has successfully closed $1.4 million in funding as part of its Series A round. The milestone kicks off a campaign to raise $10 million to enable Peptinovo to move its drug-delivery platform to clinical trials.

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Treasury: Fraudsters Using Fake Letters in Collections Scam

Michigan Business Network
December 20, 2024 7:00 AM

Treasury Works with Taxpayers to Resolve Outstanding Debt

LANSING, Mich. – Michigan taxpayers with past-due tax debts should be aware of an aggressive scam making the rounds through the U.S. Postal Service, according to the Michigan Department of Treasury (Treasury).

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Boyne Resorts Powers Up Sustainability:

Michigan Business Network
December 19, 2024 6:00 PM

Partners with Consumers Energy for Renewable Energy Program

JACKSON, Mich., December 19, 2024 – Consumers Energy and Boyne Resorts today announced a partnership to power Boyne Mountain Resort and sister property, Bay Harbor Golf Club, with clean energy and bring new renewable energy into Michigan’s electric grid. The collaboration supports Boyne Resorts’ ambitious “ForeverProject” and commitment to 100% clean electricity and complements two existing clean electricity projects based at Boyne Mountain – a solar farm and hydroelectric facility.

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MSHDA Board Caps Off Another Productive Year for Affordable Housing

Michigan Business Network
December 19, 2024 5:00 PM

Lansing, Mich. –  The Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA) Board closed out one of the most productive calendar years for housing in agency and state history during its December meeting.

“We are thrilled to see another record-breaking year for housing in Michigan and the positive impact it will have on communities throughout the state,” said Amy Hovey, MSHDA CEO and Executive Director.

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Peters Meets with Intended Secretary of Transportation Nominee Sean Duffy

Michigan Business Network
December 19, 2024 4:00 PM

to Discuss Michigan Priorities

WASHINGTON, DC –– U.S. Senator Gary Peters (D-MI), a member of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation and Chairman of the Subcommittee on Surface Transportation, Maritime, Freight and Ports, released the following statement after meeting with former U.S. Representative Sean Duffy, President-elect Trump’s intended nominee to serve as Secretary of Transportation:  

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Cinnaire’s Policy Pulse – December 2024

Michigan Business Network
December 19, 2024 3:00 PM

The recent election results at the federal level have set off a cascade of developments in Washington, offering a preview of an unpredictable few years ahead.

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Governor Whitmer Announces Record 56,100 Michiganders Enrolled in College Through the Michigan Achievement Scholarship Program

Michigan Business Network
December 19, 2024 2:00 PM

Michigan college students benefiting from no- or reduced cost tuition saving over $131.5 million

LANSING, Mich. – Today, Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced that 56,100 students across Michigan are benefiting from no- or reduced-cost tuition this fall through the Michigan Achievement Scholarship, which includes the Community College Guarantee and Michigan Achievement Skills Scholarship.

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PNC Economics: Modest Upward Revision to GDP Growth in Q3;

Michigan Business Network
December 19, 2024 1:00 PM

Economy Is Strong at the End of 2024

*       Real GDP growth in the third quarter was revised higher to 3.1% in the third estimate, from 2.8%. Growth over the past year was 2.7%.
 
*       There was a downward revision to growth in real domestic income, to 2.0% from 2.1%.
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Senate Passes Peters Bipartisan Bill to Bolster FEMA Workforce Planning, Protect Communities from Natural Disasters

Michigan Business Network
December 19, 2024 12:00 PM

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Senate has passed bipartisan legislation authored by U.S. Senator Gary Peters (MI), Chairman of the Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, directing the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to create a plan for the agency to effectively manage its workforce so that they are well-equipped to help communities deal with natural disasters. FEMA has faced challenges deploying staff with the proper training and skills needed to best address different natural disasters across the country.

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