The automotive industry is undergoing a period of unprecedented transformation. As new technologies like electric vehicles and autonomous cars come to the forefront, trade, policy, and government regulations will play a critical role in shaping the future of mobility.
Governor Gretchen Whitmer, Mayor Mike Duggan, and National Climate Advisor Ali Zaidi Headline Detroit Summit on the Impact of Historic Federal Investments in a Clean Energy Economy
DETROIT, MI – June 10, 2024 – The Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History in Detroit hosted the Clean Economy and Community Impact Summit, highlighting Michigan's pivotal role in advancing the nation's clean energy economy.
LANSING, Mich. — Today, Governor Gretchen Whitmer released the following statement after the Michigan House of Representatives Committee on Economic Development and Small Business voted to pass the recently introduced transformational economic development package.
to Support Communities in Southwest Michigan affected by Tornadoes
LANSING, Mich.—Today, Governor Gretchen Whitmer sent a letter to President Joe Biden requesting a Major Disaster Declaration and activation of the federal individual assistance (IA) programs for Branch, Cass, Kalamazoo, and St. Joseph counties following an assessment of damage to the area.
Launch of MSTAR Initiative will develop strong talent base and infrastructure necessary for Michigan to find more efficient, effective ways for semiconductors to be used in the automotive industry
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced the state’s $10 million investment in Michigan Semiconductor Talent and Technology for Automotive Research (MSTAR), a public-private initiative that aims to make Michigan the world’s leader in automotive semiconductor technology and talent and develop a talent pipeline to accelerate semiconductor applications in the mobility sector.
Program will build capacity in rural communities, helping them land federal investments, projects
Washington, DC. — Today, Governor Gretchen Whitmer and U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack announced an expansion of Michigan’s Rural Readiness Program which provides resources to rural communities, helping them apply for federal funding to improve housing, energy, roads, economic development and so much more.
LANSING, Mich. — Thursday, May 23rd, Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced the appointment of Dr. Beverly Walker-Griffea, known widely as Dr. Beverly, as the director of the Michigan Department of Lifelong Education, Advancement, and Potential, or MiLEAP.
Names Taylor McKay Sports Development Manager
LANSING, MICH. – May 2024 –The Lansing Sports CommissionTM (LSC) is pleased to announce that it has named Taylor McKay its new Sports Development Manager.
