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Senator Peters Secures Funding in National Defense Bill to Replace Chinese-made Telecom Equipment, Protect U.S. Broadband Networks Against Cyber Threats

Michigan Business Network
December 23, 2024 11:00 AM

“Rip and Replace” Program Set to Deliver $57 Million to Michigan, Including $27 Million for Northern Michigan University

WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Senator Gary Peters has secured robust funding in the recently passed national defense bill for the Secure and Trusted Communications Networks Reimbursement Plan, otherwise known as the “Rip and Replace” program.

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Michigan Business Beat | U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow Part 1 2024 Recap

Michigan Business Network
December 23, 2024 10:00 AM

Chris Holman welcomes back Senior Michigan U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow.

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AAA: Michigan Gas Prices Rise Ahead of Christmas

Michigan Business Network
December 23, 2024 7:00 AM

The Michigan state average is up 6 cents from last week

DEARBORN, Mich., (December 23, 2024) - Gas prices in Michigan are up 6 cents from a week ago. Michigan drivers are now paying an average of $3.10 per gallon for regular unleaded. This price is 6 cents more than this time last month and 13 cents more than this time last year.

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Senator Peters Votes to Help Pass the Social Security Fairness Act

Michigan Business Network
December 22, 2024 8:00 AM

Bipartisan Legislation, Which Peters Cosponsored and Pushed For, Will Restore and Protect the Social Security Benefits Public Workers Paid Into; Now Heads to President to Be Signed into Law  

WASHINGTON, DC – U.S Senator Gary Peters (MI) helped the Senate pass the bipartisan Social Security Fairness Act to ensure that public sector workers, such as teachers, postal workers, police officers, and firefighters, receive the full Social Security benefits they have paid into and earned.

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Senator Peters Urges Commerce Department to Finalize New Rule to Protect National Security and Secure U.S. Automotive Supply Chains

Michigan Business Network
December 20, 2024 6:00 PM

Recently Announced Rule Would Ban Chinese-Controlled Vehicles and High-Risk Technologies to Protect American Consumers and Companies Against National Security Threats.

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Looking for Ways to Re-Energize Your Not-for-Profit Team?

Michigan Business Network
December 20, 2024 12:00 PM

Leverage Training & Development
to Boost Morale and Engagement

Does your not-for-profit want to kick off the new year with fresh momentum and a renewed purpose? Re-energize your team by involving employees in planning training programs that align with their needs and your mission.

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Stabenow Announces Senate Passage of the Water Resources Development Act

Michigan Business Network
December 20, 2024 11:00 AM

Water Resources Legislation Passed the Senate and will Stop Invasive Carp, Prevent Coastal Erosion and Flooding, and Improve Waterway Navigation

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow (D-MI), a member of the Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works, secured major wins for Michigan in the bipartisan Water Resources Development Act, which passed the Senate last night.

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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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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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