Yesterday, the Detroit Regional Chamber released its sixth State of Education and Talent report, providing analysis and key data indicators and trends that illustrate how the Detroit Region’s educational institutions are preparing students as they move through the talent pipeline.
Dive deeper: How does Michigan stack up against its peers? Michigan ranks 33rd among all states in post-high school educational attainment and 40th in per capita income — its lowest ranking ever. The state is making incremental progress in education, just not fast enough to catch its peers.
Explore key findings from the report, like Michigan’s need for a “K-12 + 2” culture shift and how degree attainment is the pathway to regional and individual economic prosperity.
On Tuesday, Nov. 25, business leaders will join the Chamber in recognizing 12 years of Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan‘s transformative leadership and partnership. Tune in to the livestream, where Duggan will share his vision for the future of Detroit as a new mayor prepares to take the lead.
Remarks will be made by leaders like Strategic Staffing Solutions’ Cindy Pasky, LM Manufacturing’s Sylvester Hester, Henry Ford Health’s Bob Riney, and Huntington Bank’s Gary Torgow. Plus, hear a one-on-one conversation with Duggan and Rocket Companies’ Dan Gilbert.
Chamber Champions Permitting Reform, Opposes Costly UIA Waiver |
The Chamber recently submitted support for SB 279, which would establish the Office of Business Permitting Support, reducing regulatory burdens. Why it matters: The bill represents a common-sense, pro-growth reform that would provide clarity and predictability for employers, fostering a more competitive, economic environment that many states already have. Conversely, the Chamber submitted opposition to SB 700, which would waive the recovery of nearly $2.7 billion in unemployment benefits paid out during the COVID-19 pandemic. Why it matters: The Michigan Unemployment Insurance Agency (UIA) is funded by employers, and forgiving $2.7 billion in overpayments shifts the financial burden onto the businesses that followed the rules. The Chamber will continue to advocate for fiscal responsibility and the long-term integrity of the UIA system. |
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